Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL Mercedes-Benz SL 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $157,285

Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63   
Difference: $49,390

Lowest Total Invoice: $146,341

Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63   
Difference: $46,139

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102016
ModelS-ClassSL
TrimS65 AMGAMG SL63
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $201,150 $149,700
Base Invoice $187,070 $139,221
Illuminated door sill trim plates 950  
Splitview front-seat entertainment system 700 1,000
Driver Assistance Package   2,950
Power door closers   450
Night vision   2,260
Wood trim   0
Illuminated door sill trim plates 884  
Splitview front-seat entertainment system 651 930
Driver Assistance Package   2,744
Power door closers   419
Night vision   2,102
Wood trim   0
Options (change) 1,650 6,660
Options (change) 1,535 6,195
Destination 875 925
Gas Tax 3,000 0
Total Price $206,675 $157,285
Total Invoice $192,480 $146,341

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz S-Class dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz SL dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $53,975
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $50,405
Model Year20102016
ModelS-ClassSL
TrimS65 AMGAMG SL63
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine604hp V12577hp V8
TransmissionT5T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/17 MPG16/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14600, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-20255/35-19
Total Price$206,675$157,285
Adjustments for Features0-4,585
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$206,675$152,700
Total Invoice$192,480$146,341
Adjustments for Features0-4,266
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$192,480$142,075

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year20102016
ModelS-ClassSL
TrimS65 AMGAMG SL63
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Parking guidance system - passive$250 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app $25
Semi-automated parking system $500
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Sunshades, second row, power$225 
Wind blocker, power small $300
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests $500
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot collision prevention $150
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention $150
Pedestrian detection, night$50 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system $0
Heated washer fluid system $50
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Rear dual-zone climate control$125 
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Power retractable hardtop $6750
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
DVD-compatible player $0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200 
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments$0 
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated second row seats$200 
Heated second row seats$200 
Memory system, second row seats$150 
Metal pedals $75
Neck-level heating, front seats $150
No leather in second row $-300
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats$75 
Power recliner, second row seats$150 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats$150 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Crosswind stabilization$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$7,555$12,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,585
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,266

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year20102016
ModelS-ClassSL
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase124.6 in101.8 in
Length206.5 in181.8 in
Width73.7 in73.9 in
Height58.0 in51.8 in
Curb Weight5,025 lb.4,068 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room59.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room59.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.4 ft38.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.413.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150075%
Total Not Requested50025%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Coupes, and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.