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Compare Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster vs Mercedes-AMG SL55

Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster
2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster
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$135,795
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mercedes-AMG SL55
2024 Mercedes-AMG SL55
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TBC
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
4.7L V8 Gas
Engine
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
7-Speed Automatic (+$5,700)
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 13 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 14 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
5 ft³
Trunk Volume
7.5 ft³

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2022-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 55 Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
4.7L V8 Gas
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
Horsepower
420 hp @ 7000 rpm
469 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
346 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm
516 lb-ft @ 2250 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
7-Speed Automatic (+$5,700)
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,770 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
15 MPG
16 MPG
City
13 MPG
14 MPG
Highway
19 MPG
21 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
11.7 Tons/yr
11.1 (2023) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
274.3 miles
259 miles
Cruising Range Highway
400.9 miles
388.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
172.6 in
185.2 in
Height
50 in
53.5 in
Max Width
73.4 in
75.4 in
Front Width
62 in
65.6 in
Rear Width
61.5 in
64.1 in
Wheelbase
102.5 in
106.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
2 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.8 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
5 ft³
7.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.5 ft
42.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8.5"
20" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 9.5"
20" x 11"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40YR19
P255/40ZR20
Rear Tire
P285/35YR19
P295/35ZR20
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Appletree Green
  • Arizona Bronze
  • China Gray
  • Cinnabar Orange
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Concours Blue
  • Devine Red
  • Diavolo Red
  • Hammerhead Silver
  • Hardly Green
  • Jet Black
  • Kopi Bronze
  • Lightning Silver
  • Madagascar Orange
  • Mako Blue
  • Mariana Blue
  • Marron Black
  • Meteorite Silver
  • Midnight Blue
  • Morning Frost White
  • Ocellus Teal
  • Onyx Black
  • Quantum Silver
  • Sea Storm
  • Selene Bronze
  • Silver Blonde
  • Silver Fox
  • Skyfall Silver
  • Stratus White
  • Sunburst Yellow
  • Tungsten Silver
  • Ultramarine Black
  • Volcano Red
  • Yellow Tang
  • Cirrius Silver Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey
  • MANUFAKTUR Cirrus Silver MAGNO
  • MANUFAKTUR Hyper Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Monza Grey Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Night Black Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Signature Rubellite Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Starling Blue Magno
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic
  • Sun Yellow

Standard Interior Materials

  • Arctic Blue, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Argento Gray, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Aurora Blue, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Bitter Chocolate, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Black Damson, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Blue Haze, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Bronze Metallic, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • California Poppy, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Chancellor Red, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Chestnut Tan, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Cream Truffle, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Dark Knight, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Dark Mocha, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Deep Purple, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Electron Yellow, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Fandango Pink, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Grey Blend, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Ice Mocha, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Ivory, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Kestrel Tan, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Light Tan, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Madagascar Orange, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Moonshadow, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Obsidian Black, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Parliament Green, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Phantom Gray, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Pure Black, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Royal Mint, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Sahara Tan, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Spectral Blue, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Spicy Red, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • True Teal, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Vivid Red, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Winter Wheat, Full-Grain Leather Seat Trim
  • Black w/Red Stitching, Exclusive Nappa Leather/Microfiber Upholstery
  • Black w/Yellow Stitching, Exclusive Nappa Leather/Microfiber Upholstery
  • Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Crystal Whilte/Black, STYLE Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige/Grey, STYLE Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Red Pepper/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Sage Grey/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Sienna Brown/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo Brown/Black, STYLE Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Optional
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Standard
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Optional
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Standard
Seat-Massage
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
10 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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