BMW M3 vs Mercedes-AMG SL Comparison

    BMW M3

    Mercedes-AMG SL

    2024 BMW
    M3
    vs
    2024 Mercedes-AMG
    SL

    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the medium category, between scores of NaN and NaN.
    0.0
    8.3
    9.0
    0.0
    Based on the BMW M3 COMPETITION TOURING M xDRIVE
    Based on the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 4MATIC+
    Best suitable for...
    LuxuryLuxury
    FunFun
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    Fuel Efficiency
    59L
    566 to 614 km
    70L
    973 km
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $153,500 - $249,900
    $380,000
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    CarExpert's Take

    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Fearsomely fast on road and track
    • Extra wagon practicality
    • Still comfortable enough to use as a family car
    Misses
    • Options get expensive, fast
    • Aggressive looks still aren't to all tastes
    • We've had to wait so long!
    Alborz Fallah
    Founder
    Alborz Fallah drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Superb driveability, comfort and versatility
    • Fast operating roof and kid-friendly rear seats
    • Top-notch interior fit and finish
    Misses
    • Commonality of parts with less exclusive Mercedes models
    • Exhaust note could be a little louder
    • Hard choice between 911, DB12 and LC 500

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    NA
    • AMG High Perform Ceramic Composite Brakes System (+$12,990)
    • AMG Exterior Night Package (+$6,990)
    • AMG High Performance Seat Package (+$2,490)
    • Carbon Fibre Pack (+$11,990)
    • Magno Paint (+$10,190)

    Colours Available

    Non-metallic paint (no cost)

    • Alpine White
    • Sao Paulo Yellow

    Metallic paint (no cost)

    • Black Sapphire
    • M Portimao Blue
    • M Toronto Red
    • M Isle of Man Green
    • M Brooklyn Grey
    • Skyscraper Grey
    • Aventurine Red

    BMW Individual paint

    • Dravit Grey ($2500)
    • Tanzanite Blue ($2500)
    • Frozen Portimao Blue metallic ($5000)
    • Frozen Pure Grey metallic ($5000)
    • Frozen Black metallic ($5000)
    • Frozen Orange metallic ($5000)

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJBI TURBO DIR F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    29933982
    Size (L)
    3.0L4.0L
    Induction
    TURBO 6BI TURBO V8
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    2432
    Power
    353kW - 405kW430kW
    Power RPM
    62505500
    Torque
    550Nm - 650Nm800Nm
    Torque RPM
    2650 - 27502500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.38.6

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