Twin Turbos Add Welcomed Personality 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4Matic - Click above for high-res image gallery Some folks say there's no replacement for displacement. We'll agree that there's nothing quite like the roar of a big ol' naturally aspirated V8, but in modern times (and with new fuel efficiency laws taking hold), turbocharging points the way forward. Nearly every automaker on the planet is scrambling to create turbocharged alternatives to larger-displacement engines, and over the past few years, not offering some sort of forced-induction mill has become quite the ... Read More

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Engine:: Twin-Turbo 4.6L V8
Power:: 429 HP / 516 LB-FT
Transmission:: 7-Speed Auto
MSRP:: $127,565 as tested

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Spy Shots: New Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe spied in revealing state of dress 1361300460

During a product briefing earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz told us that 2013 would be the "year of the S-Class." Makes sense, too, since the flagship Mercedes is so very close to finally showing its production-ready face. But the high-tech saloon isn't the only S-Class to talk about this year – quite the contrary. Seen here in decidedly revealing ...