AMG’s SL43 Finally Driven - Why AMG, Oh Why??

[@ahemgee9542]

£100 K plus for a 4, cyl premium convertible 😅😅

[@xdxangeloxbx]

and 0-100 in 4.9s lmao. Gets completely shit on by other AMG 4 cyl. Even A class

[@Junaid6305]

The 190SL was a 4 cylinder

[@nijabudeenmohammedn5354]

@@Junaid6305 but they not call it as amg

[@philnleblanc6664]

Not like you could afford it anyways. 😂

[@Junaid6305]

@@nijabudeenmohammedn5354 there was no AMG in the 50s

[@sweetdenim27]

I can't imagine why anyone would buy this over the LC500 or the F-Type. It costs more while having 4 cylinders and around a 100 hp less.😂

[@DeepDividends]

Very True. LC500 has a Japanese V8, looks better, and is cheaper. Just the better option

[@MuppetsSh0w]

@@DeepDividends LC500 drives like a boat and F-Type breaks every 1000 miles. There is more to a car than cylinders.

[@esthetics4512]

@@DeepDividends💯💯

[@Caa310]

@@MuppetsSh0wfacts

[@stepwaymotivation4661]

@@MuppetsSh0wNah I have mine 2015 Ftype R with 44k miles… no major problems till now

[@Masterguy635]

The 3.0 V6 43 AMG cars were the best imo, sounds even better than the current inline 6

[@AllanCuttingedge]

Some reviews(like autotopNL tested E43 and E53) said the 53 with inline 6 ones are better than the 43 with V6 ones in many ways. Idk tho, only tried a 43 one

[@timonxDlol]

@@AllanCuttingedgethe inline 6 is the better engine, but the v6 sounded better. But that mostly has to do with new noise emission regulations etc

[@pureunion]

Have the very E53 wagon which was tested by this channel, and most E63 and C63 owners agree it somehow manages to set the soundtrack benchmark (excluding new GT and final edition stuff)

[@yixiao9243]

@@timonxDlol yes, v6 tends to sound better than l6. This is because a) v6 rev higher b) it has two sides resonates, but inline 6 only one side. And Mercedes v6 is 60 degree v6, because its balanced, sounds even better than Audi's 90 degree v6.

[@nebsmncube1796]

AMG seems to be shooting themselves in the foot quite well👌

[@OldSkoolUncleChris]

I think they know this and are bringing back the inline six thank god

[@peterhammer4644]

@@OldSkoolUncleChris haven't seen anything to confirm that

[@OldSkoolUncleChris]

@@peterhammer4644 look closer lol

[@peterhammer4644]

@@OldSkoolUncleChris where?

[@TheS3GG]

Its for countries where high cubic displacement is taxed yearly and very dearly. Mercedes get feedback from all over the world.

[@tool8337]

1) I agree with you on the lack of the I6. It's beyond me why they seem to be phasing out that sweet engine. It could be the perfect middle ground. 2) The interior being a "blend of analogue and digital" is straight up B.S. The few buttons in there are capacitive garbage instead of knurled metal. WOW you put climate vents . . . that doesn't count (though they are pretty). While I straight prefer last-gen Mercedes interiors, I am warming to the SL and the 224 E-class (no superscreen). I believe there are rumors that they will be reverting the capacitive touch in the facelifts. Also, I heard they are expanding the Maybach treatment to more cars - which is great because as of now, there are no ultra luxury coupe/cab options. Nothing in the lineup even comes close to the Outgoing S-Class or E-Class Coupe. The SL doesn't cut it. The CLE is shameful trash! Although, if they Maybach-ized the CLE, I think it could be stunning :) Fingers crossed for that!

[@dash-ryan]

I agree with almost all your comments. I think the reason why there is a 4 cyl is because of international market requirements and AMG doesn't have a hand built 6 cyl. From a cost standpoint, it's cheaper to build an I4 and a V8 which is essentially 2 I4's connected together. So reasons are cost reduction and regulation adherence, although you'd never tell given the ridiculous price. Pricing is where Mercedes is making its biggest mistakes and they'll find out soon enough about this. I've already complained to my local dealership. They are hearing this loud and clear, so let's see.

[@tool8337]

@@dash-ryan you’re right that they are pushing the 4cyl for EU emissions regulations - but other manufacturers are bringing out compliant 8 and 6 cyl. Mercedes particular 4cyl and the inline 6 offered in the 450 models are almost identical platforms with 2cyl chopped off. They are made on the same assembly line. The 4.0 v8 is a completely different motor but they spent a bunch of money making it EU compliant. I bet they will change their tune when they see there’s no interest in the bad sounding 4cyl

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@tool8337In Europe plenty of people will buy the 4cyl version. Maybe even in the US. Not everyone cares about speed lmao

[@jackmarston2515]

You have absolutely 0 idea what you're talking about in your original post.

