NEW Mercedes SL63 Review: 585hp AMG Monster

Is the new AMG SL63 everything the SL55 should have been? And can it be compared to a 911 Cabriolet? Alex Legouix takes a look.

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[johnsbackwithcommonsense]

Police fine you having a mobile phone whilst driving as it's distracting but having a whole TV screen to fiddle with in your face isn't, go figure

[ozrenhanzek]

This is already a legendary car, allthough a 911 is a class of it’s own

[mcfc]

Love this machine. To me, the SL models have been Mercs best cars.

[tim]

I saw the car yesterday on the road … and I have to say it looks amazing!

[MattDiffey]

It'll never cease to amaze me how many auto journalists will dismiss 2+2 seats that are only ever meant to be be able to get small children in the back on occasion or act as extra storage space, like car designers don't realise that the seats are small.

[Under_Construction]

I'll be honest, the first time I saw Alex being introduced to the channel I wasn't really looking forward to her solo reviews. 3 solo reviews down the line I quite liked her. Several reviews down the line I simply love her. She's not trying to be Rory (who, by the way is my most favourite) or to be like any other reviewer. BTW, for me AMG GT C over the SL.

[Snowkone]

The Mercedes SL is one of the best convertible grand tourers on the market, but the 911 is one of the best all around sports cars ever made. Almost like comparing apples to oranges, but both are still amazing cars. Having been an owner of both (previous generations), I'd take a 911 over an SL every day.

[chillout]

Should you consider it, shortlist it, or buy it? I'll say just go ahead and buy it. The SL63 is a very pretty and very fast GT.

[nwilkerson]

I would take the SL55 or SL63 over an equivalent Porsche. This is just a head turner and that interior is equally stunning. You don’t have to be a car enthusiast or know the million nuanced versions of the same car to appreciate this.

[jonyu]

Time to review the SL 43 to complete the trio review.

[tajulislam]

This is the most handsome looking Mercedes, in its current range. It feels like, the current Merc design philosophy, was built for this car only.

On a more side note, you've forgotten the raise the wind deflector. Or does it have one? 🤔

[shaunm]

Love your reviews Alex - the honesty and enthusiasm (however expensive the car) makes compelling viewing - thank you.

[o]

Great looking car! If I could I would buy both SL and 911!
PS. Alexandra and Rory both cool presenters!

[auto_huncho]

Great detailed review 👏. I can't help but think that the SL is one of those cars that people don't understand. This is not a 911 rival, think of it as a 2 door 2 seat Mercedes S class built to cross continents and it will make alot of sense.

[dash-ryan]

Thank you! Finally, a review that objectively describes this car's flaws! All acceptable at a price of $115k CAD, but unacceptable at a price of $215k CAD. Oh, if the "majority" of people drive a base 911 at half the price, you'll change your mind about this car in any variant.

[matthewwolf]

The SL's interior is what sets it a part. Powerful and posh. The lighting at night is gorgeous.

[Azdingue]

" if you stroke the handle, it pops out . "
That's what she said
Hahahaha 😂

[Magnus-pmic]

This looks like a better convertible than a 911 cab

[Rodrigoxki]

Love this car, good review!
But we also know that, in reality, a 992 Turbo S can (I wouldn’t compare these two, but it’s in the video) do 0-62 in about 2.5/2.6s. That’s almost a 50% difference. Not that it matters, but just to mention the gap between the two!

[kevinmaes]

That side profile is impressive.
The car looks pretty good too