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I just test drove a used 5 series and I found a reasonably thicc stick in the door bin, so if anyone annoys you, you can beat them to make them feel bad. I hope the current owner includes the thicc stick (and a physical BitCoin) in the car post sale...
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+Ali RS iv drove a c class, but I drive for the driving experience I think bmw and audi diliver a good experience and not just a "comfortable one" and it's not like I can afford c63
+The Truth False my man BMW 5 Series is always the king it beat the old E Class and the new 5 Series will rape the new E Class just wait until it comes out
Mercedes is nothing like BMW Before BMW always beat MB in sport and in Luxury MB will beat BMW But now BMW is raping MB in both I mean look at the new 7 Series It raped MB S Class in Sport and in Luxury ATTESA ET-S 東瀛戰神 R35 GT-R nismo N-ATTACK A-kit
best seat ive ever sitted is bmw 3 series individual, they was so comfort only better is new 7 series, but Daimler uses shittiest leather on market people complain lot of them
I love how these cars are really different. - Audi - as opposed to mid 2000s, they do not float anymore, but actually you can feel what is happening on the road. Good all rounder, tries to do everything a little bit - classic VW tactics. Make car that is decent in all areas. - BMW - sporty ride, fun to drive and engaging, good for people who enjoy driving and going into turns just a little bit faster. - Mercedes - this is what you would call an Executive car. Luxury, comfort, quietness, basically a budget S class. I love the style of new Mercedes cars. Is Mercedes still considered brand for people of age 40 / 50 +? Because I feel like it is a little unfair, they have such good looking cars. I agree with that review 100%, but I would choose BMW for myself since I enjoy sporty ride. I do not feel like sitting in floating quiet cabin.
Great review! I've been looking to upgrade from my 328i and you answered all the questions. I was all set to go with a 535i Msport but then I saw the E class and was just mesmerized by its looks. The more research I do the more I'm starting to lean towards the E class.
Mat where is the style of carbuyer we used to see video for small, cheap,family cars, like Renault ,ford , mazda, seat , vw some hatchbacks in this new channel you are aiming fancy luxury cars people who buy this kind of cars don't have time to watch those videos with all my recpect I'm a huge fan you have a great style presenting cars i looove it try to present some economic classe cars and thanks
Mercedes looks so elegant and materials are so noble, metal on the doors and attention to detail, compared to the other two, it's like is twice as expensive. Would go with my eyes closed for the Merc if I had to choose.
But it feels cheap as shit and squeaky everywhere...get old fast and boring. All that glitters is not gold I've been in them all and the BMW feels like it's 10K LBS but drives like it's 2k lbs
The Mercedes looks way better internally, but the metal is actually plastic with chrome coating. Mercedes are awful for cost saving deception internally now
A fair verdict, and I prefer BMW in general amongst the 3 Brands, but the new E-Class has taken the first(next) step which naturally is a step higher up and quite a step it is. The Interior is a marvel in design with character, no other interior looks like it, even slightly. And the exterior oozes of class, history and gentleman stability - Well Done Mercedes!. The AUDI in this trim in fact looks fairly cool and composed exterior wise - This A6 size fits the AUDI DNA rather well, enough surface to gain some toned down mix of power and minimalistic elegance and good stance. The BMW surely gains in attraction when it drives - it simply looks better moving than standing still - But to shine it´s good drivability it needs more sporty and slightly larger wheels. Seeing forward to a review of the next gen.
and also they looks like the shrunken versions of their bigger brothers; 7 series, S-class and A8 yeah because thats the point -,-, luxury comes in different size and class lol
Good thing in my eyes. This way luxury is available at lower prices and people that want exclusivity will shop elsewhere anyways. Other than that you do notice the difference in interior quality when you campare an a4/a6 to an a8 or a 3/5 series to a 7 series or c/e class to an s class. I can't see what's wrong with that from a consumer standpoint.
+MS there is a good reason for: If you look At IAA, Genf, Detroid etc you See that modern Cars look more and more similar, also the "cheaper" car producers and the upper segment of BMW, Audi and Mercedes try to Be silhoutted against the others.. Sad for the E and S class, 5 and 7 series and A6 and A8 drivers who can't Show Off that much anymore..
I test drove all three of these. The Audi A6 was the least of my favorite. Even though I planned on staying with Audi as I was upgrading my A4 I just hated the drive. It's has a beautiful interior but drove the worst out of the 3. Honestly to didn't really give MB a chance as I hate the way it looks. The interior was so intrusive with a huge digital display that screams "hey look at me I'm modern and hip!" Maybe my tastes haven't "matured" enough to appreciate MB. The BMW 5 has a solid interior and great exterior. Very little plastic and what is plastic feels very solid. The drive was the best out off all of them in my opinion!