[@tool8337]

@@jackmarston2515 that's a non-argument because those people would 100% prefer the 6cyl if it had the same price. Its more than just about the performance because the sound, response, and smoothness. Just because people will buy it doesn't mean it should be offered instead of the 4cyl or in addition to the 4cyl.

[@Smithy67]

The M139 4 cylinder is in the A45, CLA45, GLA45, C43, C63, SL43 .... probably more, those are the ones I can think of. Its a case of same engine, body shape, style to suit.

[@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921]

This thing over a C8 corvette is like some bad joke.

[@jackmarston2515]

No joke. Corvette is a cevy is a piece of junk.

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

Just get a 2024 Mustang EcoBoost Premium convertible for one third of the cost

[@Kirks_hammer]

Okay thats.. oh shit it actually look sick especially in black

[@kyronrc]

It should have at least a V6… as it’s sitting, it should be MUCH cheaper! Reliability is a concern too with such a stressed out 4 cyl.

[@brianiswrong]

I would happily add 21 kg to the car and have a composite solid folding roof.

[@jawndoekck]

This is the correct answer. A carbon fiber hard top would’ve made it cool. The soft top takes away any cool this cut down model had.

[@madontherun]

Grownups don't worry about the sound , we want a quiet as possible ride so we can listen to radio 4

[@donaldmayor6791]

Not everyone want that over powering rumble. I used to when I was young but now I just like a spirited drive not race thanks for all

[@eroche913]

MB actually needs a true SL in its range. A light roadster, with a 6 cylinder. The Beemer Z4 can do this, (ok not massively light at 1600kg) but you get the idea.

[@Paul-tw3yi]

4 cyl? Ok Im out

[@edmundcharles5278]

Needs either a straight or a V6

[@25jai123]

Considering air vents part of blending "analog" with the digital components is a bit of a stretch. They do look nice but AMG sure seems to be going in the wrong direction these day. Especially when you consider this is down on power to an A45 at this price point. I was surprised when you shared that this costs more than a base 911 since it weighs a good 300kg more and is quite a bit slower. I'm sure some people will like the way this car is positioned over a 911 but at least for me I'm really struggling to follow the approach for the 43.

[@incaseyoudidntknowchannel]

spot on, needs to be at least a V6

[@jackmarston2515]

Nah in this you'll rarely see the gas station.

[@Taylor40667]

So the SL Keeps the v8 for its 63 4 pot for the 43 Biggest mistake Merc not keeping this for c63

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

55 has a V8

[@timonxDlol]

The c is too cheap of a model to afford 5 digit fines at the eu for high emission

[@Taylor40667]

@@timonxDlolhave you seen the price of the new c63?

[@timonxDlol]

@@Taylor40667 Yes, it´s expensive as fuck, but then the SL 63 is another 80 grand more expensive which results in a extremely much bigger margin for Mercedes and then they do not give a fuck if they have to pay 13000€ fines for each car sold.

[@pete64041]

@@timonxDlol Why can BMW put 6's in everything then? lol

[@tonykono5225]

The car was probably made for fuel efficiency. Looks like a really nice weekend getaway car. Drive for four to six hours and enjoy the luxury of an AMG. I think that’s a cool car.

[@derekbeaton4543]

I think you hit the nail on the head at 27:00 when you describe the SL43 owners you have seen. I don't think the SL 43 buyer and the Base 992 buyer are the same person. You're totally correct that this is an accessible AMG product for the older driver, whom Mercedes courts everywhere through its line up. The Sl43 and Sl55 buyer are likely very different as well. As you clearly point out, they seem to be two different products. As a long time Porsche owner, I can't wait till the SL55 arrives in Canada as I will be quickly in line to purchase and SL55.

[@MoosePolo]

I have a 2015 sl63 Brabus 900. Ceramics, the whole 9. The best body SL ever

[@atachiuchiha9952]

I'm upset with AMG's as they have lost that punch!

[@chrisslater3174]

Then buy a used V8 and be happy! Like me. 😁

[@atachiuchiha9952]

That's the plan bro! Had one before and wish I kept it@@chrisslater3174

[@jackmarston2515]

No they haven't. So they make 4 cylinder now for people who want them, who cares? Did they stop making the V8? No.

