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2008 Mercedes Benz C-Class vs. 2007 Lexus IS250

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Old 01-20-07, 11:17 PM
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Default 2008 Mercedes Benz C-Class vs. 2007 Lexus IS250

Okay, on January 19th, the 2008 C-Class was launched. As a current Lexus IS250 owner, and an ex-Mercedes Benz C-Class owner, I'm really torn between the 2. I sold my 05 C230k for the IS250, about 2 weeks ago. I did it for features and reliability. Looking at the new C-Class and all the features, I'm really reconsidering. It's due to be released late Summer 2007. What do you guys think? I know it's a silly question as this is a Lexus forum and opinions will be bias, but I'm still diggin the new w204!

BTW, panaramic sunroof will also be an option!
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Old 01-20-07, 11:20 PM
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rear view:
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Old 01-20-07, 11:29 PM
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the navi screen can be electronically hidden and popped open:
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i would think the lexus IS would still be a better car... hahaha
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My opinion: Lexus reliability blows away MB
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I don't like the fact that the nav can be hidden. OUR IS is still the best
Old 01-20-07, 11:43 PM
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Surely the merc cost considerably more than the Lexus....

The pop-up Sat Nav looks cheap. Much prefer the Lexus one.
Old 01-20-07, 11:55 PM
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Is it just me or does the side kind of resemble a BMW 3-series? I think the front grill is butt ugly. but overall the MB looks like a nice car.
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oh look its a silver 3 Series!!... wait wait.... nvm its just a w204

and they say lexus copies bimmer.....

IMHO you should stick with the 250

It looks a bit like an A4 too

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i think it looks nice
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I am not liking the front of the C-Class, looks like a GL or some suv, have behind pictures? I might consider if they have an interior like the IS though.

I think it would look mean in black when lowered.

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I have owned two C class MB's, an RX 330 and an IS 350. I hated the RX, the IS is a fun toy. If I had to go back to one car I would keep my wife's MB CLK. Sorry guys but had to be honest. I know, just my opinion and it means nothing.

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the grill is huge! looks like it came from the GL.
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Lexus All The Way
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Looks okay but the IS looks 10x better IMO. You can see more pics here.


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