Thank you, hundred percent agree about merc two large screens stuck together doesnt look "Luxurious" especially when you see the gap behind the screens..
Something I've noticed is that Merc have really upped their interiors and infotainment systems. Even though they're nowhere near the best drive, it does make them feel so much more... Can't wait (and I hope) BMW and Audi up their game.
Audi have been updating quite a bit of the interior we have a 2014 A6 black edition and there are around 6 changes I can think of with the interior like the gear shifter the door trim and the air conditioning controls as well as the new touch pad, when BMW facelifted the 5 series they only changed the bumpers and lights that's why the A6 still looks modern inside
As a twenty-year-old looking for a used german executive car, my biggest priority is fun haha! So, it looks like I'll be buying a preowned f10 this summer! I'm super excited to own my first BMW, summer can't come any sooner.
Guys just shutup, the e class despite the sake of a few grand is still king and always has been in my eyes, the only thing people think the BMW has on the e class is handling but you know what, I've drove both 4 years back before upgrading to an s class and believe me the e class handles easilyyyy as well as the 5 series anyday.
Again the merc is just unbeatable& untouchable!!!! I honestly feel the Tesla model S competes with such cars and should be included in such comparison reviews, not the Big daddy's; S class, 7 series, Bentley's, Rolls, Maserati's etc
It is interesting to watch after 8 years. I feel like the Audi, despite the initial critique of their design, has aged the least of the brands and that is both for A4 and A6 lines.
Man you are not gentle with the cars you review! It makes me sick. I've seen every review you do, and honestly I don't want to know what car you drive because it must be like a bunker on wheels .. you are just too gross! Calm down, treat the cars with respect! The doors can close without smashing them, don't you think? Try to be more gentle!
I was on the bmw bandwagon for over 10 years. I was going to get another one until the salesman I purchased 3 bmw's from tried to screw me over. so I went across the highway to the Mercedes dealer. big difference in cars. Mercedes is all about a luxurious, classy experience. for over 10k less than the 5 series I wanted to get, I got my first Mercedes. I never checked out a Benz before. IMHO, the bmw's interior leaves a lot to be desired. it's average. but the MB's interior is impressive! I'm glad that salesman tried to screw me. lol Because I'm very happy with the e300. you may get better handling with a bmw, but the overall experience with the MB is simply blissful. This is my first, but won't be the last.
Another fine review, Mat. (You should've been on the shortlist for Top Gear IMHO!) One question - you usually make a point of mentioning the offset steering wheel in Mercedes' cars, most recently in the review of the current C-Class. Do I assume, then, that since you haven't mentioned it here, Mercedes have finally succeeded in converting to RHD without this annoying compromise? Many Thanks.
the higher interior quality is performed by the Audi A6 by far,,,even comparing this old version with the new E class model. The faster by far is the BMW, as usual. The mercedes "because you are unfairing comparing 2 old ones with a new one" only performs a little bit better in exterior design because is fresher. The interior is not better because has got terrible plastic tablets.......just do the same comparison with the bmw 5 series 2017 and with the audi A6 2018. However I think the new A6 is dementially overrated in terms of price...and to digitalyze all the clima and many buttons have been a massive fuck up. cheers and congrats for all your great videos.
15 years ago, the 5 Series was probably the most fun, especially the E39, which was probably the best car of the new millennium. However, nothing is more refined than a Mercedes-Benz, and no Mercedes-Benz is purer, save the S-Class, than the E-Class. The W123, W124 and W211 are legends of their times. AMG kept things interesting, but the M5 was probably the most desired drivers Executive Class car. I believe that changed with the pre-facelift W212 E63 AMG. The model was still bested by the 5er in performance, as it was only in rear wheel drive. However, that particular E63 was faster, more powerful, and it proved to be better that the E60/E61 M5 in overall refinement. The real turning point was the facelift W212 E63 AMG S Model. Now with optional 4MATIC, the car was more confident and fun to drive than the M5, now being the F10. It was also better looking (IMO), was still more powerful and was now quicker off the line with 4MATIC. The W213 E Class vs the F10 and upcoming new 5er will be interesting to watch, not only from a performance standpoint, but from a technical standpoint. The W213 is the most aerodynamic car in it's class, is obviously the most technically advanced, but now there will be not one, but two AMG models that BMW will have to fight off: The E43 and still to be debuted E63. As for the Audi A6/S6, I've always considered the car as a drivers car. Audi has, naturally, been AWD, therefore more confident. Audi is getting sportier than it has been, and is catching up to MB in terms of technology. It was be exciting to see the next A6 come out. Obvious winner is the E-Class. A car company that has successfully migrated from ultra luxury saloons to full on sport sedans , while maintaining it's refined driving and innovation, among other things, deserves a number one spot.
ding dong that's your opinion but I don't think they are remember not everyone likes BMW or Mercedes but still the BMW and the merc. are nice cars though looks appeal to everyone in different ways I think the Mercedes was not all that to look at they seem to over design the the car and tend to spoil the look of it give me your feed back I like to hear your views and opinion thankyou and peace out there
Which between the Audi A6 40 TDI and the BMW 520d is better soundproofed? And which one gives a greater sense of solidity (when closing the doors, etc)?
