Mercedes-Benz SL400 vs Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SL 400 | AMG SLK 55 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $85,050 | $72,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.8 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 329 hp | 416 hp (best) |
| Torque | 354 lb-ft | 398 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 5.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 10.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,836 lbs (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in (best) | 95.7 in |
| Length | 181.6 in (best) | 163.2 in |
| Width | — | 71.5 in (best) |
| Height | 51.8 in (best) | 51.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SL400SL 400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Mercedes-Benz SL400 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SL 400 $85,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG SLK 55 $72,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |