Compare Mercedes-Benz SL R230 vs Volkswagen Eos vs Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet

Mercedes-Benz SL R230

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Variants
SL 55 AMG
SL 65 AMG
SL 350 MT
SL 350
SL 500
SL 600
1.4 TSI 122
1.4 TSI 122 Euro5
1.4 TSI 160
1.4 TSI 160 Euro5
1.6 FSI
2.0 FSI
2.0 TDI 140
2.0 TDI 140 DSG
2.0 TDI 140 Euro5
2.0 TSI 200
2.0 TSI 200 DSG
2.0 TSI 210
2.0 TSI 210 DSG
3.2 VR6 DSG
3.6 VR6 DSG
1.4
1.6 102
1.8 Turbo
1.9 TDI 101
1.9 TDI 105
2.0 AT
2.0

Reviews

Neofiliac score96%55%21%
Pros
  • Superb V8 and V12 engine lineup
  • Elegant yet athletic styling
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • As good as a VW convertible can get
  • Interesting VR6 engine
  • Not too complex
  • So ugly it can be unforgettable
Cons
  • Bad electronics inside
  • ABC suspension problems
  • Unbefitting V6 offered
  • Poor DSG reliability
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
  • Low reliability overall
  • Slow and sluggish
  • No powerful engine options
  • High 0.37 drag coefficient
  • No independent rear suspensions
  • Low cargo capacity

Price

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