Vs Autobild: BMW 328i vs C250 vs A4

[Zafiro]

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Review: http://www.autobild.de/artikel/mercedes-c-klasse-audi-a4-bmw-3er-test-5025150.html


Merc:
- interior looks good, very luxurious
- seats are comfortable but do not have as much lateral support as the competitors
- not much space in the rear seats
- engine is ok power wise
- downshifts of the transmission are sometimes a bit harsh
- suspension (air suspension) very comfortable
- steering easy but not much feedback

Audi:
- interior looks still good
- front seats are sportier, more lateral support than in the Merc
- engine revs nicely
- DCT does not always work as smoothly and quickly as the competitors
- understeers a lot
- steering feels disconnected
- suspension not very comfortable

BMW:
- interior is better than initially
- comfortable front seats with good lateral support
- rear seats more comfortable than the competitors
- "comfort" setting of the adaptable suspension not ideal, feels underdamped
- very good in the "sport" setting of the suspension
- excellent steering with good feedback
- automatic transmission works very well with the engine

Summary:
- C class is an excellent car, radiates luxury and quality
- however, the competitor from Munich is just too good

 

[Wunderkind]

i'm a little large in the backside and my shoulders are also wider than normal. i just don't find the BMW seats comfy for longer journeys.

 

[ffforever]

I hope they are right about the BMW interior being better than initially. The 3 series interior is not very impressive in both style and quality of material IMHO. Can't wait to check out the C class interior.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

The new C-Class in the first comparison
Leadership: the new Mercedes C-Class wants the Audi A4 and BMW 3 depend. First comparison between the mid-size sedans.

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[Rolf]

The upcoming C300 will be a better rival for the 328i, if it also comes with the 9 speed auto!