In my country, The base model Audi A6 with 3.0L engine costs $75,000 The base model BMW 5 series costs around $145,000 The base model Mercedes E class costs around $175,000 What would be best to buy *Carwow* ??
BMW 5 is old and E class is now from 2016 not have since compare..even A6 is new design and younger then BMW 5 its will be good next year make test when come new 5serie or maybe in this come too i dont know right
love the Audi's exterior, the Mercedes's interior and the BMW drivability... Personally I'd take the Audi due to its everyday usability and nice exterior, but the BMW is way more fun to drive (especially compared to the FWD Audi) and the Merc makes you feel royal even on small trips to the store for milk! it seems Audi managed to come somewhere between the sporty BMW and the luxurious Mercedes which makes it more of a mass market car for everyone, but at the end of the day, you have to admire and respect all three brands for staying true to their fans and innovating the automotive world at the same time... Love and admire all three, but gun to my head?... Audi...
A car of that size never feels sporty. I tend to think of sporty as light weight and none of these cars are really sporty. I own a Lexus GS and it is just smooth, reliable and clean to drive and yet have people telling me about the driving experience of BMW and I truly do not get it.
+Kevin Daskal Mercedes the same? only C and Eare similar and only from exterior and only from back side. A, B, CLA, CLS, S, G, SUVs....not even similar cars....now look at audis....especially from A4 to A8.
The A4 and A6 are the only ones that have similar interiors, while the A8's is nowhere near similar in aesthetics. When I look at Mercs from C class to S class, and aside from some SUVs, I see the same round vents with curvy flow and a long dash screen going across. Don't get me wrong, I think it's a wonderful design, but the similarities are still there for all to see. I used to own an A8L and the interior was a lot different in terms of button placements, ventilation positions, and all around design and materials used from the S4 and S6/S7 models that I test drove. The word "boring" that you used, I would assume would be more prominent in a more luxurious setting as opposed to a sporty environment, and would be more at home describing a luxury car's interior such as Mercs. I personally don't find it as "boring" as the BMW's interior, but beauty lies in the beholder's eyes, and what one may find "boring" others may not... It's all about differentiating, and I'm glad not all car manufactures use only one design, or one concept when implementing new models.
This is a very unfair comparison; the 5-series & A6 have been out for many years, while the E-class is a completely new car! Instead, you should compare the E-class to the new Jaguar XF.
the S90s tail light designer should be hanged. Just too ugly from the back and yet the german cars are more popular and more headturning. The E class does look like C class but the ride is the best i have ever had. It's just so quiet and so relaxing.
Front wheel drive in an Audi A6? Come on.... :( A Audi must come with Quattro AWD If not you should rather buy a golf instead of an Audi, because its much cheaper and also has FWD
I don't know, but it looks to me it's not right to compare BMW's interior with Mercedes's, maybe because of the version or something. There 5 series that looks really nice inside, with nice colored leather and dash...
Hi Filip, unfortunately we have to take what is available from the manufacturers at the time. The A6 is a bit older so Audi doesn't have loads of them on their press fleet. It's probably the only manual A6 in existence!
carwow I think the bmw would have looked much better in a red or creame interior or at least it would keep up with the merc. So plz try to get the best Color option for the interior when comparing cars. thanks
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in a previous test you said the bmw 5 was better than the E class. how come the e class it the best now?
Or do you mean Mercedes e class
I just test drove a used 5 series and I found a reasonably thicc stick in the door bin, so if anyone annoys you, you can beat them to make them feel bad. I hope the current owner includes the thicc stick (and a physical BitCoin) in the car post sale...
I know this was 3 years ago but my 5 series right now is averaging 54.8 mpg efficient dynamic 520d
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E-class is luxury. Bmw is sporty af. Audi is 50/50
Audi is sh*t your right
You are sh*t!
@@jas197 stfu
@Anas Amrani stfu you probably don’t even have a car
@Anas Amrani I have the S400dL amg line exclusive premium + something you will never afford so stfu
3:53 "the Mercedes offers good head..." I was like Bruhhh😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂
+Ridash you talking to me?
+Ridash Don't talk about yourself like that... 😆😆 not my fault you have a shit phone that can't post emojis. It hurts doesn't it😊😂
iPhone 6s Plus here, kid. You can act thought, but you're a bunch of 15 year olds.
