SL-Class [Renders] 2021 Mercedes-Benz SL

[klier]

That is already fast becoming a reality where I live. Was playing around with the BMW configurator and specced up similar i4 M50 vs M440i Gran Coupe. The i4 was €80k and the M440i was €104k. You must really want the ICE over electric to pay a €24k premium.

Where are you?

Here is Holland for reference:

i4 M50: from 73k
M440i GC: from 86k

The gap will indeed quickly widen.

 

[Matski]

UK OTR: M440i GC in black with 20's : £55,550
UK OTR: i4 M50 in black with 20's : £65,520 - £2,500 EV Grant

 

[AHall42631]

I get some Mustang vibes when looking at the front of this car...

Yes that front definitely screams Ford Mustang. At least based on what I can see at this point. Will likely be a nice car though. I kind of wish the rear section was flat instead of sloping downward.

 

[Serpens]

Yes that front definitely screams Ford Mustang. At least based on what I can see at this point. Will likely be a nice car though. I kind of wish the rear section was flat instead of sloping downward.

Honestly not really seeing it, unless you're talking about the shape of the grille?

 

[Deleted member 1071]

"Think away" the R232s' camofoil.

Difficult choice ?

Envy to those who can afford to own both.

 

[AHall42631]

"Think away" the R232s' camofoil.

Difficult choice ?

Envy to those who can afford to own both.

I like the SL. For me from an aesthetic stand point no comparison.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

I like the SL. For me from an aesthetic stand point no comparison.

Different with me as a truly dyed-in-the-wool 911 fan from the 901 onwards. Still, I absolutely respect your point of view. And...the R232 is really a very pretty automobile.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

"Think away" the R232s' camofoil.

Difficult choice ?

Envy to those who can afford to own both.

When it comes to open-top motoring, I'd want something I could cruise in that has a firm yet compliant ride. Tough choice indeed, so I think logic would dictate that the SL has the edge.

That said, if I was driving the SL, I'd probably be thinking about the 911. I don't think I'd have as many "what if" moments about the SL while driving the 911.

 

[martinbo]

Difficult choice ?

Nope.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

Nope.

I know that you prefer your 911s' "straight", Martin. Fixed-roof, light as possible, stirred but not shaken. No open-topped Porky Porkers for you.

 

[Antti]

Where are you?

Here is Holland for reference:

i4 M50: from 73k
M440i GC: from 86k

The gap will indeed quickly widen.

The prices I quoted were for Finland but they were not starting prices, but rather the spec that I would pick for myself including optional extras. Still, I made the cars as equal as possible in terms of spec and the difference came to €24k.

 

[martinbo]

I know that you prefer your 911s' "straight", Martin. Fixed-roof, light as possible, stirred but not shaken. No open-topped Porky Porkers for you.

On the contrary Jimmy - I have no problem with convertible (proper open top Porkers, 911 included - it's the Targa that I pass up on.

 

[bmwz4coupe]

As always the electric car ‘paradise’ Norway takes the cake:
I4 M50 From 573 200 nok
M440i GC From 902 200 nok

 

[klier]

911 Cabrio looks as ugly as always.

The hunchback.

 

[mbguytx]

Having driven both the SL55 and the SL63 this week as well as seeing it completely unmasked.. it is undoubtedly a beautiful vehicle. Proportions are spot on. The seats are hands down the most comfortable seats in any sports car to date. This will do extremely well....and with it being 4matic+ as standard....will make for a fun drive in all conditions. An emotional car for an emotional time...they nailed it.

 

[mbguytx]

Hyperblue* is sunning IRL...glad to see them bring something different to the game. Almost like a highly metallic Malibu Blue from Porsche. Not for everyone, but a fun choice for someone who wants to stand out from the crowd.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

Having driven both the SL55 and the SL63 this week as well as seeing it completely unmasked.. it is undoubtedly a beautiful vehicle. Proportions are spot on. The seats are hands down the most comfortable seats in any sports car to date. This will do extremely well....and with it being 4matic+ as standard....will make for a fun drive in all conditions. An emotional car for an emotional time...they nailed it.

Nice, having driven them, how would describe the ride quality given that AMG was leading this car's development? Is it closer to the AMG GT or, say, the recently discontinued S Cabriolet?

 

[mbguytx]

Nice, having driven them, how would describe the ride quality given that AMG was leading this car's development? Is it closer to the AMG GT or, say, the recently discontinued S Cabriolet?

The ride is a lovechild of the GT coupe and the S63 Cabriolet. The best of both worlds. The variance between Comfort and Sport+ modes is vast. 2 cars in one. Can be a daily driver with no issue or complaint.

 

[Merc1]

Having driven both the SL55 and the SL63 this week as well as seeing it completely unmasked.. it is undoubtedly a beautiful vehicle. Proportions are spot on. The seats are hands down the most comfortable seats in any sports car to date. This will do extremely well....and with it being 4matic+ as standard....will make for a fun drive in all conditions. An emotional car for an emotional time...they nailed it.

Looks amazing here. Wow.

M

 

[fortuner]

Having driven both the SL55 and the SL63 this week as well as seeing it completely unmasked.. it is undoubtedly a beautiful vehicle. Proportions are spot on. The seats are hands down the most comfortable seats in any sports car to date. This will do extremely well....and with it being 4matic+ as standard....will make for a fun drive in all conditions. An emotional car for an emotional time...they nailed it.

lovely love those seats and the colour