2022 Mercedes-AMG SL55

2022年梅赛德斯amg SL55的价格范围从13美元7,400 for the Touring specification to $144,700 for the Performance, which adds AMG Ride Control, a front-axle lift system, an electronic limited-slip differential, and RACE driving mode. These prices exclude tax, registration, and a destination fee of $1,050. A fully loaded example of the Performance trim will set you back over $177,000. Compared to the SL55, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is a bargain: the M850i xDrive convertible starts at just under $110,000.

With rivals such as the BMW 8 Series convertible and the more sports-focused Porsche 911 Cabriolet, the 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL55 has some high standards to live up to when it comes to ride and handling. As with so many others in this class, the SL55 sends its power to all four wheels - a first for the SL-Class - doing so via a nine-speed automatic transmission. This helps put down all 577 horses provided by the twin-turbo V8 engine, snatching up 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. But the benefits of this rear-biased 4Matic+ system are more apparent through corners and on corner exit, where grip is abundant. But the SL55 convertible is a heavy beast, and in stock form, the suspension has its work cut out for it. With the optional AMG Active Ride Control, it's a neutral affair that manages its weight sublimely but is never quite as sharp as a 911 Cabriolet.

Despite being a larger car than it seems, rear-axle steering imperceptibly makes it feel much smaller to drive, and he pliant suspension rides bumps and corrugations better than we expected of the standard 20-inch alloys and low-profile summer tires.

While always revered, it's been a long time since the SL-Class was considered truly great. It became bloated and obnoxious, lacking sports car credentials and true grand tourer clout. But the 2022 edition is the closest yet to the spirit of the original, thanks in large part to AMG overseeing development from the ground up. It's not a true sports car - that's the job of the AMG GT - but it is a sporty grand tourer that can hang with the best of them. It has a characterful V8, a lithe chassis, a compliant suspension, a luxurious interior, and style in spades. Weak points are few and far between, making this review of the Mercedes-AMG SL55 highly positive. We now have no trouble recommending the SL as a true return to form.

Mercedes-AMG offers the SL55 in two trim levels: the Touring trim and Performance trim. Considering the nature of the SL55, we'd recommend going for the Performance trim. This car comes with all the standard features you get on the other vehicle and adds sporty touches such as yellow brake calipers to go with the RACE Mode, electronic limited-slip diff, and AMG Ride Control suspension and handy tech such as a front axle lift system. It is also offered with a carbon ceramic brake package. The Performance trim costs an extra $7,300, making it well worth the additional expenditure.