2010 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: Overview
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The 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is largely unchanged. These are Mercedes' costliest convertibles. They seat two and have a power-retractable hardtop. The SL-Class comes in four models: The SL550, SL63, SL600, and SL65. SL550 has a 382-hp 5.5-liter V8 engine. SL600 and SL65 have twin-turbocharged V12 engines of 5.5 liters and 510 hp and 6.0 liters and 604 hp, respectively. The SL63 has a 518-hp 6.2-liter V8. SL63 and SL65 are tuned by Mercedes' AMG performance division. V8 SL-Class models have a 7-speed automatic transmission. V12 versions use a 5-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, side airbags, driver knee airbag, and a rollover bar designed to deploy in an impending tip. A navigation system with real-time traffic information and a wireless cell-phone link are standard on all models. This report is based on evaluations of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | SL550 Rating | Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 8 | 7 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 3.6 |
| Ride Quality | 6 | 3.5 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 7 | 7.2 |
| Quietness | 6 | 3.6 |
| Controls | 5 | 4.7 |
| Details | 9 | 6.1 |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 7 | 4.9 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 0 | .6 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 2.2 |
| Value within Class | 4 | 4.6 |
| Total Score: | 60 | 48 |
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