2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring sports car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1954.
Trim: AMG SL 43
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class typically asks about $124,900 versus a $132,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. Our last NHTSA refresh shows no open recalls and no owner-complaint filings for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. Versus 2025, watch highway mpg (21 mpg → 20 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$124,900
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$132,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 SL-Class?
Our last NHTSA refresh shows a clean sheet for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — still verify the VIN before you buy.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
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2026 Mercedes SL-Class Review | Performance, Luxury & Price Breakdown
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is highway mpg (21 mpg → 20 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Highway MPG
- 21 mpg↓20 mpg
How much does a used 2026 SL-Class cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $124,900 in typical used asking against a $132,900 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $132,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $124,900
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$8,000 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 SL-Class?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring sports car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1954. The designation "SL" derives from the German term "Super-Leicht", which translates to "Super Light" in English. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet.
- EPA combined 16 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 375 hp, 16 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
375 hp
Combined MPG
16 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (16 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,625
5-year energy
$13,125
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 16 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Seating
- 4
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 13
- Highway MPG
- 20
- Combined MPG
- 16
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | AMG SL 43 | AMG SL 63 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 577 hp |
| 0–60 | — | 3.5 s |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Seating | 4 | 4 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375 | — | — | — | RWD | |
| 577 | — | 3.5s | — | AWD |