BMW Audi or Mercedes?

[GB-man]

Skip them and get a Porsche.

[kirksingleton]

Porsche is always the correct answer!

[iLLGT2]

I was a big older M guy however over the past 7-8 years Benz has stole my heart...

I just bought GLE 350, interior is out of this world and infotainment, feels like a car double its price imo interior wise

Also have amg gtr, s550 cabriolet and have had 4 other new mercedes since 2013...

The GTR is in another universe from anything BMW can produce performance wise

I also think mercedes interior is off the charts for me personally, BMW has become more advanced obviously but still looks so dated imo

And for those saying Porsche ehhhhh, look at my TRF name lol.... while my RUF GT2 is in the handful of best drivers cars/Porsches ever, new porsches are a snooze fest for me

In my garage its been lambo and benz for the past 5 years,

[airchitect]

If I hated money enough to go back to a German car, I’d lease a Audi or Benz. BMW’s lost their mojo long ago.

And btw.....I’d love to get the wife an e63s wagon.....but again.....I love my money.

[illiguy]

Mercedes.

[Uggi]

The one current BMW which excites me is the M2. It's the only true M car they still make. I've not owned one (yet) but I have driven one and they are a truly great drive in the corners. Interior is meh though.

[Psmith]

Lexus

But if I had to choose from your list it would be the 3-Series. I've had E36, E46 and E90 versions - the E90 was a reliability nightmare, the worst car I ever owned. I've also had bad experiences with Audi and MB, gave up on the Germans a few years ago.

[scarlet knight]

Originally Posted by Psmith

Lexus

But if I had to choose from your list it would be the 3-Series. I've had E36, E46 and E90 versions - the E90 was a reliability nightmare, the worst car I ever owned. I've also had bad experiences with Audi and MB, gave up on the Germans a few years ago.

My 2018 Audi A4 is only in year two, but not a thing wrong yet. Hope I didn’t give myself the whammy.

[Psmith]

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

My 2018 Audi A4 is only in year two, but not a thing wrong yet. Hope I didn’t give myself the whammy.

I do like some of the RS and RS Q models, so maybe if the right deal comes up in the future... Good luck with your A4
I guess people have good/bad experiences with almost all brands. I used to place driving pleasure above all other considerations, but these days keeping things as hassle-free as possible is the priority.

[Jona]

None of the above and follow all traffic laws.

[newenglandpatriot]

I used to work for benz. Dont EVER buy one when they come out with a first year model. Clocks dont tell correct time, catalytic converters splitting at the weld seam, fly by wire shifter failures. Bmw are ok, but they do not hold up with age. I was on the autobahn when there was a bad accident and it was closed for 3 hours. Saw the CL class when it first came out and it was unbadged. Spoke to the driver because he had Mercedes clothing on, and ask him what ever happened to quality. He had worked for them for 30 years and he explained it like this. The used to test the cars for a full year before selling it, and the no longer do that. They design it, make it and ship it. So the dealer has to figure it out which they usually cant they the factory send a rep to attempt to fix it. Old Mercedes engines were so precisely machined that they didnt even use head gaskets.

[Kigan]

BMW 3-series.

[airchitect]

Originally Posted by newenglandpatriot

I used to work for benz. Dont EVER buy one when they come out with a first year model. Clocks dont tell correct time, catalytic converters splitting at the weld seam, fly by wire shifter failures. Bmw are ok, but they do not hold up with age. I was on the autobahn when there was a bad accident and it was closed for 3 hours. Saw the CL class when it first came out and it was unbadged. Spoke to the driver because he had Mercedes clothing on, and ask him what ever happened to quality. He had worked for them for 30 years and he explained it like this. The used to test the cars for a full year before selling it, and the no longer do that. They design it, make it and ship it. So the dealer has to figure it out which they usually cant they the factory send a rep to attempt to fix it. Old Mercedes engines were so precisely machined that they didnt even use head gaskets.

BMW and Audi quality has been questionable for quite some time. MB went to hell in the late 90’s. Frankly if the car has a three pointed star and doesn’t look like a windswept brick, don’t buy it.

My MB guy told me the only way to take one home is leased and with all maintenance included. Otherwise don’t touch it.

Reminds me of my last trip to our Land Rover dealer. They asked me if I was gonna trade my Lexus on one. I said “not on your life” and the sales guy said “I wouldn’t either” and followed it up with “we move 90% of our product by leasing to individual’s companies. We rarely ‘sell’ anything.”

Nuff said for this kid.

[sasuke]

Audi RS3 if you like to zoom zoom.

[wjrw592]

I have owned a couple of Audi's - had good luck with Quatro A6, S5; BMW 3 Series and 6 Series but never owned a Mercedes. I also had a 911 which was great but no place to put anything! lol

My best experience was with my BMW M4 - fast, fun & room for luggage and golf clubs in the trunk. Drive safe!

[TswaneNguni]

When you drive a German ,you always have a Japanese as back-up, for when the Germans are in for repairs ... You know like Toyota ,Honda etc.

[HHIslander]

I would go for an AMG C 63 if you want performance. If you are looking for luxury, I would choose C or A4/5. BMW is a muddled mess in the smaller sedan segment these days, I'd stay away.

[HogwldFLTR]

I'm fond of my little X3 with its 3 liter twin turbo. It's a great little BMW. I rented the comparable MB last year; the 4 cylinder wasn't as much fun as the BMW 6. There's much to be said about Audi styling except the mark is too close to VW.

[Starwalker]

Think BMW for everything except when comparing the 7 series be S-Class. The S just does it better. Audi, I find them a bit soulless and confused brand. They are trying too hard to stand above VW, can’t compete with Porsche, Lambo and Bentley. Occasionally are able to brag that they share some parts for the same bin, but that’s the only thing they can really brag about.

[airchitect]

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

When you drive a German ,you always have a Japanese as back-up, for when the Germans are in for repairs ... You know like Toyota ,Honda etc.

[Ny325]

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

When you drive a German ,you always have a Japanese as back-up, for when the Germans are in for repairs ... You know like Toyota ,Honda etc.

So true.

[Ballzzz]

BMW is my preference, but they are all nice cars. You have to drive it your call big guy!

[Marast-66]

Originally Posted by Jona

None of the above and follow all traffic laws.

Hahahahahahhaha! Perfect answer


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[joli160]

Audi driver, had the same one for a decade without any breakdown.
Exactly what I want from a car.
My previous Mercedes was troubles and rusted like crazy. Never again for me.
BMW has a wrong image in my place.