[@alexanderlouie4134]

£100,000 + for a 4cyl? Absolutely not.

[@jackmarston2515]

Not just any 4cyl like in your average Subaru Honda VW Audi or Toyota. And it's in one of their flagship cars. Price makes sense to me if I want a new SL that doesn't need to see the gas station every other day like my 63 does. Shoot.

[@vinaychauhan7936]

0-60 in 4.5s and 400hp for an entry level soft top cruiser is slow?? Tell me you’re a millennial without telling me you’re a millennial . .

[@peterhammer4644]

The executives at BMW are laughing at their way to the bank when they see this car. How much is the Z40M in the UK? It has a fantastic engine and is probably clearly cheaper.

[@jackmarston2515]

BMWs are for guys who can't afford a mercedes, or for guys who want that 10th of a second so bad that they'll buy an obviously shittier product. Only good thing coming out of Bavaria is the beer my friend. Trust me on that 😅

[@peterhammer4644]

@@jackmarston2515 BMW has been superior in M-car sales in compared to AMG. It's not even a contest. If you are 70-80 years old, a Merc is a great choice 😂. What AMG is doing lately, makes even me weep and I dont even like Mercedes. 4-pot hybrid C63?? The only good thing in the C63 used to be the engine and now that is gone, too. Sad.

[@Arsa31]

I am ok with AMG‘s being 4 Cylinder as long as the V8‘s are also in every important model. Mercedes already has a great naming scheme, they could make the 43‘s only 4 Cylinders, 53‘s 6 cylinders and 63‘s only v8‘s and take that system to all the models

[@peterhammer4644]

yeah but its not ok to pay 150k eur for a 4-cylinder car. Ridiculous.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@peterhammer4644it is if it's not a mercedes SL...

[@amgonegaming9515]

Absolutely gorgeous ❤ I don't care if it costs over $100 K now. In a few years there will be tons of them for around $50-$60K. I just wait till the price goes down to $20K ish. 😂❤

[@danMRB]

Looks great but the engine let's it down - might as well step up to the V8 cars 🤷

[@Xenstein]

​@@danMRB4,5 seconds 0-60 miles per is slow? One second slower you are in the supercar territory, under 3s hypercar. This is a luxury mega-roadster cruiser and we should understand that none of us will use all of those 400bhp. Loads of sport vehicles winning wrc or Paris-Dakar have 2ltr engines max 2,5

[@peterhammer4644]

@@Xenstein 4,5 sec is definitely slow in this world. Hypercar is more like 2 sec as there are so many cars going under 3 sec nowadays.

[@neilturner6749]

@@peterhammer4644that’s bllx. EVs apart, 3 secs is becoming normal for Supercars (£200k to £500k typically) which each typically sell in the dozens or hundreds in the UK. Why you mention hypercars (mid-2s 0-60) in an SL conversation I just don’t know. Most “performance cars” such as BMW M and regular Porsche models are now around the 4 second mark, and that’s only come down from 5 seconds within the last decade ie they only form a tiny minority of cars on the road. The “everyday car” market still seems happy with 0-60 acceleration in the 7 to 11 seconds bracket, so for the entry level SL model that’s meant to be for the less-enthusiastic driver it is still very quick, probably unnecessarily so. Only a small minority of people in the target market of 50-70 yr olds will have ever driven a car with a 0-60 under 6 seconds, so this’ll feel like a rocketship.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@peterhammer4644the hell it is lmao. I bet you don't have anything hitting 60 in 4.5. Most cars on the road can't do that lmao

[@philcliffe6909]

I believe the engines are made in Turkey by Zannussi.

[@ManlyHK1]

This car looks 95% same as BMW’s Z4! The only difference is the grill.

[@henryovalles1163]

I would be embarrassed to tell people that is a 4 cylinder lol

[@jackmarston2515]

Then youre obviously not the targeted client. The clients that car is targeting would probably think I'm an asshole for driving an SL63 that needs to hit the gas station 2-3 times per week.

[@Hubbellification]

These will depreciate - hard. Hopefully I can pick one up in about 5 years 😅

[@grahamtricker4103]

The elephant in the room with this car and with all the new SL's is that horrendous screen plonked on the centre console. MB used to be good at producing a good integrated dashboard. If they want a lesson in how to integrate this type of tech they should check out the Audi Q8. Audi have made a reasonable stab at integrating two screens, one above the other that looks OK if you are into this type of tech in a car. Also, incorporating so many controls in these screens is a real backward step. Plus the 5 minutes it takes every time you get into the car to go through the menu system to turn off all the nanny safety controls and the fact you have to do this every time you start the engine makes it a non starter for me. Cars made today with this tech will be so expensive to repair, and in some cases unable to be repaired in the future due to advancements in chip and computer design. I work in electronics and I am told by digital designers that I should produce a new design every 2 years as the chip companies only make a certain number of devices before the next generation is available, so original parts for these cars will become very difficult to get. Under the current MB strategy you won't be able to use spare parts from another car due to the computer codes needed for changing the most basic of parts, means these types of cars will become uneconomical to repair sometime in the future, probably the second or third owner will experience this.

