BMW M4 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 M4Coupe | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Coupe | AMG SL 43 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $82,200 (best) | $114,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $93,537 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $100,365 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $107,192 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 473 hp (best) | 416 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMGAMG SL 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | 7.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 769 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,829 lbs (best) | 4,012 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in (best) | 106.3 in |
| Length | 189.1 in (best) | 185.2 in |
| Width | 74.3 in | 75.4 in (best) |
| Height | 55 in (best) | 53.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M4Coupe | 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 M4 | Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coupe $82,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG SL 43 $114,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition $86,600 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Competition xDrive $91,700 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Competition xDrive $98,600 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
BMW M4 vs Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW M4 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M4 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 M4 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW M4 starts lower at $82,200. Live BMW M4 listings start at $93,537.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M4 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (82,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M4 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M4 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL43 AMG?
- The 2027 BMW M4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).