2022-present SL OverviewMercedes SL Overview (2022 - present)
R232
Tech Specs Summary
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- 162 - 197 mph
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- 2.9 - 4.9 seconds
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- 376 - 805 hp
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- 17.2 - 30.6 mpg
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- 3,990 - 4,839 lbs
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- 3.9 - 8.5 ft3
This generation of the Mercedes SL (R232) is produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes and started production in 2022. It's a front engined Roadster with either all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. There are four power levels available, ranging from a 376 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo mild hybrid gasoline engine all the way to a 805 hp 4 L V8 Bi-Turbo plug-in hybrid gasoline engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the SL is the Mercedes AMG SL 63 4MATIC+ which scores 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 577 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.23 lb/hp it has a top speed of 196 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes AMG SL 43 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 463 miles and can store 7.5-8.5 cubic feet of cargo.