+Ridash Samsung Galaxy S7 if we're putting it out there, and are we acting 'thought'.
£51,000 for the e class because the optional extras... That's a bit unfair
Mercedes will still win anyway
+Ali RS It won't
+Ali RS even though I prefer the Audi I think the BMW should have won
Have you guys ever ridden in Mercedes saloon car? e.g. the current C,E,S, class?
+Ali RS iv drove a c class, but I drive for the driving experience I think bmw and audi diliver a good experience and not just a "comfortable one" and it's not like I can afford c63
5 series all the way, especially G30.
Mercedes was obviously going to win? 5 series and A6 are due for replacement very soon! So this test needs to be Re-done when they are on sale
I dare say we could manage that
+carwow where was there Jag??
volvo s 90 is a worth to review
Dezz9820 i
bmw close to replacement, not audi
BMW 5-Series - easily the most athletic exec saloon in the business. Impressive rivals, however the 5er still the daddy. Sales figures attest to that.
The newest car is the best. Who would have thought?
And the most expensive.
Not always the case.
+The Truth
False my man
BMW 5 Series is always the king it beat the old E Class and the new 5 Series will rape the new E Class
just wait until it comes out
Mercedes is nothing like BMW
Before BMW always beat MB in sport and in Luxury MB will beat BMW
But now BMW is raping MB in both
I mean look at the new 7 Series
It raped MB S Class in Sport and in Luxury
ATTESA ET-S 東瀛戰神 R35 GT-R nismo N-ATTACK A-kit
it is not always . just like new 7er compare to two years old S class
a6 is the cuttest
But.. bmw is almost 8 years old
but they still sell it
Ali RS Because there is nothing to improve - it even look like designed tomorow with m package
yes its a nice car I have to agree, very stylish but uncomfortable
Ali RS In every bmw u need to buy "sportsitze" option to sit comfortable
true
Great comparison the 2.0 Audi v 3.0 BMW very useful.
lol
Mmh, Jag XF not here? Though my fav is the 5 Series.
bmw change your leather seats they are shit same with dash materials. ive seen better in chevy
True that
Not rlly
They've always been shit. Look at a used 10 year old BMW seat, they're FUCKED. The leather doesn't even look or feel good. It's too "waxy" looking.
best seat ive ever sitted is bmw 3 series individual, they was so comfort only better is new 7 series, but Daimler uses shittiest leather on market people complain lot of them
Well i dont think so i got 320i and it got no cheap plastic? Its good ans hard plastic notone audi uses or should i say what comes from vw
I love how these cars are really different.
- Audi - as opposed to mid 2000s, they do not float anymore, but actually you can feel what is happening on the road. Good all rounder, tries to do everything a little bit - classic VW tactics. Make car that is decent in all areas.
- BMW - sporty ride, fun to drive and engaging, good for people who enjoy driving and going into turns just a little bit faster.
- Mercedes - this is what you would call an Executive car. Luxury, comfort, quietness, basically a budget S class. I love the style of new Mercedes cars. Is Mercedes still considered brand for people of age 40 / 50 +? Because I feel like it is a little unfair, they have such good looking cars.
I agree with that review 100%, but I would choose BMW for myself since I enjoy sporty ride. I do not feel like sitting in floating quiet cabin.
the e-class is the best all-around... because it's the newest... love the interior so much
It's better than the new Volvo s90 too. Fact
The best all arounder is the Audi. The most luxurious is the e class.
The best driver's car is the bmw.
+Tomislav Zvonimir Audi is trying to be that...but audi is boring for me.
Taras Tab Drive one first..
Great review! I've been looking to upgrade from my 328i and you answered all the questions. I was all set to go with a 535i Msport but then I saw the E class and was just mesmerized by its looks. The more research I do the more I'm starting to lean towards the E class.
Hope you went with the 535i.lol
Drove many w213, own a F10 535i. No comparaison, since the W211, the E Class isn’t worth it anymore.
"The mercedes offers good head"
BMW for me. It looks the best and drives the best. Its also the most fun to play with while spec'ing it up.
Looks the best?
Oh the A6 looks like the A8 ? what a surprise. Like not all Audis look exactly the same...
Ghassan Halboni and bmw's as well
Haha, in Denmark the e-class starts at 90.000 pounds!
In Turkey monthly wage is average 3000 liras e class is 600000 liras at least
Im getting deja vu, i swear i watched this weeks ago!
exactly! thought I was going crazy.
me too, but i think it was the A4 vs 3series vs C class
Mat where is the style of carbuyer we used to see video for small, cheap,family cars, like Renault ,ford , mazda, seat , vw some hatchbacks in this new channel you are aiming fancy luxury cars people who buy this kind of cars don't have time to watch those videos with all my recpect I'm a huge fan you have a great style presenting cars i looove it try to present some economic classe cars and thanks
+Karim FL they are coming. This week was the Suzuki Vitara and similar. Plus Focus, Astra and Golf soon.
