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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $192,315

Mercedes-Benz SL SL65 AMG   
Difference: $11,860

Lowest Total Invoice: $179,096

Mercedes-Benz SL SL65 AMG   
Difference: $10,967

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelSLSLS AMG
TrimSL65 AMGBase
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Base Price $187,200 $196,100
Base Invoice $174,096 $182,373
Obstacle detection, rear 1,130  
Voice control for nav and audio 510  
Wood trim 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical   2,500
Synthetic suede steering wheel   500
Wood trim, alternative type   2,500
Obstacle detection, rear 1,051  
Voice control for nav and audio 474  
Wood trim 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical   2,325
Synthetic suede steering wheel   465
Wood trim, alternative type   2,325
Options (change) 1,640 5,500
Options (change) 1,525 5,115
Destination 875 875
Gas Tax 2,600 1,700
Total Price $192,315 $204,175
Total Invoice $179,096 $190,063

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SL SL65 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,805
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,503
Model Year20082012
ModelSLSLS AMG
TrimSL65 AMGBase
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Engine604hp V12563hp V8
TransmissionT5T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/18 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19265/35-19
Total Price$192,315$204,175
Adjustments for Features-5,9450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$186,370$204,175
Total Invoice$179,096$190,063
Adjustments for Features-5,5360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$173,560$190,063

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Model Year20082012
ModelSLSLS AMG
TrimSL65 AMGBase
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer$350 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500 
Blind spot warning system $200
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo net $40
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Power convertible top $4000
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Wood trim$300 
Wood trim, alternative type $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000 
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$14,600$8,655
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,945$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,5360

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Model Year20082012
ModelSLSLS AMG
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Wheelbase100.8 in105.5 in
Length178.5 in182.6 in
Width71.5 in76.3 in
Height51.0 in49.7 in
Curb Weight4,564 lb.3,661 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.7 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in58.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in63.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in41.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.3 ft36.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
10.2 ft36.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

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