2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When we compare the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class and 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class ranges from $40,457 to $84,709 while a used 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $27,545 to $44,754.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class loses 47.2 percent of its value and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 47.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class retains 0.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is 7.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class being ranked 9 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 5 out of 26.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is 7.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 329 horsepower. Both the SL-Class and the E-Class are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 554 and 505 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
40457 - 84709
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472461
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27545 - 44754
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.473437
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.370637 / 10
Reliability:
7.941273 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.594764 / 10
Reliability:
8.389528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 23Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 40Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Trim Levels
AMG SL 63, AMG SL 65, SL 450, SL 450 designo Edition, SL 550, SL 550 designo Edition
2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 400, E 550, E 400 4MATIC, AMG E 43, E 300, E 300 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
329 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 554 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
50.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.8 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3826 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
51.2 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4145 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R18