[@peterhammer4644]

the i-pad glued to the dash is horrendous. Tesla started it and now other car companies are joining.

[@jackmarston2515]

The elephant in the room is you not being able to afford their new stuff and therefore wanna nitpick. Be honest. Because just a few minutes with that display let's you know mercedes did a good job with it. All the buttons you'd originally see are not on the screen and it works just as well.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@peterhammer4644I'm glad no one's listening to you then cause it's a step in the right direction. That one pad controls so many different functions of the car that you couldn't possibly have enough room for all the different buttons. But ofcourse you'd have to own one and ACTUALLY KNOW WHAT YOURE TALKING ABOUT which none of you obviously do.

[@peterhammer4644]

@@jackmarston2515 I am glad most manufacturers dont go that way. It's a direction to very unsafe driving. And most importantly it's sooo ugly.

[@grahamtricker4103]

@@jackmarston2515 In December my new 450GLE Premium Plus arrives as our family car. I will be paying cash for it, not renting it like most do. I believe the GLE is a few thousand pounds less, but still nearly a £100K car. I still have 3 more cars including my SL and an Audi R8 and all bought and paid for. I also have the budget to buy any supercar if I desire, but I am not that bothered about the current crop of cars and least of all one that looks like a Tesla inside...

[@jagoogheah9594]

I'd say you are better off with a standard 911

[@peterhammer4644]

better off? The Carrera is superior in every possible way.

[@jagoogheah9594]

@@peterhammer4644 that's true but as a merc fan I'd take the sl63 over a 911 because of the emotional part of it I'd rather have the v8 which sounds good than a better performing car of the same class

[@peterhammer4644]

@@jagoogheah9594 I understand picking a SL63 over a base 911. They have different strengths.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@peterhammer4644no way. VW porsche wil never have a nicer interior.

[@peterhammer4644]

@@jackmarston2515 Merc has destroyed their interior. Porsches is easily better. Merc went the Tesla/wrong -way with the glued i-pad. Looks horrible

[@Peters2centsWorth]

I currently have my third SL. I am struggling to see how for this money, Mercedes are going to sell many of these considering the options for £100k plus.

[@FlightX101]

Basically. Why not use some of this kind of tech for its lower range models like the base C class and E class etc? So they can properly compete with BMW's underrated 4cyl models. Top range models should only have the v6 and v8 imo

[@hEXordo]

I miss when all the amg nameplates were German sounding names

[@muratbey1977]

guys, try to be logical. If you are not living in Germany (unlimited autobahns) or if you do not take your car to a track, why considering SL63 and SL43. You willl drive your car within the speed limits, very limited time you will face with acceleration.... Don't be ridiculous, you will never feel the limit of your car. This cars top speed is 280 km, who will see this speed in UK or Spain or France or any other countriy. It's obvious that Mercedes is targeting the correct people to sell. Thats why you see more SL43 then SL63

[@dhdove]

We’ve owned three SL’s. A 2003 R230 SL350 which we had for eleven years and went all over Europe in, a 2014 R231 SL400 and I currently drive a 2017 SL500. Im sorry but despite what you say I think AMG have ruined the SL. Those rear seats are ridiculous and good for nothing but throwing your coat on. If you’re 6 foot tall you won’t even get your young children in there, our 2003 SL had a flat top to the lockers where you could put two suitcases secured by their own seat belts, (nice design touch) ideal for Continental touring. I thought the whole point of a soft top was to save weight and give more boot space, it seems here they’ve managed neither, 21kg isn’t worth anything in a car this weight, so lose, lose. RIP the fabulous vario roof. As for the massive screen, I realise this panders to the screen obsessed generation who can’t walk down a pavement without staring into one but it does nothing for ergonomics or safety. I’ll take buttons every time, thank you. My recently purchased 4.7 V8 twin turbo from a main dealer has covered just 12,500 miles from new with full dealer history, it cost way less than half the price of this car, I don’t think I’ll be trading it in for an AMG “SL” anytime soon.

