The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet combines open-air grand touring with the refinement, luxury and V8 performance that defined Mercedes-Benz’s flagship E-Class convertible. Powered by a 5.5-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 and paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission with Touch Shift and driver-adaptive shifting, the E550 delivers smooth, effortless power through its rear-wheel-drive platform. Mercedes-Benz engineered the E550 Cabriolet to be equally comfortable on a relaxed cruise or a winding back road. Its Dynamic Handling Suspension with Agility Control damping provides a sophisticated balance of ride comfort and responsive handling, while staggered 18-inch five-spoke aluminum wheels give the car a purposeful, sporting stance. Dual exhaust outlets with chrome tips provide a fitting finishing touch for the V8-powered drivetrain. At the push of a button, the power-retractable soft top transforms the E550 into an elegant four-passenger convertible. Mercedes-Benz’s innovative AIRCAP wind-deflector system was designed to reduce cabin turbulence with the top lowered, making open-air driving considerably more comfortable for both front and rear passengers. Inside, the E550 surrounds its occupants with the luxury expected from Mercedes-Benz. The cabin features leather trim, 14-way power front bucket seats with memory and lumbar support, power active head restraints, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column with memory and easy-exit functionality. A leather-wrapped three-spoke sport steering wheel with integrated audio controls completes the driver-focused cockpit. Additional appointments include rain-sensing windshield wipers, light-sensing headlamps, projector low-beam lighting, heated power mirrors with memory, and auto-dimming mirrors. With its muscular 5.5-liter V8, sophisticated chassis, luxurious four-passenger interior and fully automatic convertible top, this 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet offers an appealing combination of performance, comfort and classic Mercedes-Benz grand-touring character—a beautifully equipped luxury convertible ready to be enjoyed with the top up or down.