2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2019 is that the SL 65 AMG was dropped, leaving the SL 63 AMG as the remaining AMG SL. The returning SL 63 received no significant upgrades.
About the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL
6th generation (R231; 2013-2020), third model year after the 2017 mid-cycle update and final U.S. year for the AMG SL 63
The 2019 AMG SL is a two-seat luxury roadster built for fast, comfortable long-distance driving rather than track-only sharpness. Mercedes-AMG combines a handcrafted V8, rear-wheel drive and active suspension with a power-folding hardtop, supportive luxury seating and everyday cabin comfort. Its defining advantage is the ability to feel like a secure coupe with the roof raised and an open-air grand tourer with the roof lowered.
The 2019 SL 63 AMG is a high-performance luxury grand tourer built for fast road driving, long trips and open-air cruising. Its key features include a handcrafted 577-hp 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8, active performance suspension and a power-folding hardtop with panoramic glass. Heated and ventilated Nappa leather seats add massage and neck-level heating.
What changed, by category
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 5.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 577 hp |
| Torque | 664 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.5 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL?
The main change for 2019 is the departure of the SL 65 AMG. The returning SL 63 AMG received no significant upgrades to its engine, transmission, styling, safety systems, technology, suspension or body structure.
Was 2019 the final year for the AMG SL 63?
Yes. The 2019 model year was the AMG SL 63's final U.S. year within the R231 generation.
Did the 2019 AMG SL 63 get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2019 AMG SL 63 retained its handcrafted 577-hp 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 and AMG seven-speed automatic transmission.
Did the 2019 AMG SL 63 receive new styling or technology?
No. Its exterior design, lighting, central display, navigation system and smartphone-integration hardware carried over without significant changes.
How does the 2019 AMG SL compare with the 2018 model?
The returning SL 63 AMG is largely unchanged from 2018, so 2019 is not a major upgrade year for that trim. The key lineup difference is that the SL 65 AMG was no longer offered for 2019.
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