[@rdjenkins]

As a lover and owner (SLS and S63 Cab) of pre-2020 AMGs, it’s incredibly sad to see such a tragically awful, ridiculously overpriced piece of crap. What are AMG doing? As I’ve said before, buy ANY 63 pre 2020, save a shedload of money, bring a smile back to your face and be happy that you’re not adding to your carbon footprint. Dear oh dear oh dear.

[@jackmarston2515]

Sound like a hater that can't afford to upgrade. Get money

[@OldSkoolUncleChris]

24:34 spot on this is more of a luxury car with this engine which is why not having a six cylinder is a mistake

[@jackmarston2515]

This cars about saving gas.

[@faafo2]

This is like going to McDonald's and having to hear the entire history of the company and a comprehensive rundown of the current menu and its changes over the year - when all you want is just to eat a burger ....

[@mc2w]

the weight is the real issue. 300kg less would change everything, dynamically.

[@bartomiejmiara8975]

There are potential customers for this car, like me. For me, the most important thing is the appearance, driving comfort and interior quality. And performance and acceleration are less important. Moreover, there are countries, e.g. Poland, where cars with an engine capacity larger than 2.0 liters are subject to an additional high tax. This gives an additional great incentive to choose this particular model.

[@bikemike1118]

For me - a happy and proud R129 owner - this new SL … is not an SL any more in the sense of his famous and iconic ancestors !

[@1q2w3e4r5t6zism]

I see it exactly the same way. The SL was always a dynamic car on the outside, but at its core it offered S-Class level. At its core, this car needs a smooth-running 8-cylinder engine without any banging effects (Sl 580). What strikes me is that the car lacks presence on the road - it looks like an SLK and has lost a lot of its visual and tactile value compared to its predecessor. This also applies to the new E-Class. The cars look cheaper than their predecessors.

[@jetfighter200]

8:48 that big gap right above the headlight..holy f..

[@mercboy111]

To quote a friend, they should do one step better. Come up with a turbo/supercharged/hybrid 3 cylinder engine 😊

[@snosh17]

Can’t justify that price for a 4 pot. Tarnishing what should be a halo model

[@jackmarston2515]

How is it tarnishing? What folks shouldn't be able to buy a gas efficient SL? Now the SL all suck? Even the 63 with it being even faster than the SL65 or even amg GTR? What a dumb comment sir.

[@snosh17]

@@jackmarston2515 calm down. If it was not an AMG only model and called an SL350 or whatever it wouldn’t bother me. It’s just an opinion on a car review. More serious things going on in the world right now. Peace✌️

[@thehoov6672]

It's a 4 cyl turbo car. I mean, how much can you expect from its performance and noise? I think what skews the bias is the fact it's and AMG and has an AMG price tag. But a sub 5sec 4cyl 0-100 is still fantastic.

[@kelvin_thecarguy]

I hate this AMG 4 cylinder, it's giving us the worst generation of cars, and it breaks my heart as an AMG fanboy. We're now looking at other OEMs for excitement, which will be reflected in their sales. I hope their strategy really flops big time because it matters what the customers think and want.

[@3v3rhard]

The engine is really impressive, and great for all the A class variants. Other then that NOPE. But they will feel it in the sales .. hopefully.

[@jackmarston2515]

You act like they've ditched the V8s. They haven't. Now let me ask you, what's the problem with them making 4 cyl engines too? Should the person who'd prefer a gas efficient SL fux off because you don't like it? What is the issue here because the V8s still exist. And if they ever so stop existing thank a damn eco warrior.

[@kelvin_thecarguy]

@@jackmarston2515 how much do you have to spend now to get a AMG V8 ? I have no problem with the 4 cylinder in the 35/45 models but putting it in a 63 model car is sacrilege. The new SL is built from the ground up by AMG, you don't buy an AMG and expect fuel efficiency. To be more precise the issue here is excluding the V8 in staple AMG cars like the C63/E63.

[@yohanjananto548]

Its aimed squarely at base boxster / cayman, whilst the V8 / GT series aims at 911. Not to mention 2 liter engine class will enjoy better vehicle tax brackets in some asian countries

[@227conejo]

The base 718 Porsche is $70k. This ridiculous car starts at $112k - basically the same as base Porsche 911 which is $114k. This is competing with the 911 (and losing). The higher level SLs are competing with the higher level 911s (and also losing in my view).

