Mercedes-Benz didn't use the CL-Class name until 1998, but the CL550 belongs to a grand tradition of two-door S-Class models previously known as the SEC and S coupe.
Currently in its third generation of production, the CL550 might be the junior member of the CL lineup, but its performance will satisfy most. With the help of a twin-turbocharged 4.6-liter V8, the big coupe will race from 0 to 60 mph in under five seconds. Add in a luxurious interior that features plenty of space for rear passengers, and it's easy to see how the CL550 is much more than a base model.
