Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT
Compare the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT. The Mercedes-AMG GT is £10,000 cheaper. The Mercedes-AMG GT 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 Mercedes-AMG GT is priced from £155,000, powered by a 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8, producing 577 hp, with 800 Nm of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.1s, a top speed of 197 mph, sent to the road via rear-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 Mercedes-AMG GT offers a 350-litre boot, runs on petrol, returns around 22 mpg, is covered by a 3yr/unlimited mi warranty.
On cost of ownership, the Mercedes-AMG GT is £10,000 cheaper than its rival, the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 costs less in annual maintenance (£1,500 versus £1,600), 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 Mercedes-AMG GT.
Driving Character: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT
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 Mercedes-AMG GT — AMG 4.0L bi-turbo V8; exceptional throttle response and emotional delivery. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: 577hp V8 with characteristic AMG torque delivery across the rev range. For the Mercedes-AMG GT: Rear-wheel drive balance tuned for driving engagement; optional Drift mode. In outright terms it is 577 hp against 577 — a 0 hp gap — and the Mercedes-AMG GT reaches 60 mph 0.4s sooner.
Interior & Cabin: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT
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 Mercedes-AMG GT — Long bonnet, short tail design creates distinct, dramatic driving environment. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: MBUX Hyperscreen available; most technology-forward SL interior ever. For the Mercedes-AMG GT: AMG Performance seats standard; refined materials for a sports car.
Daily Usability: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 — Roof mechanism reliable and rapid; usable as open-top grand tourer; the Mercedes-AMG GT — 350L boot useful for short trips; better than most competitors at the price. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: AWD enables year-round use in all climates; better versatility than predecessors. For the Mercedes-AMG GT: Comfort mode genuinely softens the GT for road use. that means 213 litres of boot space against 350, and everyday running costs that favour the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 at the pumps.
Ownership: Mercedes-AMG SL 63 vs Mercedes-AMG GT
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 Mercedes-AMG GT — Mercedes dealer network comprehensive; AMG GT well-supported globally. Characteristic of the Mercedes-AMG SL 63: Broad dealer network and long-running support programmes. For the Mercedes-AMG GT: AMG GT has strong used market demand; values hold well. On the wallet the two diverge at £165,000 versus £155,000 — a £10,000 difference, with annual maintenance of £1,500 against £1,600.