BMW Z4 sDrive30i vs Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

BMW Z4 sDrive30i

Convertible · Gasoline · RWD

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

Convertible · Gasoline

Car A

BMW Z4 sDrive30i

The BMW Z4 sDrive30i is a two-seat RWD roadster that blends brisk acceleration with efficient running and good value in its segment. Best for city driving and weekend escapes rather than cargo-heavy duty.

2 seatsConvertibleGasoline5-star safety6.8 L/100km

Car B

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

A performance-focused two-seater that blends premium comfort with serious speed. Very quick acceleration and a 300 km/h top speed suit road trips and spirited drives, but space and efficiency are limited.

2 seatsConvertibleGasoline5-star safety476 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssecondary usage match

Usage fit

Family 34 / 22

City 41 / 12

Budget / value 58 / 11

Road trip 38 / 50

Performance 44 / 45

Cargo 7 / 3

Practical 27 / 6

Premium 51 / 84

Winter 34 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW Z4 sDrive30i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW Z4 sDrive30i Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

BMW Z4 sDrive30i

Strong reliability and safety rankings
Brisk 0-100 km/h in 5.4 s from 258 hp and 400 Nm
Efficient for its class at 6.8 L/100 km for daily use
Good value in its segment at a 49,500 price point
Only two seats and a 281-liter trunk limit practicality
RWD layout may not suit buyers seeking all-weather traction
Less suited to long road trips due to cargo space and seating capacity
Pricing is still premium compared with mainstream alternatives

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

Rapid 0–100 km/h in 3.2 s
300 km/h top speed for serious performance
V8 biturbo punch (476 hp, 700 Nm) for effortless passing
Strong safety ranking in its class
Two seats only; not family-friendly
Small trunk (200 L) limits luggage
11.2 L/100 km combined consumption isn’t efficient
Premium price (~140,000) if performance isn’t your main priority

Verdict

Pick BMW Z4 sDrive30i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW Z4 sDrive30i uses 6.8 L/100km vs 11.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG SL if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL puts out 476 hp vs 258 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW Z4 sDrive30i

Mercedes-Benz AMG SL

Verdict

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