2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

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2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Starting MSRP $103,650–$140,440

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MPG City: 12 – 14 Highway: 19 – 22

Available Engines

518-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
382-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 (premium)

Transmissions

7-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

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(5.0) 2 consumer reviews

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New or Notable

Choice of V-8 engines
High-performance SL63 AMG model
Intelligent Light System on headlamps
mbrace telematics system
 

What We Like

Styling
Retractable hardtop
Rear visibility
Active Body Control suspension

What We Don't

Nonlinear brake pedal response
Rearview mirror in driver's line of sight

The SL-Class retractable-hardtop roadster competes in the upper-crust sport-luxury market with the likes of the BMW 650i and Jaguar XK convertibles. It seats two people and is offered in V-8-powered SL550 and SL63 AMG forms.

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2 Available SL-Class Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
Base SL550 2dr Roadster
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8 cyl 14/22 $103,650 $96,395
Base SL63 AMG 2dr Roadster
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8 cyl 12/19 $140,440 $130,609
Destination charge: $875
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