2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$137,400 to $178,100

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The 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL-Class is the pure essence of drop-top luxury motoring. It has been offered in America since the 1950s, dating back to the iconic Gullwing 300 SL. With the arrival of the high-performance AMG GT, Mercedes-Benz could focus on a comfortable driving experience with the SL. To wit, this is the first SL to offer seating for four in a 2+2 layout. (In Europe, past generations offered small, optional rear seats.) The new SL also replaces the power-retractable hardtop of the previous car with a classic cloth top. It can be opened in 15 seconds at speeds up to 37 mph.

Buyers can select the Mercedes-AMG SL 55 Roadster or the 63 Roadster. The lavish cabin features a fully digital instrument panel and a large central touchscreen that actively tilts upward for easier use. It features the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. MBUX also features an advanced voice control system that can understand conversational commands like, “make the car warmer.” It is activated simply by saying “Hey Mercedes.”

The four-passenger cabin features multi-contour front seats that are heated and ventilated. They also feature active massaging and the Airscarf neck-warming feature, allowing for top-down driving well into colder months. The SL also comes standard with a heated steering wheel, multi-color ambient cabin lighting, a Burmester premium sound system, and remote keyless entry. Moving up to the SL 63 adds an augmented reality navigation system and a head-up display. The SL 63 can also be selected with carbon fiber exterior details and as an aerodynamics package with added fins and bodywork, as well as active underbody aero elements.

Both versions of the SL come equipped with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, routing power through a nine-speed automatic transmission to 4Matic all-wheel drive. In the SL 55, this setup makes 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, providing a zero-to-sixty time of 3.8 seconds. If that’s not swift enough for you, the SL 63 puts out 577 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque, yielding a zero-to-sixty time of 3.5 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz offers active ride control (standard on SL 63, optional on SL 55), which allows the driver to select a firmer or softer ride. This setup also features a front-axle lift, which can raise the nose to clear speed bumps or steep garage entrances. You can save locations in the navigation system to have your SL automatically activate this feature. Selecting the SL 63 adds active engine mounts, an electronically controlled limited-slip differential, and a data recorder for track use.

The SL comes standard with forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, and lane-departure warning. The 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL-Class is backed by a four-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty.

George Kennedy
Published Jun 3, 2022 by George Kennedy
From open-wheel racecars to specialty off-road vehicles, George Kennedy has driven it all. A career automotive journalist, George has been a contributor, editor, and/or producer at some of the most respected publications and outlets, including Consumer Reports, the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Autoblog.com, Hemmings Classic Wheels, BoldRide.com, the Providence Journal, and WheelsTV.

User reviews for 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

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by J Richard N
Oct 09, 2023
The SL is the perfect blend of comfort, performance and user interface. Not cheap but a great ride. Oct 09, 2023
by Ayhan Z
Jun 10, 2023
It is the best car ever build, and perhaps the most beautifull as wellJun 10, 2023
by Jesse W
Aug 06, 2022
The best car I ever bought.. Cadillac,Lexus jaguars Lincoln Audi, all pale. I’ve driven sl600 for 20 years. The SL63 is the best. Aug 06, 2022

2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing

Original MSRP
$137,400 to $178,100
Price range
$98,365 to $101,740
Average price on CG
$98,480
YoY price change
$101,714 to $98,480

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Premium Brand: Burmester · Radio: FM · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 650 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brake width: 1.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brake width: 1.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Active parking system: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.07

Engine

Battery: lithium ion · Exhaust: performance

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: decklid · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: chrome accents · Window trim: black

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: MBUX · Infotainment screen size: 11.9 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Type: bucket

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Mercedes me · Smart device app function: send destination to vehicle · Wifi: hotspot compatible

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Premium Brand: Burmester · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 650 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brake width: 1.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brake width: 1.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Active parking system: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): USB-C front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.07 · Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free · Exhaust: performance

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: sensor-activated · Rocker panel color: chrome accents · Window trim: black

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: MBUX · Infotainment screen size: 11.9 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Type: bucket

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Mercedes me · Smart device app function: vehicle location · Wifi: hotspot compatible

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation

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