[@brianrasmussen2956]

I still think it's weird calling it an AMG, as well as the EV "AMG" Why not rebrand it completely? In my mind AMG is deeply connected to the hand built V8s

[@superchargedturbo]

Interior is lazy design, not timeless like a SL deserves

[@jackmarston2515]

What bullshit. 😂😂😂

[@superchargedturbo]

@@jackmarston2515 let’s see in 10 years

[@middleearthtroll6183]

This is a perfect car for one of Mercedes's main market - young wealthy Chinese women

[@jackmarston2515]

Sexist AND racist. I ought to report you 😅

[@2Bunphettered788]

Fast enough for me. 💛👍🏾

[@HateAndFlame]

The loss of that V6 is criminal.

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

That price is utterly comical

[@jackmarston2515]

Yeah for your average 4cyl. Of which this is not. It's not Subaru Honda VW audi or low end mercedes. Other than in the city this car literally drives itself massages your back, while that center console has so many different functions i wont bother listing them all. You pay for way more than just a 4cyl. KZbin full of Muppets I swear 😅

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

@@jackmarston2515 sorry, still insanely overpriced. I’m sure all of those features are available elsewhere for half the price

[@TundeEszlari]

Magical video.

[@TIfosiZ]

Having such a nice inline six so shame not to offer.

[@jackmarston2515]

Why? If I don't care about speed and more about gas mileage, why is the I6 better than the I4? If I care about speed I'll get the 55 or 63.

[@zali9657]

Ever since Brabus put the 4.5 stroker M177 on the GT63 and G wagon. I really wished Brabus offered that Engine as a crate engine for us to swap into other AMG cars.

[@bazookajoe-theguybehindthe4205]

I have the 43 for four days and I loved it, but despite ordering one, I kept thinking about the 55 and so I swopped the order to a 55

[@fixxfixx]

AMG and 4 cyl in the same sentence...... 🤣 Did they hire a vegan at AMG?? 🤣

[@jackmarston2515]

This is nothing new. Besides that, what's wrong with having a none gas guzzler AMG? It's not like they've stopped making the V8s. So what's the issue?

[@jamiegoddard1899]

Dreadful. They might as well have put a diesel in it🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jackmarston2515]

Might aswell since this is more about saving gas than anything else.

[@Raziel_91]

Wait, 381 hp is what my old facelift A45 had, and that did 0-60 in 4.1 sec? :p And 1800 kg is what my C63s and C43 (both 2017 - Pre OPF) wagons weigh and even the C43 is faster then that thing.. And sounds better..

[@jackmarston2515]

The SL are now made by AMG. That's why this car has the badge. That said, it's not your average AMG, as it's more focused on gas mileage than being fast. It's for those who want top end model like the SL but not see the gas station every 3rd day.

[@Raziel_91]

@@jackmarston2515 dude, 30 mpg is what my current C43 from 2017 is quoted at, and it weigh the same, has less power from factory (367 hp) and still does 0-60 in 4.6 .. So basically my C43 would beat this thing … i’m never gonna accept that 2l engine and i’ll never buy a car with it.. :p I had the A45 AMG (facelift) - car was awesome, and fast low down, off the line etc, but as soon as you get above about 75, you start noticing how it’s still yelling like a brute, put the acceleration just gets slower and slower.. :p

[@erezyoal]

Il Get the Z4 beter looking and much beter priced.

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

That just sounds so bad. No SL should be making crude 4cyl groans, it's painful to hear that tiny 2 liter wailing in pain struggling to find torque. $120k for this- forget about it.

[@jackmarston2515]

One you can't even truly judge the sound because no speaker has done any car justice. Two, this car is made to excel at gas mileage. Not the 1/4 mile.

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

@@jackmarston2515 You don't by a freaking $120,000 AMG for gas mileage -that's your first mistake. Test driven this car. It's pathetic. Embarrassing for an SL65 owner -when I bought mine it was running with Ferrari's California. Now it runs with Ford's Mustang EcoBoost convertible.

[@joellarrysr9977]

Every buyer isn't looking for the sound, so those folks get a sexy car at a cheaper price point. 4 banger Porsche Cayman for example.

[@NewtonInDaHouseYo]

Yes, but this car competes with a 6-pot 911 price-wise. Which one would you chose?

[@peterhammer4644]

A Cayman is clearly cheaper and probably a better car in every possible way.

[@jackmarston2515]

Or maybe they'd prefer something better than a over glorified VW? Besides porsches interiors never look that good anyways.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@peterhammer4644cheaper yes. And worse in every way possible as at VW would naturally be. I'm sorry porsche is nothing more than VW crap.

[@NewtonInDaHouseYo]

Unfortunately a significant portion of buyers nowadays don’t care about the engine option: e.g. 50% of Jaguar F-Type buyers chose the 4 pot. It’s tragic, really.

