2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review
Fuel Economy
14 - 17 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
The current-generation SL strikes us as dated and pricey when cars such as the gorgeous Jaguar XK8 convertible and entertaining Porsche 911 Cabriolet are less expensive.
Pros
People will know you're rich.
Cons
People will think you're arrogant, people will think you're egotistical, people will think you're elitist, the car costs too damn much.
What's New for 2000
Designo editions debut in Slate Blue and Black Diamond with special color-coordinated interior trim. Non-designo versions can be painted in Desert Silver. TeleAid is standard, as is a StarTAC digital phone with voice-recognition technology on the SL600. Free maintenance now covers you during the warranty period.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Amazing Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2 Dr SL500 STD Convertible
Review
I love my Mercedes, the fact that you can go from hard top to soft top in a few easy minutes. There is room for a couple of bags in the back "seat", unlike other sports cars where you don't even have room for a purse. The ride is like sitting home in your livingroom. The gas mileage on mine is 30-32 mpg on a trip. It's an all around beautiful car. I am not an engineer, but I see no improving on perfection here. I have driven them all, I wanted to before I made an educated purchase and this was the only one standing at the end of the tests, all things considered, gas mileage, comfort, style, class.
Favorite Features
The back "seat" area. All the others, Audi TT, BMW Z3 or Z4,Porsche, etc, no room for anything else. This car leaves nothing to want. Still more room in the amazing trunk, I can take everything I need for a week or more.
Suggested Improvements
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Amazing
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2 Dr SL600 STD Convertible
Review
Amazing car all around...perfect mix of performance, comfort, convenience and luxury. Drives like no other car, with endless smooth V12 power on tap right under your right foot. Truly an amazing thoroughbred.
Favorite Features
Mostly that wonderful V12...but also the hardtop/convertible idea
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage is truly miserable...getting about 10 MPG so far. Also, limited interior storage.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Someday is Now!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2 Dr SL500 STD Convertible
Review
I have admired the Mercedes Roadster since it was a 190SL. Finally decided this was the time. I am not a sportscar person. This car is a luxury car that happens to look sporty. Perfect! Plenty of power to spare and love the handling on corners. Mercedes service has been great!
Favorite Features
The powerful engine. Also the power top.
Suggested Improvements
A more resliant back window.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
LUXURY 2-SEATER: Convertible limousine
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2 Dr SL500 STD Convertible
Review
German solid engineering at its best. This model superseeded in 1990 the classic 106, which only lacked the power top. My car is 'Sport' version, It seems bulky, in spite of its modest dimensions. It is more of a luxury convertible 2 seater limousine then a nimble sports car. Seats are better then most American cars. Everything works with monotonous regularity - it is not an exciting car to drive, but to be seen in!
Favorite Features
Impressive looks and reliability- an old pair of good shoes.
Suggested Improvements
Plastic rear window a disaster ! The model has been replaced by an overpriced, a little more lithe, inconspiquous looking technologically complex model.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
"The ONE"
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2 Dr SL600 STD Convertible
Review
This is the car! this in my mind was the best car ever made by mercedez! its sporty, its luxury and well its gorgeous! the car drives great! the suspention is perfectly regulated for higway driving and city traffic!
Favorite Features
Balance between a sport and luxury! drives unbelievably!!!! and i mean it!
Suggested Improvements
wings!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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