+carwow
can you do one for the new Bugatti Chiron, just placed an order- From a fancy car buyer.
+carwow thank you for the response great joob keep going , best of luck for the new videos peace
Watched this video before I bought an e class... So I did have time...
+Daniel Mwai I've heard it's crap. Better get your money back.
All these brands still chasing Mercedes & they probably forever will
Mercedes looks so elegant and materials are so noble, metal on the doors and attention to detail, compared to the other two, it's like is twice as expensive. Would go with my eyes closed for the Merc if I had to choose.
But it feels cheap as shit and squeaky everywhere...get old fast and boring. All that glitters is not gold I've been in them all and the BMW feels like it's 10K LBS but drives like it's 2k lbs
The Mercedes looks way better internally, but the metal is actually plastic with chrome coating. Mercedes are awful for cost saving deception internally now
Although I have a 2013 Audi A6, I would rather have that new Mercedes. Great interior I must say.
Right now I would too, but next gen A6 should be really interesting.
rude
Would you consider 2014 and newer as next gen A6? Did you change vehicles yet?
I still prefer the Audi's interior quality
I have a 2012 A6 3.0TDI S Tronic with all top spec and i say it's better than both BMW and Mercedes-Benz
3:50 Mercedes offers good head looooool
Hahahahaha
A fair verdict, and I prefer BMW in general amongst the 3 Brands, but the new E-Class has taken the first(next) step which naturally is a step higher up and quite a step it is. The Interior is a marvel in design with character, no other interior looks like it, even slightly. And the exterior oozes of class, history and gentleman stability - Well Done Mercedes!.
The AUDI in this trim in fact looks fairly cool and composed exterior wise - This A6 size fits the AUDI DNA rather well, enough surface to gain some toned down mix of power and minimalistic elegance and good stance.
The BMW surely gains in attraction when it drives - it simply looks better moving than standing still - But to shine it´s good drivability it needs more sporty and slightly larger wheels. Seeing forward to a review of the next gen.
Plpp
Honestly they all look like stretched versions of their smaller brothers; 3 series, C class and A4
+MS I do too.
and also they looks like the shrunken versions of their bigger brothers; 7 series, S-class and A8
yeah because thats the point -,-, luxury comes in different size and class lol
Good thing in my eyes. This way luxury is available at lower prices and people that want exclusivity will shop elsewhere anyways. Other than that you do notice the difference in interior quality when you campare an a4/a6 to an a8 or a 3/5 series to a 7 series or c/e class to an s class. I can't see what's wrong with that from a consumer standpoint.
How does a 5 series look anything like a 3 series??
+MS there is a good reason for: If you look At IAA, Genf, Detroid etc you See that modern Cars look more and more similar, also the "cheaper" car producers and the upper segment of BMW, Audi and Mercedes try to Be silhoutted against the others..
Sad for the E and S class, 5 and 7 series and A6 and A8 drivers who can't Show Off that much anymore..
I test drove all three of these. The Audi A6 was the least of my favorite. Even though I planned on staying with Audi as I was upgrading my A4 I just hated the drive. It's has a beautiful interior but drove the worst out of the 3. Honestly to didn't really give MB a chance as I hate the way it looks. The interior was so intrusive with a huge digital display that screams "hey look at me I'm modern and hip!" Maybe my tastes haven't "matured" enough to appreciate MB. The BMW 5 has a solid interior and great exterior. Very little plastic and what is plastic feels very solid. The drive was the best out off all of them in my opinion!
Thank you, hundred percent agree about merc two large screens stuck together doesnt look "Luxurious" especially when you see the gap behind the screens..
"mercedes offers good head"
xBuzz996 oohhh yeah
I like the audi but it's so expensive
Test Audi A6 with a QUATTRO and 3.0t option and you'll change your mind haha
Well, it is no wonder Mercedes won as it is the newest car of the three. Both BMW and Audi are due for replacement.
Something I've noticed is that Merc have really upped their interiors and infotainment systems. Even though they're nowhere near the best drive, it does make them feel so much more... Can't wait (and I hope) BMW and Audi up their game.
Audi have been updating quite a bit of the interior we have a 2014 A6 black edition and there are around 6 changes I can think of with the interior like the gear shifter the door trim and the air conditioning controls as well as the new touch pad, when BMW facelifted the 5 series they only changed the bumpers and lights that's why the A6 still looks modern inside
No surprise here, Mercs are superior to any other German automaker.