[@DaleSteel]

AMG have become a joke. I reckon the CEO of mercedes should stand down

[@jackmarston2515]

Why because they also make 4cyl engines? Jokes down win F1 championships

[@visarmamuti586]

6:18 Albanian man

[@poorfordtransitowner1627]

Great review. Love the burger comment

[@AntoniusTyas]

Just checked Merc UK website. The heck there is no SL63 listed for configurator. Instead there were only 43s and 55s. I mean the 55 is fine, but 43...?

[@paulhendricks7386]

Merc is so unimaginative nowadays. The base car should be Sl55 and the upmarket car should be a fun SLR300 with a M256 engine exceeding 600 HP, active aero 2WD and interior de-contenting to reduce weight by an additional 150KG , plaid cloth seat inserts, optional passenger side analogue rally gauges which can be hidden ala bentley. All for 250K

[@jackmarston2515]

Go apply. I'm sure they'd love you there

[@paulhendricks7386]

@@jackmarston2515 I first have to build a few Porsche 912 restomods with modern 718 innards.

[@coreyegan6751]

Sounds just like my Hoover, 👏👏👏 great work AMG

[@martinhopkins7179]

I think the SL 43 is a great vehicle.

[@jackmarston2515]

Sure. It's an SL that can go a week without seeing the gas station. Nothing wrong with that.

[@NewtonInDaHouseYo]

Wasn’t the Audi SQ8 the first series production vehicle with an electric turbo? About 5 years ago. Or is that a different technology in the „AMG“ 4-pot ?

[@user-kb8gh5jv9t]

It’s not a bad little car from the looks and test drive of it BUT the price for a 4-Cylinder car is what kills the deal instantly! If you are looking at 4-Cylinder sports type convertibles/Coupes there is quite a bit to choose from especially in the $60-80k range with some being better options imo

[@jackmarston2515]

Yeah but do they do it as well as the mercedes will? In my experience no.

[@BigindaGame]

V12, V8, V6, whatever! All waisted in London, driving around at 20mph with cyclists going past you faster 😂

[@jackmarston2515]

Exactly the point of this car. It can survive a week away from the gas station. That alone makes it the fastest SL in the lineup 😂

[@nickloftus4188]

0-60 in 4.5s is slow? God I'm old!

[@jackmarston2515]

It's not. Most cars can't achive that. People like to run their mouth on youtube but then they're own car can barely get to 60 mph period. 😅 As for the host of this channel, he doesn't realize that this car, despite its AMG lettering, is more about gas mileage than speed.

[@erissitone]

We're just not there. Having even thought about producing a four-cylinder SL is proof that Mercedes is drifting apart.

[@jackmarston2515]

No its not. Thank the eco warriors you muppet.

[@nursolaststs]

God please just buy a LC500

[@hunkydrewy]

Why did the muscle car trade its mighty V8 for a humble 4-cylinder? Because it wanted to show that it could still "shift" gears in life, even if it meant going from a thunderous roar to a cute little "purrr"formance! 😅

[@jackmarston2515]

They didn't switch. They just now make 4cyl too.

[@Midg-td3ty]

There is still a V8 model. Actually two V8s. The SL55 and SL63 both have a V8. This is just garbage. Nobody orders these as the price difference to a V8 is miniscule.

[@grahamtricker4103]

MB clearly wanted to change the type of buyer/owner who originally bought an SL, from an older generation to a younger one. If that was their aim then they have probably succeeded as they will have alienated most of their original SL customer base. An SL for many decades has been about a quality car that looks good with a GT driving feel and chosen by the older generation, not a hard core sports car with a firm ride. I have not seen one SL43 and I live around the stock broker belt. Having said that, I have not seen many new SL55s or 63s either. Maybe that says it all...

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

The younger generation must be metrosexual soyboys because this is the opposite of the Twin Turbo AMG V12 SL65 Black Series.

[@BomberFletch31]

Maybe I'm just old, but personally, I think Mercedes lost their plot long ago, and AMG became far too loud, too brutish in my opinion. The original SLs were in-line sixes, V8s didn't come along until the R107, and we didn't get post-merger AMG SLs until late in the R129's life cycle. I really wish there wasn't this overemphasis on performance models. Bring back the proper GT cars - no, not the GT63 AMG. I mean cars like the R107 560 SL, R129 SL 500 and SL 600, the C126 560 SEC, C140 600 SEC, C215 CL 600, C216 CL 600 and C217 S 600.

