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Mercedes SL Class vs Porsche 911 Convertible - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (816 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (112700 £ vs 122400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes SL Class or Porsche 911 Convertible?

Mercedes SL Class

Porsche 911 Convertible

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

SL Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes SL Class has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 112700 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 122400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes SL Class manages with 9 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.30 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

SL Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes SL Class has a a bit edge – offering 816 HP compared to 711 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 2.60 s, while the Mercedes SL Class takes 2.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 Convertible performs slight better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Mercedes SL Class tops out at 317 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes SL Class pulls clearly stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm difference.

SL Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In curb weight, Porsche 911 Convertible is barely noticeable lighter – 1655 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes SL Class offers noticeable more room – 240 L compared to 163 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes SL Class slight takes the win – 375 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes SL Class is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Mercedes SL Class
Porsche 911 Convertible

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from about £112,700
SL Class

Mercedes SL Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 381 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9 - 13.6 L
  • Electric Range : 12 km

Mercedes SL Class

The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.

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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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Mercedes SL Class
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
112700 - 219300 £
Price
122400 - 244500 £
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
12 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
206 - 309 g/km
co2
234 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1810 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1655 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Trunk capacity
163 L
Length
4697 - 4705 mm
Length
4542 - 4553 mm
Width
1915 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
1354 - 1359 mm
Height
1292 - 1302 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
145 - 375 kg
Payload
275 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
381 - 816 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
Max Speed
291 - 322 km/h
Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
280 - 600 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3591 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Mercedes SL Class?

The Mercedes SL Class is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.