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Compare Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
Select configuration:
$495,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe
2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe
Select configuration:
$221,580
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
5.5L V8 Gas
Engine
6.2L V8 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 12 MPG
Hwy: 16 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 13 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
7.2 ft³
Trunk Volume
6.2 ft³

Photos

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Rear Angle View
2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Central Console
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe
2013-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Rear Angle View
2013-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
5.5L V8 Gas
6.2L V8 Gas
Horsepower
617 hp @ 6500 rpm
583 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque
575 @ 3200 - 5000
479 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,779 lbs
3,726 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
13 MPG
15 MPG
City
12 MPG
13 MPG
Highway
16 MPG
19 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
11.8 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
25.6 gallons
22.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
307.2 miles
292.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
409.6 miles
427.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.3 in
182.6 in
Height
50.4 in
49.3 in
Max Width
75.1 in
76.3 in
Front Width
64.5 in
66.2 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
65 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
105.5 in
Ground Clearance
4 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
2 seater
2 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
39.6 in
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
34.4 in
39 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54 in
58.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
63.2 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
7.2 ft³
6.2 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
40 ft
39 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 9.0"
19" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 11.5"
20" x 11"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double control arms
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double control arms
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P255/35ZR19
P265/35YR19
Rear Tire
P295/30ZR19
P295/30YR20

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Iridium Silver
  • Mars Red
  • Obsidian Black

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • AMG Imola Gray
  • designo Mystic White II

Standard Interior Materials

  • Semi-Aniline Black, Premium leather seat trim
  • Black, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • 300 SL Red, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Beige, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Black, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Copper, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Dark Pacific Blue, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Graphite Green, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Green, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Light Brown, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Pastel Yellow, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Royal Blue, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Sand, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Silver, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
  • Tobacco Brown, Silver Arrow, Leather seat trim
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
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
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

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