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2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class AMG SL 55

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2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class – front Unverified
Photo: 2023 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Touring+ 4Matic - 3982cc 4.0 (475PS) Petrol - Opalite White - 02-2024, Front by Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the R232 (R232, 2022–present); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2023 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Touring+ 4Matic - 3982cc 4.0 (475PS) Petrol - Opalite White - 02-2024, Front by Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ (R 232) – f 12102025 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ (R 232) – f1 12102025 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2023 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Touring+ 4Matic - 3982cc 4.0 (475PS) Petrol - Opalite White - 02-2024, Rear by Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL 55 rear white by MrWalkr, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class AMG SL 55 is a 469-hp turbocharged V8 with an amg speedshift mct 9g and all-wheel drive. It starts at $137,400 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 469 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 516 lb-ft of torque at 2250–4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The SL-Class measures 185.2 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$137,400
MSRP with Destination$138,450
Destination Charge$1,050
Engine
Engine TypeHandcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo ("One Man, One Engine")
Horsepower469 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque516 lb-ft @ 2250–4500 rpm
Injection TypeTwin-turbocharged direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAMG Performance 4MATIC+ Fully Variable All-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionAMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G (9-speed multi-clutch) with RACE START
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionAMG RIDE CONTROL steel spring suspension with lightweight coil springs
Rear SuspensionAMG RIDE CONTROL steel spring suspension with Rear-Axle Steering (up to 2.5°)
Dimensions & Weight
Length185.2 in
Width75.4 in
Height53.5 in
Wheelbase106.3 in

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class C 4WD).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-CLASS.

9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-CLASS

Owner Complaints

9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-CLASS (1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System4
Engine4
Unknown Or Other2
Back Over Prevention1
Fuel System1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 17, 2026 · Unknown Or Other Fire
“At the end of a drive on XXX as i was pulling into the parking spot i smelled smoke in cabin. After parking and exiting the car i noticed smoke from left rear quarter panel above the wheel roughly. i…”
Oct 8, 2025 · Engine 1 injury
“The contact leased a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. After…”
Sep 10, 2025 · Electrical System, Engine
“The electrical systems drains the two batteries after the car sits idle for a few hours. If it can be started, many of the safety features are inoperable until the car is driven for 30 or 40 minutes…”
Mar 4, 2025 · Electrical System, Lane Departure, Back Over Prevention
“MBUX system would not turn on. Warnings of Blind Spot in operatable, Parktronic not operatable. Was not able to access any features through MBUX. Climate Control, Operation of Covertable Top, Maps…”
Aug 19, 2024 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the vehicle failed to detect the presence of the key, after which the vehicle failed to start. No…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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