The Mercedes-Benz E550 was a variant of the A207 Cabriolet that was introduced for the 2010 model year. The E 550 cabriolet, which was sold under the E500 name outside of North America, was initially powered by Mercedes' M273 E55 engine, which was 382hp 5.5L V8. From the 2012 model year, Mercedes used their M278 DE46 engine, which was a 402hp twin-turbocharged 4.7L V8. Both engines were paired to a 7 speed automatic transmission that sent drive to the rear wheels. Production of the A207 Mercedes-Benz E550 ended in 2017.