Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10
Compare the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10. The Audi R8 V10 is £20,000 cheaper. The Audi R8 V10 is 0.4s quicker to 60mph. The Mercedes-AMG SL 63 is more fuel efficient. Full performance, cost & ownership breakdown.
The Mercedes-AMG SL 63 is priced from £165,000, powered by a 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8, producing 577 hp, with 800 Nm of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.5s, a top speed of 196 mph, sent to the road via all-wheel drive. The Audi R8 V10 is priced from £95,000, powered by a 5.2L V10, producing 602 hp, with 560 Nm of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.1s, a top speed of 205 mph, sent to the road via all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes-AMG SL 63 offers a 213-litre boot, runs on petrol, returns around 24 mpg, is covered by a 3yr/unlimited mi warranty. The Audi R8 V10 offers a 226-litre boot, runs on petrol, returns around 19 mpg, is covered by a 3yr/unlimited mi warranty.
On cost of ownership, the Audi R8 V10 is £20,000 cheaper than its rival, the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 costs less in annual maintenance (£1,500 versus £1,800), the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 is the more fuel-efficient choice, a full tank costs around £90 for the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 and £85 for the Audi R8 V10.
Driving Character: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 — SL 63 AWD with active rear steering; more dynamic than SL predecessors; the Audi R8 V10 — Naturally aspirated V10 at 8,700rpm; final production N/A V10 supercar. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: 577hp V8 with characteristic AMG torque delivery across the rev range. For the Audi R8 V10: Quattro AWD provides exceptional traction for a mid-engine car. In outright terms it is 577 hp against 602 — a 25 hp gap — and the Audi R8 V10 reaches 60 mph 0.4s sooner.
Interior & Cabin: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 — Soft-top roadster with genuine 2+2 rear seats returned to SL range; the Audi R8 V10 — Virtual Cockpit digital instruments standard; most advanced interior in class at launch. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: MBUX Hyperscreen available; most technology-forward SL interior ever. For the Audi R8 V10: Audi quality finishes and switchgear excellence even in a supercar.
Daily Usability: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 — Roof mechanism reliable and rapid; usable as open-top grand tourer; the Audi R8 V10 — 226L rear trunk and reasonable visibility; usable as a sole vehicle. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: AWD enables year-round use in all climates; better versatility than predecessors. For the Audi R8 V10: Everyday drive modes calm the R8 significantly for road use. that means 213 litres of boot space against 226, and everyday running costs that favour the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 at the pumps.
Ownership: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Audi R8 V10
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 — Mercedes SL has decades of reliability history; latest generation expected to continue; the Audi R8 V10 — Audi network comprehensive; R8 V10 supported at all Audi Sport dealers. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: Broad dealer network and long-running support programmes. For the Audi R8 V10: R8 values remain strong; final V10 model attracts collector interest. On the wallet the two diverge at £165,000 versus £95,000 — a £70,000 difference, with annual maintenance of £1,500 against £1,800.