Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz SLC

Price $60,500 – $73,500
Fuel consumption 7.3 – 11.6 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 74%(view ratings)
Blessed with classic roadster proportions including a long hood and short trunk, the compact SLC comes standard with a 241-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine or, optionally, a twin-turbo V6 producing 362 horsepower. Each one is mated to a nine-speed automatic gearbox and a drive mode selector ranging from ECO to Sport+. A sport suspension with available adaptive damping improves the ride, while the power retractable hard top folds away in about 20 seconds.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 74%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 7/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2019

N/A

Pros

  • High-performance engines
  • Safe handling
  • Nine-speed gearbox
  • Quality finish

Cons

  • Heavy vehicle
  • Cabin design
  • Connectivity leaves something to be desired
  • Small trunk (when roof is retracted)

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