Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster vs BMW i8 [2014]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster and BMW i8 [2014]. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster price is Rs. 2.47 Crore and BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster is available in 3982 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

AMG SL55 Roadster vs i8 [2014] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	AMG SL55 Roadster	i8 [2014]
Price	Rs. 2.47 Crore	Rs. 2.62 Crore
Engine Capacity	3982 cc	-
Power	469 bhp	-
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster

4MATIC Plus

Rs. 2.47 Crore

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BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

Rs. 2.62 Crore

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster

4MATIC Plus

BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	295
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	3.9
Engine	3982 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	4.0-litre twin-turbo V8
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	469 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	700 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Front Passenger Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Umbrella Storage in Door
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Third Row AC Zone
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black
Scuff Plates	Aluminium
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	11.9
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	17
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Sienna Brown/Black
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Partial
Split Rear Seat	50:50 split
Headrests	Front

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Colours

	Hyper Blue Metallic
	Obsidian Black Metallic
	Selenite Grey Metallic

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AMG SL55 Roadster vs i8 [2014] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster and BMW i8 [2014]?

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster price is Rs. 2.47 Crore and BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster vs BMW i8 [2014]

Length (mm)	4705
Width (mm)	1915
Height (mm)	1359
Wheelbase (mm)	2692
Kerb Weight (kg)	1950

Doors (Doors)	2
Seating Capacity (Person)	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	213
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70

Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.2
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver
Front Tyres	R21
Rear Tyres	R21

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Manual Shift - Electronic
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility
Remote Parking with Key

Cup Holders	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital

Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe