BMW i8 Roadster
BMW i8 Roadster
Plug In Hybrid
AED 890,000
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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
400
AED 470,000
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BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of BMW i8 Roadster and Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. BMW i8 Roadster is priced between AED 890,000 while Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is priced between AED 470,000. Talking about the technical specifications, BMW i8 Roadster Plug In Hybrid houses 1499 engine whereas Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 400 engine displacement is 2996.

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Overview: i8 Roadster vs SL-Class

Key Features

Seating Capacity 2 seats 2 seats
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 1499 cc 2996 cc
Power 374 367

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
4 reviews
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5 reviews
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  • A fabulous new entrant to my garage

    I’m a car aficionado with a garage of all the iconic brands carefully and passionately obtained over the last twenty years. And, the addition of...

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    Fawaz Aug 14, 2024 for BMW i8 Roadster
  • An excellent two-seat grand touring sports car

    My wife and I purchased the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class last year, and our experience with it has been very delightful. It is very luxurious and...

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    Suhail Jul 15, 2024 for Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

From The Experts

Things we like

Sporty design

Luxurious cabin

Powerful engine

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Things we don't like

Lacks a rear spoiler

Not very practical

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders 3 6
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Compression Ratio 9.5:1 --
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
Engine 1.5L Hybrid Engine, 3 cylinder 12 Valve cc 3.0 L cc
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
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Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type AWD RWD

Performance

Engine Displacement 1499 cc 2996 cc
Power 374 367
Torque 570 Nm 500 Nm
Top Speed 250 kmph 250 kmph
Secondary Engine Type Hybrid --
Secondary Engine Max Power 141 hp --
Acceleration 4.7 s 4.9 s
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage City -- 10.5 kmpl
Mileage Highway -- 6 kmpl
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 154 L L 485 L L
Seating Capacity 2 seats 2 seats
Length 4689 mm mm 4617 mm mm
Width 1942 mm mm 2099 mm mm
Height 1293 mm mm 1315 mm mm
Wheel Base 2800 mm mm 2585 mm mm
Front Tread 1644 mm 1600 mm
Rear Tread 1715 mm 1604 mm
No Of Doors 2 2
Kerb Weight 1595 kg kg 1775 kg kg
Gross Weight 1900 kg kg 2115 kg kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 65 L
Front Headroom -- 958 mm mm
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Suspension & Brakes

Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension -- MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension -- Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type -- Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 195/50 R20 --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R17

Steering

Steering Type Power Power
Steering Column Tilt Adjustable
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Turning Radius -- 5.5 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear Yes No
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Hill Assist Hill Assist
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Security

Smart Access Card Entry Yes No
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear No No
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents No No
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes --
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp No No
Rear Seat Headrest No No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No No
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes No
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Heated Seats - Front -- Yes
Heated Seats - Rear -- No
Remote Trunk Opener -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
CD Player Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes Yes
Voice Control Yes Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes No
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Removable Convertible Top Yes Yes
Roof Carrier No No
Sun Roof No --
Side Stepper No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No No
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Moon Roof -- No
Chrome Grille -- Yes
Chrome Garnish -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener -- Yes
Additional Features -- LED Daytime Running Lights LED Daytime Running Lights
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Outside Temperature Display Yes --
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery -- No
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BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

i8 Roadster is priced at AED 890,000 and SL-Class is priced at AED 470,000. Hence SL-Class is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

The BMW i8 Roadster has power of 374 with 570 Nm torque and Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has power of 367 with 500 Nm torque. Thus making i8 Roadster the more powerful as compared to SL-Class.

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Which Car has more safety features between BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

i8 Roadster safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag-Rear, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Door Ajar Warning and Traction Control

SL-Class safety features: Passenger Airbag, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Door Ajar Warning and Traction Control

The BMW i8 Roadster has higher number of sefety features than SL-Class, hence BMW i8 Roadster is more safer than Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.

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Which Car has more comfort features between i8 Roadster vs SL-Class?

i8 Roadster comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

SL-Class comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Remote Trunk Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

The BMW i8 Roadster has higher number of comfort features than SL-Class, hence BMW i8 Roadster is more comfortable than Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.

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Which Car had higher top speed between BMW i8 Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

The BMW i8 Roadster has top speed of 250 kmph and Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has power of 250 kmph . The BMW i8 Roadster and Mercedes-Benz SL-Class both have same Top Speed.

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Which is bigger i8 Roadster or SL-Class?

The i8 Roadster dimensions are 4689 mm mm length, 1942 mm mm width, 1293 mm mm height while the SL-Class dimensions are 4617 mm mm length, 2099 mm mm width, 1315 mm mm height. Hence the SL-Class is more longer more wider and more higher.

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