Big Sedan BATTLE! (BMW, Bentley, Benz...etc.)

[HighestOfHigh]

I did a similar thread to this sometime ago, but I never included the Bentley. Normally the Bentley sits higher then the rest of the sedans, but a buyer would probably consider some of the V12 Germans vehicles as well. Also with the new Lexus and updated Jaguar, I thought this will be a great poll.

In not thinking of status or German loyalty, which vehicle could you see yourself in the near future (if not now)?

Also intead of just voting and leaving, please give a detail reason why you picked the vehicle and what advantage it has over the rest. Of course this is an opinion thread so please don't take anthing seriously.

 

[HighestOfHigh]

My Choice:


Reason: The design is everything I would want in a large vehicle. The design is sophisticated and unique. The technology is very useful and ground breaking. Also the engine is simply more then enough, but it keeps you happy.

Runner up: Jaguar XJ elegant styling and keeps to it's true form with old style luxury in the interior.

Reason for not picking other models: The Bentley is beautiful, but the design is not as detailed as I would like it. Lexus is a good design, but not as involved. BMW is very fun to drive, but ready for style to be updated. Audi has one of the best interiors out there, but the design is simple and to the point.

 

[MikeJ]

If I were in the fortunate position to actually be able to purchase one of these vehicles, I would most definitely go for the A8. There's not that much to separate the bunch in an objective manner, so it's all down to subjective points such as design. On that point, the only one to truly appeal to me - the only one I would not change anything about even if I had the chance - is the Audi.

Here's my entirely subjective rating:
1. Audi
2. Mercedes
3. Jaguar (why, oh why did they have to give it that stupid Cars grin? )
4. Bentley
5. BMW
6. Lexus

 

[Deleted member 25]

I voted for the Audi.

 

[cawimmer430]

I don't think the Bentley really competes with these cars. It's a notch above them. At least that is where I would place it.

 

[Kowalski]

Where is the Volkswagen Phaeton?!

How can you possibly forget the best Volkswagen ever made?!

 

[HighestOfHigh]

I don't think the Bentley really competes with these cars. It's a notch above them. At least that is where I would place it.

Some Magazines seem to think so - 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs 2007 Mercedez-Benz S600 - Head to Head - Motor Trend

Even if you just consider v12 models. Now the Bentley Arnage is a different story.

 

[Bruce]

Normally, I would jump at the chance to have an LS460, but I'm rethinking my "usual" choice for the Flying Spur. I've seen about ten of these since my move to Vancouver - it strikes me as rather plain, but in a classic "British" sense (oops, I mean German..)

Right now, I'm undecided between the Lexus and the Bentley.

 

[klier]

Nice poll HOH, good to see you here again!

If it was the S600 vs the 760 I would go for the 760.
If it was the S65 vs 760 I would go for S65
Audi....nope, Jaguar....never, Lexus....what???, Bentley....hmmm, it's a shame I dislike that W12 so much

I voted 7er, but should've voted S klasse I think, lol. Can't help my fanboy self here

 

[RICHBOY]

http://www.imagestation.com/mypictu...c03f9323a40db96b08f8a44c6957b1ce/ec4983c8.jpg
This is more my style.

1) A8 (Best interior and most visually appealing)IMO
2) S-Class (The most technically advanced car on the planet, and very sexy!)IMO
3) Flying Spur (I can't put my finger on it but I've loved this car from day 1!)
4) LS460 (Possible the most relaxing saloon without spending half a million)IMO
5) 760Li (The reason for the change of direction from Audi and Mercedes, thank you BMW!)IMO
6) Jaguar (For doing their own thing)IMO

 

[Mr. M]

Nice poll HOH.

I voted for the Mercedes S-Class... Despite it being a dime a dozen in our streets, I still feel it's one heck of a car. I'll never go for lower spec models though... If I were to do that, I'd rather get a VW Phaeton or a 730Li, which does the job so much better for a lower price.

The S-Class deserves to be had in its most appropriate appointments... The S500 and the S600. I don't feel much for the S63 or S65.

Coupled with that, I'll get a designo interior.

I used to be infatuated with the Jag, but now after seeing that they haven't changed the interior at all for the facelift, I have pretty much left it out of the equation... The Lexus is a very nice car, but I'll use it as a chauffeur's car, not as a car of my own to drive.

It is with much difficulty for me to forgo the A8 as my first choice... But I feel the S-Class offers a more complete package of comfort and sport. I have been in an A8 a few times and I'm still not completely sold on its ride quality. A shame, because I think it has the best interior of the lot.

As for the 7er, I mentioned above that it'll be the best car for the lower-spec 6-cylinder models... Because it simply has the best 6-cylinder engine among the lot.

The Bentley? Way too expensive and out of my budget... It doesn't look spectacular to start with. A spectacular price should match a spectacular car. And the looks of car doesn't do its price justice. It has a very nice interior though... But its way too ostentatious for my taste.

BTW HOH, you left out the VW Phaeton and the Maserati Quattroporte in the poll.

 

[SDNR]

For me it is the A8. I like them all but the A8 is the car I have the most appreciation for.

 

[phaeton]

Where is the Phaeton ?????

Boo to this poll

 

[live4mercedes]

The S-class for me

 

[ree]

I also really miss the phaeton! It's a great car...

...so in this battle, I would go for the Bentley Flying Spur, followed by:

2. Jaguar XJ (the pre-facelifted one!!)
3. Mercedes S-Class
4. BMW 7 series
5. Audi A8

 

[Zafiro]

My vote goes to A8 but yesterday I saw this black facelifted BMW 750i. It actually look good and deserve more praise on this board than it gets.

 

[LaArtist]

hold on..
HOH asked us wich one is the BEST sedan..
now you might prefere some other sedan..but i think most of you know that the benz is the best..

and then he asked.. tell us why your pick is better than the others..
here design doesent count imo cause its personall..
so i wonder what is there really anything that the rest can do better than the S??

probably 1 thing or nothing..hehe

So if this poll was wich is your fav sedan.. then it would be ok to vote for whatever..
but this is for the BEST sedan..
so not voting for the S would just be very very wrong.


PS
Dont mind me..vote how ever you want..haah

 

[Jojo1591]

I did go for the Audi, you know understated and everything but if it was the Hybrid Lexus then I would have that, though its not exactly helping much to save the world, but its a start.

 

[Merc1]

Easy poll, S-Class followed very closely by the A8. The rest are really matterless, but the Bentley would be a contender if I only had to look at it from the inside. Strangely enough I'd have to consider the Lexus LS and Jaguar after that, with the 7-Series being dead last. Hell if I'm going to drive an ugly car (7-Series or Bentley) may as well get the one with the best interior!

M

 

[audi_rudy]

1. A8
2. Jag
3. Benz
4. lexus
5. BMW
6. Bentley

I choose the A8 well specifically the S8 because i just love the looks of it coupled with a great designed interior. Plus the only sedans i would choose over it would be the S65 and the Phantom. The Jag, I even surprised myself by putting it there today, its just that i lovvve that exterior, just has that old world understated elegance that just sets it apart from the rest. The rest of the cars are ok but there is something about each that i don't like. Ex. S Class the interior dosnt do it for me, Lexus theres just something about that dashboard stuff which isnt up to par. BMW, always have loved this car but it just seems a little dated right now. And now to the Bentley, what did they do to that exterior, the coupe looks great so well proportioned and then we get this sedan and it was a huge letdown for me, since i really wanted to like this car. I like the Bentley's interior the most, it just exudes luxury and exclusiveness.