Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Ferrari 458 Italia
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and Ferrari 458 Italia contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the Ferrari 458 Italia.
When we compare the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG's and the Ferrari 458 Italia's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG's and the Ferrari 458 Italia's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is a better car than the Ferrari 458 Italia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG’s base engine makes 583 horsepower, and the Ferrari 458 Italia base engine makes 562 horsepower. The SLS AMG is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 428 miles. The 458 Italia is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 386 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ferrari 458 Italia. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$221,580
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Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$239,340
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$252,801
Price Range:
$205,000 - $285,998
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
12,389
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0
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ferrari 458 Italia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ferrari 458 Italia
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Rankings
Not yet available
Ferrari 458 Italia Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Trim Levels
Not yet available
Ferrari 458 Italia Trim Levels
Base
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:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
583 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.163 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 9000 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.172 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
293 / 428 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 386 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3571 lbs
Width:
81.8 inches
Height:
49.7 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 lbs
Width:
76.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.2 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35ZR20
Exterior Colors
Black
Obsidian Black Metallic
Gray
AMG Imola Grey
Red
Mars Red
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
designo Mystic White II
Beige
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Green
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Orange
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Purple
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Yellow
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Exterior Colors
Black
Grigio Scuro / Nero Daytona Metallic
Gray
Argento Nurburgring Metallic / Canna Di Fucile / Grigio Alloy Metallic / Grigio Ferro Metallic / Grigio Ingrid Metallic / Grigio Silverstone Metallic / Grigio Titanio Metallic
Red
Rosso Corsa / Rosso Mugello / Rosso Scuderia
Silver
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White
Bianco Avus
Beige
Avorio
Blue
Azzurro California Metallic / Blu Abu Dhabi Metallic / Blu Mirabeau Metallic / Blu Pozzi / Blu Scozia / Blu Swaters / Blu Tour De France Metallic
Green
Verde British Racing
Orange
Rosso Dino
Purple
Rosso Fiorano
Yellow
Giallo Modena
Interior Colors
Black
designo Black with Silver Diamond Stitching
Beige
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal / Grigio Scuro / Nero
Beige
Beige / Crema / Sabbia
Blue
Blu Medio / Blu Scuro
Brown
Bordeaux / Cioccolato / Cuoio / Iroko / Terra Bruciata
Red
Rosso