BMW or AUDI or MERCEDES???

[bull88]

Which among these car giants is the best in terms of status, design, comfort and reliability?

 

[kombat_kanan]

Status: BMW.
Comfort: BMW.
Reliability: BMW.

 

[V-Man]

Asking such a question in a BMW enthusiast forum? Wait till the bomb squad is here and you'll have your answers. Honestly try asking in a AUDI/MERCEDES forum the same question and you'll have an opposite feedback. I think kombat_kanan has given you the hint.

 

[Eggie86]

Bro, perhaps giving some models range would help clarify your question somewhat.

Like across the executive saloons range or performance models like the AMG vs ///M vs RS?

 

[Anthony5785]

Pardypeople,

I fully agree with you.....as if like u are sitting in Liverpool section and shouting for MU...what will happen ?

Status: BMW = Timeless./ Mercs = Old School / Audi = Nice but BMW better
Comfort: BMW Best / Mercs = going out with a grandma / Audi = Nice but BMW better
Reliability: Of course BMW, no need to talk more.

 

[Maniac]

bro bull88, you could ask the same question in the three pointed star and four ring forums too, see what answers you might get. hehe. i'll volunteer some of my opinions.

amongst the 3, BMW excels when it comes to being a drivers car, with the best handling and response IMHO, audis do come a close second, but mercs are meant to be chauffeur driven. reliability-wise, i would say that the three pointed star comes close to being japanese in terms of maintenance requirements, others need more TLC. comfort comparisons, it really depends on the model range.

ultimately, we love our BMW's - the ultimate driving machine. once bitten, there's no escape.

 

[rpmnut]

Which among these car giants is the best in terms of status, design, comfort and reliability?

Asking such a question in a BMW owner's club...LOL Talk about salah forum!

But to contribute my opinion to the question:

Status : This is a subjective thing. Ask an old-school Chinese businessman and he'll tell you Mercedes for sure. Ask an aunty on the street she might think a Toyota Camry is a status symbol. A difficult quality to quantify.

Design : My colleague drives an Audi A4 2.0 Quattro and I must admit the interior design of Audis these days are quite breathtaking. Peer into an A8 and you'll see what I mean. But again, what's good design is largely a subjective thing. Some may prefer the understated but technical design language of Audi. Others may like the angular look of the Mercedes. Whilst others may prefer the edgy designs from BMW. It's a personal thing, design....

Comfort : NOT Audi, that's for sure. I've ridden in a variety of Audis - A6, A4 - and their suspension is universally hard. Every bloody bump in the road gets through to the interior. Mercedes-Benzes are far better at cossetting passengers with a soft ride quality, but you pay when the roads get twisty. Body roll sets in pretty quickly and you'll feel like you're on a boat at sea. BMW's on the other hand, usually have the best ride/handling compromise. Firm but not hard ride quality, coupled with agile handling. Joy is definitely BMW handling!

But note the comments on comfort are generally limited to their run-of-the mill models like an A6 2.0T, E200K and 520i. Compare an S6, AMG E65/55 and an M5 and you'll see the playing field much more even with ride quality and handling on a more even footing.

Reliability : Can't comment on this much, as I've only ever owned BMW's. But if my cars are anything to go by, they are pretty darned reliable. My E39 has done 7 years without a single major breakdown.

 

[t2ribena]

Status: Merc
Comfort: Merc
Reliability: Merc

 

[Apiz]

i like bmw my girlfriend said bmw is an ugly car except BMW X6 . she likes Audi better she said =.= when the firsttime she drive my car she said slow pick up , absorber keras steering keras and i said push the sport button push it , when she push it , she still say slow pick up , but everytime we went out she always wanna drive my car but she still denied the truth that she is already in love with bmw.

 

[tehyw]

Status: Proton
Comfort: Proton
Reliability: Proton

 

[tehyw]

i like bmw my girlfriend said bmw is an ugly car except BMW X6 . she likes Audi better she said =.= when the firsttime she drive my car she said slow pick up , absorber keras steering keras and i said push the sport button push it , when she push it , she still say slow pick up , but everytime we went out she always wanna drive my car but she still denied the truth that she is already in love with bmw.

in love with ur car? not u?

 

[rozaidi83]

Pardypeople,

I fully agree with you.....as if like u are sitting in Liverpool section and shouting for MU...what will happen ?

Status: BMW = Timeless./ Mercs = Old School / Audi = Nice but BMW better
Comfort: BMW Best / Mercs = going out with a grandma / Audi = Nice but BMW better
Reliability: Of course BMW, no need to talk more.

Going out with a grandma is really funny!!!

 

[bmw4eva]

Status: 1.Mercedes
2.BMW
3.Audi

Comfort: 1.Mercedes
2.BMW
3.Audi

Design: 1.BMW(Yes, I am a big fan of the Bangle design)
2.Audi
3.Mercedes

Reliability: 1.Mercedes
2.Audi
3.BMW

My opinion is based on actual experience. Though I've never owned a Mercedes,my dad has.From this experience, I know for a fact that out of these 3 brands, Mercedes is by far superior in reliability and longevity.My dad once had a 1988 Mercedes 300se(w126), and in almost 15 years of his ownership, the biggest failure he had was the aircon compressor that went kaput.Even the supposed valve guide seal and head gasket problem never materialised.He sold it it with 291,000 miles(465,600kms) on it.

 

[johnj]

comparing Apple to Apple, I've heard how reliable a M30 engine is!!!!

 

[docrayboy]

I think its the luck of the draw when it comes to any particular car's reliabilty...you may get a rotten-apple that shoots ups tons of problems from day one or a beauty that stays quiet despite taking all the punishment throughout the years.

 

[bimmerholic]

I think its the luck of the draw when it comes to any particular car's reliabilty...you may get a rotten-apple that shoots ups tons of problems from day one or a beauty that stays quiet despite taking all the punishment throughout the years.

That last line took my breath away.....

 

[Eggie86]

Applicable to doc la... Since he always treats his ride to powerful performance upgrades and new tyres... :top:

 

[docrayboy]

That last line took my breath away.....

Aiyo...if only you were a girl.....then I'll buy you a drink for that compliment.

 

[docrayboy]

Applicable to doc la... Since he always treats his ride to powerful performance upgrades and new tyres... :top:

Ha ha no lah eggie, 'cheap' RE001 Bridgestone Potenza Tyres lah....and still haven't done upgrade yet...waiting for final quotation.

 

[Eggie86]

Ha ha no lah eggie, 'cheap' RE001 Bridgestone Potenza Tyres lah....and still haven't done upgrade yet...waiting for final quotation.

Sure anot... I thought you said tyres are the most important investment for your car, besides performance upgrades la... Can't wait to see your newly tuned ride. :top: