Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster vs BMW i8 [2015-2019]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster and BMW i8 [2015-2019]. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster price is Rs. 2.44 Crore and BMW i8 [2015-2019] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster is available in 3982 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW i8 [2015-2019] is available in 1499 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. i8 [2015-2019] provides the mileage of 47.45 kmpl.

AMG SL55 Roadster vs i8 [2015-2019] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	AMG SL55 Roadster	i8 [2015-2019]
Price	Rs. 2.44 Crore	Rs. 2.62 Crore
Engine Capacity	3982 cc	1499 cc
Power	469 bhp	357 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster

4MATIC Plus

Rs. 2.44 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW i8 [2015-2019]

1.5 Hybrid

Rs. 2.62 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster

4MATIC Plus

BMW i8 [2015-2019]

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	1499 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	4.0-litre twin-turbo V8	BMW TwinPower Turbo with VALVETRONIC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	469 bhp @ 5500 rpm	357 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	700 Nm @ 2000 rpm	570 Nm @ 3700 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		47.45View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Twin Turbo
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Alternate Fuel	Not Applicable	Electric

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension		Aluminium double track control arm with anti-dive, separate lower level with wishbone and tie rod
Rear Suspension		Aluminium five-arm geometry, directly connected
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.2	6.15
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	R21	215 / 45 R20
Rear Tyres	R21	245 / 40 R20

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	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
Lane Departure Prevention
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

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Umbrella Storage in Door
Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC		No Fan Speed Control
Third Row AC Zone
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Mobile App Features

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
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Captain Seats
Ventilated Seats	Front only	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Sienna Brown/Black	BMW Individual
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Partial
Split Rear Seat	50:50 split	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front	Front

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights		Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	Digital Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	11.9
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	17	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Hyper Blue Metallic	Protonic Blue
	Obsidian Black Metallic	Ionic Silver
	Selenite Grey Metallic	Sophisto Grey
		Crystal White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

14 Ratings

5.0/5

30 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	4.9Exterior
	4.9Comfort	4.6Comfort
	4.9Performance	4.9Performance
	4.6Fuel Economy	4.6Fuel Economy
	4.6Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

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AMG SL55 Roadster vs i8 [2015-2019] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster and BMW i8 [2015-2019]?

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster price is Rs. 2.44 Crore and BMW i8 [2015-2019] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of AMG SL55 Roadster compared to i8 [2015-2019]?

For the 4MATIC Plus variant, 3982 cc Petrol engine of AMG SL55 Roadster produces 469 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 700 Nm @ 2000 rpm of torque. For the 1.5 Hybrid variant, 1499 cc Petrol engine of i8 [2015-2019] produces 357 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 570 Nm @ 3700 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Roadster vs BMW i8 [2015-2019]

Length (mm)	4705	4689
Width (mm)	1915	1942
Height (mm)	1359	1298
Wheelbase (mm)	2692	2800
Ground Clearance (mm)		117
Kerb Weight (kg)	1950	1485

Doors (Doors)	2	2
Seating Capacity (Person)	4	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	1
Bootspace (litres)	213	154
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70	42

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

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote with Boot Opener
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	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)		2
Warranty (In Kilometres)		Unlimited