As a twenty-year-old looking for a used german executive car, my biggest priority is fun haha! So, it looks like I'll be buying a preowned f10 this summer! I'm super excited to own my first BMW, summer can't come any sooner.
Gonna miss the BMW 550i.. Just a random V8 for the program!
the black edition doesn't even have a chrome grill haha
My thoughts exactly hahaha 😂
+Jack Costigan great jacks think alike haha
+Jack Caskie all the great people of the planet are named Jack. Jack Mandela, Jack Gates, Jack Ali, Jack Bryant. I mean the list goes on 😂😂
+Jack Costigan jack ali :DD
+Jack Costigan what about Mats. It was my bloody joke!
Guys just shutup, the e class despite the sake of a few grand is still king and always has been in my eyes, the only thing people think the BMW has on the e class is handling but you know what, I've drove both 4 years back before upgrading to an s class and believe me the e class handles easilyyyy as well as the 5 series anyday.
"Like an s class" all mercy all twins now...which really suck for s class owner. Coming around a Corner or direct at you, you can't tell them apart...
Mercedes- BMW- Audi, Jaguar - Land Rover, Porsche, Maserati.
I remember when Matt done a group test on carbuyer, he said the A6 was better than the E class and 5 series
Again the merc is just unbeatable& untouchable!!!! I honestly feel the Tesla model S competes with such cars and should be included in such comparison reviews, not the Big daddy's; S class, 7 series, Bentley's, Rolls, Maserati's etc
oh look a C-Class ... oh no its S class... oh shit it says E class!
Of course the new E class is the best because it's new, it is going to be a challenge for BMW and Audi to match this with the new 5 series and A6.
BMW- 3,4,5 series, Mercedes- S,Cls class
It is interesting to watch after 8 years. I feel like the Audi, despite the initial critique of their design, has aged the least of the brands and that is both for A4 and A6 lines.
why compare cars with different configurations? thumbs down buddy
Agree 100%
exactly
Obeckk They can only review car which the company gives and so it is extremely hard to get the equivalent trim levels.
Man you are not gentle with the cars you review! It makes me sick. I've seen every review you do, and honestly I don't want to know what car you drive because it must be like a bunker on wheels .. you are just too gross! Calm down, treat the cars with respect! The doors can close without smashing them, don't you think? Try to be more gentle!
Hang on wheres the XF?
German cars...
+Scuf Records lol
the XF is a good car, but really? you think it can even compete with the Mercedes?
Bmw rides horrible, i own one with M sport suspension
There is your answer. M Sport is the more hardcore sporty trim. Thus the stiffer suspension.
Audis are special but this is so unfair you guys are comparing base models of one car and then a little higher version of another car..
Gautham Satheesh that's exactly what I was thinking.
best thing to compare would be either top specs cars or just the basic specs cars, would be nice to know who offers more on basics :P
The classic BMW films with Clive Owen made me want to own a BMW and I'm glad I own a BMW now😇
Mercedes and his cockpit with 2-3 (cheap) Tablets joined together
Well said
The Truth it say that others dont use Tablets inside
The Truth for few months it will come new A6 and new BMW 5
+The Truth No
The Truth E -class is not best selling cars in that segment
For me it still is the A6, drives well and style wise the best. The Bmw is ugly and the Mercedes is for old men.
A6 is clearly the best looking.
Dumb
Audi is best
What a dream never come true
evokki0075 coming from a bmw driver that can’t drive in a straight line or even launch😂😂
Pro
ZTMMR9K - lol how can you guess that he/she is a bmw fanboy... bcz that shit is fucking overrated for no good reason
I like Audi but this test mercedes won since it is the older a6 not the newer
Mercedes is the connoisseur of interiors, Audi specialise in quality and technology and bmw focuses on a sporty and fun drive.
where you drive sporty in a crowded city?
Same shit over and over again from this BMW fan boy.
Mercedes > Audi > BMW
BMW used to be hands down my favourite but what are they even doing anymore.
I was on the bmw bandwagon for over 10 years. I was going to get another one until the salesman I purchased 3 bmw's from tried to screw me over. so I went across the highway to the Mercedes dealer. big difference in cars. Mercedes is all about a luxurious, classy experience. for over 10k less than the 5 series I wanted to get, I got my first Mercedes. I never checked out a Benz before. IMHO, the bmw's interior leaves a lot to be desired. it's average. but the MB's interior is impressive! I'm glad that salesman tried to screw me. lol Because I'm very happy with the e300. you may get better handling with a bmw, but the overall experience with the MB is simply blissful. This is my first, but won't be the last.
Another fine review, Mat. (You should've been on the shortlist for Top Gear IMHO!)
One question - you usually make a point of mentioning the offset steering wheel in Mercedes' cars, most recently in the review of the current C-Class. Do I assume, then, that since you haven't mentioned it here, Mercedes have finally succeeded in converting to RHD without this annoying compromise?
