Mercedes-Benz SL alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mercedes-Benz SL, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mercedes-Benz SL and are good next research steps.

from $45,400

Acura TLX

Price : 45,400 - 58,100 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 272 - 355 HP
FuelEconomy City : 19 - 22 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 25 - 31 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 280 - 354 lb-ft
Model : TLX
Modell : FWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, Type S SH-AWD
Trim Level : FWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, Type S SH-AWD
Engine Displacement : 2 - 3 L
Curb weight : 3,756 - 4,221 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.9 gal
Trunk Volume : 13.5 cu. ft.
Length : 194.6 in.
Width : 75.2 in.
Height : 56 in.
Brand : Acura

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Quick data check: Acura TLX

significantly more power
significantly cheaper
very slightly more efficient
significantly more trunk space

from $117,800

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Price : 117,800 - 240,500 $
Body Type : 4MATIC Sedan
Engine Type : , Plug-In Hybrid, Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 442 - 791 HP
FuelEconomy City : 12 - 21 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 20 - 31 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 369 - 1,055 lb-ft
Model : S-Class
Modell : S 580 4MATIC Sedan, S 580e 4MATIC Sedan, Maybach S 580 4MATIC Sedan, Maybach S 680 4MATIC Sedan, AMG S 63 E 4MATIC Sedan, S 500 4MATIC Sedan
Trim Level : S 580 4MATIC Sedan, S 580e 4MATIC Sedan, Maybach S 580 4MATIC Sedan, Maybach S 680 4MATIC Sedan, AMG S 63 E 4MATIC Sedan, S 500 4MATIC Sedan
Engine Displacement : 3 - 6 L
Curb weight : 4,740 - 5,831 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.7 - 22.2 gal
Trunk Volume : 8.1 - 18.9 cu. ft.
Length : 208.2 - 215.3 in.
Width : 75.6 - 76.9 in.
Height : 59 in.
Brand : Mercedes-Benz

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Quick data check: Mercedes-Benz S-Class

only slightly cheaper
very slightly more power
only slightly more efficient
considerably more trunk space

from $85,700

Audi S7

Price : 85,700 - 93,100 $
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 444 HP
FuelEconomy City : 19 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 26 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 442 lb-ft
Model : S7
Modell : 2.9 TFSI Premium Plus, 2.9 TFSI Prestige, 2.9 TFSI Premium
Trim Level : 2.9 TFSI Premium Plus, 2.9 TFSI Prestige, 2.9 TFSI Premium
Engine Displacement : 2.9 L
Curb weight : 4,597 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 19.3 gal
Length : 196 in.
Width : 75.1 in.
Height : 55 in.
Brand : Audi

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Quick data check: Audi S7

clearly more power
barely more efficient
clearly cheaper

$127,200

BMW X5 M

Price : 127,200 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 617 HP
FuelEconomy City : 13 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 18 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 553 lb-ft
Model : X5 M
Modell : Competition AWD
Trim Level : Competition AWD
Engine Displacement : 4.4 L
Curb weight : 5,455 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 21.9 gal
Length : 195 in.
Width : 79.3 in.
Height : 68 in.
Brand : BMW

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Quick data check: BMW X5 M

slightly cheaper
markedly more power
noticeably more efficient

$62,300

Audi RS 3

Price : 62,300 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 401 HP
FuelEconomy City : 19 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 29 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 369 lb-ft
Model : RS 3
Modell : 2.5 TFSI
Trim Level : 2.5 TFSI
Engine Displacement : 2.5 L
Curb weight : 3,638 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Trunk Volume : 11.3 cu. ft.
Length : 178.8 in.
Width : 72.9 in.
Height : 55 in.
Brand : Audi

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Quick data check: Audi RS 3

clearly more power
only slightly more efficient
significantly cheaper
visibly more trunk space

from $57,900

Audi S5 Sportback

Price : 57,900 - 64,500 $
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 349 HP
FuelEconomy City : 20 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 29 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 369 lb-ft
Model : S5 Sportback
Modell : Premium Plus 3.0 TFSI quattro, Prestige 3.0 TFSI quattro, Premium 3.0 TFSI quattro
Trim Level : Premium Plus 3.0 TFSI quattro, Prestige 3.0 TFSI quattro, Premium 3.0 TFSI quattro
Engine Displacement : 3 L
Curb weight : 3,924 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.3 gal
Length : 187.2 in.
Width : 72.6 in.
Height : 54 in.
Brand : Audi

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Quick data check: Audi S5 Sportback

significantly more power
considerably cheaper

Direct comparisons

These comparison pages show the Mercedes-Benz SL head-to-head against similar models.

Acura TLX

Mercedes-Benz SL

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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