Both the Vantage and the AMG SL have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors and available rearview cameras.
Compare the2022 Aston Martin VantageVS 2022 Mercedes AMG SL


Safety
Warranty
The Vantage comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The AMG SL’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.
The Vantage’s corrosion warranty is 5 years longer than the AMG SL’s (10 vs. 5 years).
Engine
The Vantage’s standard 4.0 turbo V8 produces 34 more horsepower (503 vs. 469) than the AMG SL 55’s standard 4.0 turbo V8.
Fuel Economy and Range
On the EPA test cycle the Vantage gets better mileage than the AMG SL:
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MPG |
Vantage |
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RWD |
4.0 turbo V8 |
18 city/24 hwy |
AMG SL |
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AWD |
63 4.0 turbo V8 |
14 city/21 hwy |
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55 4.0 turbo V8 |
14 city/21 hwy |
Brakes and Stopping
For better stopping power the Vantage’s brake rotors are larger than those on the AMG SL:
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Vantage |
Vantage |
AMG SL |
AMG SL CCB |
Front Rotors |
15.7 inches |
16.1 inches |
15.4 inches |
15.8 inches |
Tires and Wheels
The Vantage has a standard space-saver spare tire so you can replace a flat tire and drive to have the flat repaired or replaced. A spare tire isn’t available on the AMG SL; it requires you to depend on roadside assistance and your vehicle will have to be towed.
Suspension and Handling
The Vantage has a standard automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The AMG SL doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.
For better maneuverability, the Vantage’s turning circle is 2 feet tighter than the AMG SL’s (38.7 feet vs. 40.7 feet).
Chassis
The Vantage is 9.4 inches shorter than the AMG SL, making the Vantage easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.
Ergonomics
In poor weather, headlights can lose their effectiveness as grime builds up on their lenses. This can reduce visibility without the driver realizing. The Vantage has standard headlight washers to keep headlight output high. The AMG SL doesn’t offer headlight washers.
Model Availability
The Aston Martin Vantage comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Mercedes AMG SL isn’t available as a coupe.