Mercedes-Benz SL Open 63 AMG 2dr

For If you could capture thunder, it would sound like the SL63 accelerating hard. Above the lavish kit on every SL, AMG models have bespoke steering and suspension systems and upgraded styling.

Against The running costs are as outrageous as the performance, and given how good the SL500 is, it’s hard to argue that this model represents good value for money.

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

It's the SL taken to extremes, but the price and running costs should put you off. This costs way more than our favourite, the SL500, but it's certainly not that much better a car.

Key facts

0–60mph: 4.6 secs
Top speed: 155 mph
Average mpg: 20
Tank range: 352 miles

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View the whole Mercedes-Benz SL Open range

Cheaper

Open 300 2dr
£63,555
Open 350 2dr
£68,360
Open 500 2dr
£81,705
Open 63 AMG 2dr
£106,820

More expensive

Open 300 2dr
£63,555
Open 350 2dr
£68,360
Open 500 2dr
£81,705
Open 63 AMG 2dr
£106,820

The Mercedes-Benz SL Open 63 AMG full review Read in full

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Every engine is smooth and swift
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Fantastic blend of comfort and control
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Smooth and quiet; fine top-down comfort
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Pricey, but most models are a solid buy
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Very impressive cabin
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
No deadlocks, otherwise it's all there
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Fine driving position; dash is good
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Decent space for two plus their luggage
Equipment
5 out of 5 stars
SL buyers will want for nothing

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Engine choices are quick (V6), quicker (V8) and astoundingly quick (V12). The V6s are commendably strong and powerful, but the V8-engined SL500 is not only faster, it also has some crucial extra features, such as the Active Body Control air suspension. We reckon this is enough to make it worth the extra cash over a V6 – and that the SL500 is so good that the more expensive versions seem unnecessary.

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