[@grahamtricker4103]

@@BomberFletch31 100% agree 👍

[@Mikey888888888]

Still don't really like the design of this SL... and a 4 cylinder is a big NO NO NO in such a car!

[@jackmarston2515]

Why does an SL need to he a gas guzzler? Why can't it prioritize gas mileage 1st? So what if it has a 4cyl? Got alot more than just that feature wise.

[@jackmarston2515]

Must hate the design of the GTS and SLS too then. Cause this car looks better than both.

[@Mikey888888888]

@@jackmarston2515 i think you are right, great to have choice, and it is still a great luxury convertible of course

[@strykz63]

Normally Razz is all smiles... this review says it all... Im an AMG enthusiasts and I'll pass on this 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@jackmarston2515]

This is not meant to be the V8 experience people know AMG for. Nothing about this car should be surprising. They opted for gas mileage over anything else. Only reason this 43 gets the AMG badge is because AMG fully produces the SL now as they do the GTs. So technically there is no more none AMG SL. And that's the purpose of this car. I'd call it an AMG imposter if it didn't have its engine hand-built by one of the umpa lumpa working there.

[@nunosousa4689]

if you're gonna spend over 100k on a sports cabriolet, you might as well go for the 55 or 63.. this car would have a place in the market for some 70-80k as a cruiser. At 100k it's better to just axe it.

[@DanielSadjadian]

If you have the money to buy this, then surely you can save up a bit more and at least buy the 55 with the AMG V8. That 4 cylinder sounds really dull.

[@jackmarston2515]

Why? What if the person wants a gas efficient version of this car? I swear folks on KZbin are dumb.

[@DanielSadjadian]

@@jackmarston2515 to be fair, modern day AMG V8s are pretty efficient by V8 standards. If 4 cylinder is what you want, then buy it. But the problem remains that it’s so expensive for what it is. Over 100k for 4 cylinders is arguably too much, especially when you could buy a base 911 for similar money (or perhaps a higher spec 718).

[@DanielSadjadian]

@@jackmarston2515 they could’ve made a lower powered 5/6 cylinder engine which would’ve had better efficiency and still had plenty of character too. But they chose a rather dull sounding 4 cylinder, still I guess it’s better than going fully EV.

[@jacquesduplessis6175]

I'm starting to really like the car. I'm also willing to an extra 100k for the upgrade to change the centre screen to some proper buttons.

[@boostedtrav]

No way you can convince me to spend that type of money on a sports car with a 4-cylinder

[@AndyHongFJ]

Wtf is this??? 4.5 second? LOLLL

[@Andrea-IS6IS]

The price is GREAT!

[@soILLitsADVISED]

From the start of the vid with the specs alone, the SL43 sounds like a German Miata

[@jackmarston2515]

Your priorities are off on this one. Its designed to be a daily car that gets good gas mileage. Its not supposed to be like the 55 and 63.

[@drzej3k794]

Who spends £100k on a car and worries about gas mileage 😅

[@ogog6934]

Nope - it is not a Turkish name

[@ludendorf1899]

Why does this 43 sound like a 1.9 passat lmao?

[@whereisthedollar]

Because it is.

[@jackmarston2515]

Because you have garbage speakers.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@whereisthedollaryou have is and isn't confused. Typical for KZbin car culture 🙄

[@rip4273]

AMG has lost its way, shame

[@jackmarston2515]

Why cause they also make 4 cyl? If amg lost its way, last thing mercedes would do is give them full production capability of 1 of their 2 flagship models.

[@julianadams2206]

I’m confident that my A35 AMG has a better engine note than this car. Such a shame that they couldn’t have removed the turbos from the 4Ltr V8 and made a an SL 43 using the old school method.

[@jackmarston2515]

Maybe wait until you actually hear the car to make that judgment. I doubt mercedes would let an entry level A35 class sound better than the SL43 which is one of their high end models.

[@lingojam5346]

Idk whats going on with Mercs now look wise it’s there but whats an AMG without the proper v8 experience?

[@Dropz_RSA]

I know nobody cares, but removing the patty doesn’t make it healthier.

[@golddust6767]

The Mercedes engine line up vs the number on rear - a SL43 has a 2.0, an A45 has a 2.0 but an E450 has a 3.0??

[@garys7828]

My 19 year old Mondeo has four cylinders too😂

[@markbiggart1265]

I’m no fan of this car but at 4.53 seconds to 60 you cannot describe it as slow

[@andreasu.3546]

Late roman decadence.

[@Sloth-01]

love the channel. please sort your mics out tho. soooo quiet.

[@MrGubovas]

Im waiting for AMG GT moped.