1990-02 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Even though they're too heavy and bulky to rank as sports cars, precious few automobiles provide open-air motoring with this much comfort, safety, style, and speed...

C320 sedans and wagons, in particular, are desirable near-luxury cars. Despite some cutrate interior details, they vie with the best in class for driving composure, features, and long-term [...]

As a private import, the G-Class had achieved some celebrity cachet, which is one reason Mercedes dealers began selling it. Nevertheless, this old soldier suffers too many lapses for what it [...]

Stylish, solid, and sporty, CLKs aim at folks who value fashion over utility. They make sense for well-heeled buyers whose lifestyle can accommodate a four-seat two-door automobile. Balancing [...]

Contemporary and sophisticated, rock-solid and confidence-inspiring on the road, the E-Class brims with worthwhile features and Mercedes' cachet. New-car prices have been steep, and secondhand [...]

Intriguingly engineered, the current SLs are solidly built, impeccably finished, and a pleasure to drive. Their style and cachet should stay fresh for years, boosting long-term resale values and [...]

It may not be the first nameplate mentioned when talk turns to sports cars, but the SLK has enough accessible everyday performance to hold its own in pretty fast company. Of broader appeal is its [...]

The CLS500 performs like its E500 sibling, but sacrifices some sedan functionality for its coupelike shape and costs considerably more when new. The high-power CLS55 relates similarly to the E55. [...]

Around-town ride comfort isn't quite up to par. Overall, though, the highly refined, rock-solid, and engaging-to-drive M-Class is what a premium midsize five-passenger SUV ought to be. New-car [...]

R-Class models earn our Recommended rating for the way they combine Mercedes-Benz luxury and driving dynamics with minivanlike utility. Though not inexpensive, new or used, the R-Class' ability [...]