2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe
#76
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I just happened to like the fact Mercedes seems to have covered a lot of bases in their entire lineup. I mean the bench is DEEP depending on the buyers need. You want an suv that seats five and packs 550+HP? Done. Same suv maybe a little less HP? Done. 7 seat suv. Done. Then there is the endless choices of coupes. Good goobley. A lot. Thennthe enginr choices...V12,8,6,4tt...a buyer will find the right combination that fits their lifestyle.
#77
Lexus Fanatic
This is one of my frustrations with you as a reviewer, you look at cars through your own lens not through the lens of the consumer who is likely going to be looking at a specific car. This is the perfect example of that.
Actually, I've owned a few coupes in my life. I'm not necessarily opposed to them. But I could see out of the ones I owned.
If someone wants more visibility and utility, the C Class sedan is there. This car is for people who value style above utility...which is why they selected the coupe.
#78
Lexus Test Driver
Well turned in the C300 today and found out what might have been the reason for such a hard ride. The air pressure sensors came on for the left front tire which had that tire at 34psi. The fronts require per the door 39psi and the rears 40psi. This in turn made the tires super smooth to turn almost as if on ice skates. Went to fill up the gas and there on the fuel door it had a different COLD air reading of a much more reasonable 34psi in front. Forgot the back. That I believe would have made a HUGE difference.
Also, having made a lot of stop & go errands the automatic engine shut off and turn on became VERY annoying. That would be a deal breaker for me.
So I don't like to end on a sour note.
If they could fix that and allowed for a softer tire pressure setting I really would like that car. The interior is clean, comfortable and has a simple logical layout of basic functions. Seating is comfy and supple. MUCH more legroom (a hand span from the kneee to the glove box with the seat all the way back in the C230). Finally I do like the very clear LCD screen. Good stuff overall.
Also, having made a lot of stop & go errands the automatic engine shut off and turn on became VERY annoying. That would be a deal breaker for me.
So I don't like to end on a sour note.
If they could fix that and allowed for a softer tire pressure setting I really would like that car. The interior is clean, comfortable and has a simple logical layout of basic functions. Seating is comfy and supple. MUCH more legroom (a hand span from the kneee to the glove box with the seat all the way back in the C230). Finally I do like the very clear LCD screen. Good stuff overall.
#79
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i get your point, however, which is why i don't like CR reviews which generally seem to be looking for an answer to the question "how similar or dissimilar is this vehicle we're testing to a camry or an accord?"
If someone wants more visibility and utility, the C Class sedan is there. This car is for people who value style above utility...which is why they selected the coupe.
#80
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Not meant to be a jab at all, I enjoy his reviews too. Point taken though.
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Well turned in the C300 today and found out what might have been the reason for such a hard ride. The air pressure sensors came on for the left front tire which had that tire at 34psi. The fronts require per the door 39psi and the rears 40psi. This in turn made the tires super smooth to turn almost as if on ice skates. Went to fill up the gas and there on the fuel door it had a different COLD air reading of a much more reasonable 34psi in front. Forgot the back. That I believe would have made a HUGE difference.
Also, having made a lot of stop & go errands the automatic engine shut off and turn on became VERY annoying. That would be a deal breaker for me.
So I don't like to end on a sour note.
If they could fix that and allowed for a softer tire pressure setting I really would like that car. The interior is clean, comfortable and has a simple logical layout of basic functions. Seating is comfy and supple. MUCH more legroom (a hand span from the kneee to the glove box with the seat all the way back in the C230). Finally I do like the very clear LCD screen. Good stuff overall.
Also, having made a lot of stop & go errands the automatic engine shut off and turn on became VERY annoying. That would be a deal breaker for me.
So I don't like to end on a sour note.
If they could fix that and allowed for a softer tire pressure setting I really would like that car. The interior is clean, comfortable and has a simple logical layout of basic functions. Seating is comfy and supple. MUCH more legroom (a hand span from the kneee to the glove box with the seat all the way back in the C230). Finally I do like the very clear LCD screen. Good stuff overall.
#85
Lexus Test Driver
i really like the interior in this, right up until i see that stupid samsung tablet of a screen perched atop the dash. i understand its sort of necessary to have some sort of display but when its just stuck on there it looks almost like they nearly forgot to put it there, but then someone went WAITTTTTT!!!! WE FORGOT THE SCREEN!!!!!
#88
Lexus Test Driver
Now the screen I wouldn't mind IF it was...
A: Removable
B: Tilt, rotate etc...
C: Disappeared.
D: Compatible with other Mercedes within it's line up.
For that kinda money all automakers should just make that a removable tablet and be done with it. I could see going to my favorite coffee house and just detaching it....
Just an idea.
A: Removable
B: Tilt, rotate etc...
C: Disappeared.
D: Compatible with other Mercedes within it's line up.
For that kinda money all automakers should just make that a removable tablet and be done with it. I could see going to my favorite coffee house and just detaching it....
Just an idea.
#89
i really like the interior in this, right up until i see that stupid samsung tablet of a screen perched atop the dash. i understand its sort of necessary to have some sort of display but when its just stuck on there it looks almost like they nearly forgot to put it there, but then someone went WAITTTTTT!!!! WE FORGOT THE SCREEN!!!!!
And the even scarier thing is, that a few other car makers that should also know better are going along with the "trend". Mercedes, BMW and Lexus and maybe some others all did this at about the same time. WEIRD.