Audi TT RS Roadster
Convertible · Gasoline · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz SL 400
Convertible · Gasoline
Audi TT RS Roadster
Car A
Audi TT RS Roadster
The Audi TT RS Roadster delivers very quick performance from its 400 hp 2.5L turbo five and secure AWD in a compact two-seater. It’s thrilling and capable for premium road trips, but limited practicality and cargo space keep it from everyday duties.
2 seatsConvertibleGasoline5-star safety400 hpAWD
Mercedes-Benz SL 400
Car B
Mercedes-Benz SL 400
The Mercedes-Benz SL 400 focuses on premium, two-seat touring with strong performance from a 333 hp V6 and swift 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s. It favors power and road-trip usability over family practicality.
2 seatsConvertibleGasoline5-star safety7.3 L/100km
Why compared alternative pickcross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 24 / 27
City 35 / 21
Budget / value 31 / 22
Road trip 44 / 52
Performance 44 / 39
Cargo 7 / 12
Practical 11 / 15
Premium 58 / 68
Winter 66 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi TT RS Roadster · Orange = Mercedes-Benz SL 400

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi TT RS Roadster Mercedes-Benz SL 400
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Pros & cons

Audi TT RS Roadster

  • Explosive pace: 0-100 km/h in 3.5 s with 400 hp
  • AWD traction adds confidence for year-round and winter use
  • Two-seat roadster with a usable 280 L trunk for weekend trips
  • Ranks strongly for safety in its class

Mercedes-Benz SL 400

  • Strong performance from a 333 hp V6 with 5.2 s 0–100 km/h
  • Suited to premium and road-trip use, with a 355 L trunk for weekend bags
  • Efficient for its class with 7.3 combined consumption
  • Strong safety ranking within its set

Verdict

Pick Audi TT RS Roadster if…
Lower entry price
Audi TT RS Roadster starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz SL 400 if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz SL 400 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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