BMW 430i vs Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG
Overview
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 430i | AMG SL 43 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53,300 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $58,727 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $60,627 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $68,477 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 3 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 416 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 763 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,677 lbs (best) | 3,825 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 106 in |
| Length | 187.9 in (best) | 185 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 75 in (best) |
| Height | 54.6 in (best) | 54 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 430i430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 430i | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430i $53,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG SL 43 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 430i $61,300 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
BMW 430i vs Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW 430i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW 430i vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW 430i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG starts lower at $0. Live BMW 430i listings start at $58,727.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW 430i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW 430i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 BMW 430i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW 430i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (416).