BMW 640i vs Mercedes-Benz SL400
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400
Overview
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 640i | SL 400 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86,700 | $85,050 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 19.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 315 hp | 329 hp (best) |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft | 354 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11 cu ft | 13.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,250 lbs | 3,836 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in (best) | 101.8 in |
| Length | 192.8 in (best) | 181.6 in |
| Width | 74.6 in (best) | — |
| Height | 53.7 in (best) | 51.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 640i640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 1 (best) |
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 640i | Mercedes-Benz SL400 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 640i $86,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL 400 $85,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 640i vs Mercedes-Benz SL400 FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 BMW 640i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 640i vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2018 BMW 640i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400 starts lower at $85,050.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 640i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (85,050).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 640i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400 leads on horsepower in this comparison (329).
- Which has better seats: 2018 BMW 640i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400?
- The 2018 BMW 640i leads on seats in this comparison (4).