Many Thanks.
Most useless test ever. The bmw is replaced in 2016 which means it will be lacking behind compared to the merc atleast
DDP85 exactly what I thought
BMW haven't been a luxury brand for years with its low quality material and scant features.
You obviously haven't been in one. Audi is the low quality brand of the 3. The upper dashboard in an A7 is plastic lol.
+Henrik Schmidt i agree Bmw quality is outstanding
Good material not like BMW man
the higher interior quality is performed by the Audi A6 by far,,,even comparing this old version with the new E class model. The faster by far is the BMW, as usual. The mercedes "because you are unfairing comparing 2 old ones with a new one" only performs a little bit better in exterior design because is fresher. The interior is not better because has got terrible plastic tablets.......just do the same comparison with the bmw 5 series 2017 and with the audi A6 2018. However I think the new A6 is dementially overrated in terms of price...and to digitalyze all the clima and many buttons have been a massive fuck up. cheers and congrats for all your great videos.
Comfort Mercedes > Audi > BMW
Sports BMW > Audi > Mercedes
Luxury Mercedes > Audi > BMW
All round Audi > Mercedes > BMW
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That manual A6 though.....
Why is Audi sooooo stingy with sending the US only automatics..
15 years ago, the 5 Series was probably the most fun, especially the E39, which was probably the best car of the new millennium. However, nothing is more refined than a Mercedes-Benz, and no Mercedes-Benz is purer, save the S-Class, than the E-Class. The W123, W124 and W211 are legends of their times. AMG kept things interesting, but the M5 was probably the most desired drivers Executive Class car.
I believe that changed with the pre-facelift W212 E63 AMG. The model was still bested by the 5er in performance, as it was only in rear wheel drive. However, that particular E63 was faster, more powerful, and it proved to be better that the E60/E61 M5 in overall refinement.
The real turning point was the facelift W212 E63 AMG S Model. Now with optional 4MATIC, the car was more confident and fun to drive than the M5, now being the F10. It was also better looking (IMO), was still more powerful and was now quicker off the line with 4MATIC.
The W213 E Class vs the F10 and upcoming new 5er will be interesting to watch, not only from a performance standpoint, but from a technical standpoint. The W213 is the most aerodynamic car in it's class, is obviously the most technically advanced, but now there will be not one, but two AMG models that BMW will have to fight off: The E43 and still to be debuted E63.
As for the Audi A6/S6, I've always considered the car as a drivers car. Audi has, naturally, been AWD, therefore more confident. Audi is getting sportier than it has been, and is catching up to MB in terms of technology. It was be exciting to see the next A6 come out.
Obvious winner is the E-Class. A car company that has successfully migrated from ultra luxury saloons to full on sport sedans , while maintaining it's refined driving and innovation, among other things, deserves a number one spot.
Lol. Look at them now, 6 yrs later. Merc has lost its soul
I like the Audi design better then the bmw. And if you wanted to look “unnoticed” wouldn’t u want a crappy car?
Aren't the 5 & a6 due for a redesign?
Yeah, we reckon they'll be out in 2017...
+carwow then why you had the need to do this video?
+archangel z
Exactly
bet the new 5 Series will rape both the MB and the Audi like how it always does
Keep dreaming complexed kid. :D
ding dong that's your opinion but I don't think they are remember not everyone likes BMW or Mercedes but still the BMW and the merc. are nice cars though looks appeal to everyone in different ways I think the Mercedes was not all that to look at they seem to over design the the car and tend to spoil the look of it give me your feed back I like to hear your views and opinion thankyou and peace out there
Appreciate your in-depth looks and ...humor.
This new E Class is great. The 2016 model and prior were horrible in comparison to Audi and BMW
Not when it came to the AMG E63
W212 with 2013-2016 facelift is one of most beautifull mb cars ever. E63 amg rocks.
The Bmw is 2016 not 17
Which between the Audi A6 40 TDI and the BMW 520d is better soundproofed? And which one gives a greater sense of solidity (when closing the doors, etc)?
The Audi is better in both.
@@TheGaang
Thank you. 👍🏻
E class
In my country,
The base model Audi A6 with 3.0L engine costs $75,000
The base model BMW 5 series costs around $145,000
The base model Mercedes E class costs around $175,000
What would be best to buy *Carwow* ??
You live in AUDIenia or what? XD
+Darius Remington lol
Very big taxes on all cars!
+Gamer Doctor May I ask which country?
Pakistan Josh Justin
I think BMW does it the best
Making a metaphor of the three. The Mercedes is a mansion. The Audi is a high end apartment. The BMW is a council house.
BMW is the best!
Who drives BMW knows which is the best!
