Used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class for Sale nearHot Springs National Park, AR

How much does the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's current nationwide average price is $41,349, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $36,311. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class earns strong marks from owners across its long run, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.68/5 across every model year in the data. Owners consistently praise its performance, luxurious comfort, and stylish design, with the retractable hardtop and premium cabin feel coming up again and again. Expert reviews rate the 2026 and 2023 models among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs are the transmission behavior, the limited physical controls, and the ownership costs that come with a complex luxury convertible. 21.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz SL-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the SL-Class as a rewarding luxury car with strong performance, refined comfort, and a premium feel. Expert commentary also points to the model’s polished cabin, advanced technology, and solid body control as recurring strengths.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk centers on complexity and maintenance costs, so a well-documented service history matters.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard driver-assistance features include automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind spot monitors, safe-exit assist, lane-keep assist, parking assist, Pre-Safe, and a surround-view camera.
• Infotainment: the SL’s third-generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system incorporates wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as natural-language voice recognition.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo-four SL 43 is EPA-rated at 22 mpg combined (19 mpg city, 27 mpg highway). The V8 models live down to expectations at 16 mpg combined, with city and highway ratings of 14 mpg and 21 mpg respectively for the SL 55 and SL 63. The Maybach model loses 1 mpg in the city and highway categories, but we nonetheless managed to better its EPA combined rating with a 17.5-mpg indicated average. Official ratings for the SL 63 S E Performance plug-in hybrid weren’t available at the time of writing, but Mercedes estimates 29 mpg combined (33 mpg city, 25 mpg highway).

Which Mercedes-Benz SL-Class trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class offers these trims:

• SL 43: The entry point, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four, 416 horsepower, rear-wheel drive, and a 0–60 mph time of 4.6 seconds.
• SL 55: A strong step up with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, all-wheel drive, 469 horsepower, and 516 pound-feet of torque.
• SL 63: The performance-focused V8 choice, tuned to 577 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque.
• SL 63 S E Performance: The top performance model, pairing the twin-turbo V8 with a plug-in hybrid system for 805 horsepower, 1,047 pound-feet of torque, carbon-ceramic brakes, rear-axle steering, and an active anti-roll system.
• Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series: The luxury standout, with the 577-horsepower engine, all-wheel drive, Maybach-specific damper valves, softer springs, and a more comfort-focused ride. This is the best-value trim if you want the most distinctive, well-equipped version.

What Mercedes-Benz SL-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class years with the most listings are 2023, 2022, and 2014.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, colors, and equipment. They also tend to be the years most buyers gravitate toward because inventory is deeper and easier to evaluate.

What is the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's resale value?

Most of the years shown have moved lower over the past year, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. One year has edged up, but the overall pattern still points to softer pricing across much of the lineup. The 2015 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year. The 2023, 2015, and 2022 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2023: 10/10

Standard driver-assistance features include automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind spot monitors, safe-exit assist, lane-keep assist, parking assist, and Pre-Safe, which cinches seatbelts, closes windows, and generally preps for a collision if an imminent one is detected. For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −2.46% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −8.2%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 29.3% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $98,550. The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class offers a distinctive blend of style, luxury, and performance that makes it feel special from behind the wheel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Mercedes offers no shortage of powertrains with the SL, all with a nine-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and the lineup ranges from 416 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque to 805 hp and 1,047 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The SL’s third-generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system incorporates wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as natural-language voice recognition.
• Safety: Standard driver-assistance features include automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind spot monitors, safe-exit assist, lane-keep assist, parking assist, and Pre-Safe, which cinches seatbelts, closes windows, and generally preps for a collision if an imminent one is detected.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $113,850 for the SL 43.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.