Denis Papinov bmw is the best
BMW 5 is old and E class is now from 2016 not have since compare..even A6 is new design and younger then BMW 5 its will be good next year make test when come new 5serie or maybe in this come too i dont know right
love the Audi's exterior, the Mercedes's interior and the BMW drivability... Personally I'd take the Audi due to its everyday usability and nice exterior, but the BMW is way more fun to drive (especially compared to the FWD Audi) and the Merc makes you feel royal even on small trips to the store for milk! it seems Audi managed to come somewhere between the sporty BMW and the luxurious Mercedes which makes it more of a mass market car for everyone, but at the end of the day, you have to admire and respect all three brands for staying true to their fans and innovating the automotive world at the same time... Love and admire all three, but gun to my head?... Audi...
A car of that size never feels sporty.
I tend to think of sporty as light weight and none of these cars are really sporty. I own a Lexus GS and it is just smooth, reliable and clean to drive and yet have people telling me about the driving experience of BMW and I truly do not get it.
audi is boring, all the same.
So by your terms, the BMW and Mercs are also boring, considering they're also "all the same" cept for the SLS and i8...
+Kevin Daskal Mercedes the same? only C and Eare similar and only from exterior and only from back side. A, B, CLA, CLS, S, G, SUVs....not even similar cars....now look at audis....especially from A4 to A8.
The A4 and A6 are the only ones that have similar interiors, while the A8's is nowhere near similar in aesthetics. When I look at Mercs from C class to S class, and aside from some SUVs, I see the same round vents with curvy flow and a long dash screen going across. Don't get me wrong, I think it's a wonderful design, but the similarities are still there for all to see. I used to own an A8L and the interior was a lot different in terms of button placements, ventilation positions, and all around design and materials used from the S4 and S6/S7 models that I test drove. The word "boring" that you used, I would assume would be more prominent in a more luxurious setting as opposed to a sporty environment, and would be more at home describing a luxury car's interior such as Mercs. I personally don't find it as "boring" as the BMW's interior, but beauty lies in the beholder's eyes, and what one may find "boring" others may not... It's all about differentiating, and I'm glad not all car manufactures use only one design, or one concept when implementing new models.
This is a very unfair comparison; the 5-series & A6 have been out for many years, while the E-class is a completely new car! Instead, you should compare the E-class to the new Jaguar XF.
MERCEDES is BENCHMARK..
A Class over the rest..
5 series outdated as fuck
I'd rather have the new Volvo S90.
S90 looks horrible from the back
A lot of people buy or talk well of BMW /Mercedes just to fit in.
That V90 though :)
The V90 lights are perfection. So is the S90 but the back lights look a bit bad :|
the S90s tail light designer should be hanged. Just too ugly from the back and yet the german cars are more popular and more headturning. The E class does look like C class but the ride is the best i have ever had. It's just so quiet and so relaxing.
Well 4th A6 3rd e class 2nd 5 series but 1st Volvo s90 may be Swedish but the best
Front wheel drive in an Audi A6?
Come on.... :(
A Audi must come with Quattro AWD
If not you should rather buy a golf instead of an Audi, because its much cheaper and also has FWD
actually bmw 5 series 2017 it used to be a G30. So Mercedes not going to win.
Family has a 5 series, good to drive but horrendous comfort.
I don't know, but it looks to me it's not right to compare BMW's interior with Mercedes's, maybe because of the version or something. There 5 series that looks really nice inside, with nice colored leather and dash...
This just further solidified my choice for an A6 - such a great car 😍
Enjoy that volkswagen 🤣🤣
@@ALPINE_M4GTS it’s an Audi that makes Volkswagens. So it’s viceversa. If u drive VW you are driving an Audi goofy.
@@brianrenteria9181 VW owns audi moron, go back to driving ur busted ass civic
AUDI THE BEST!!!
+carwow the bmw is definitely going to get you to a meeting first cause you never have to use indicaters and there's no speed limit on bmw cars aswell
the E39 5 series will always be the best executive car of all time.
+carwow
Why, dont try to equip the cars, almost the same.....just giving the Audi an manual, and not an s-tronic :(:(:(
Hi Filip, unfortunately we have to take what is available from the manufacturers at the time. The A6 is a bit older so Audi doesn't have loads of them on their press fleet. It's probably the only manual A6 in existence!
carwow I think the bmw would have looked much better in a red or creame interior or at least it would keep up with the merc. So plz try to get the best Color option for the interior when comparing cars. thanks
Only e class has better suspension than both ,has more options.Benz take's 4sec to cover 100kmph
AUDI AUDI AUDI!
Talk about the a6 getting a quarto can get the Benz in 4matic and the beamer has something similar as well. will set you back another 5 to 7 K
Ill take the audi cause i love its styling and interior
Mercedes4ever