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Message: <blockquote data-quote="k3nny" data-source="post: 328246" data-attributes="member: 139">I was really lazy to go into detail but here i go and please bear in mind, this is my PERSONAL opinion with several assumptions i make along the way. I am comparing the the W204 C230 Avantgarde to the E90 325i and E60 525i. Avantgarde, sport versions aside, its just a matter of different kit, different interior spec levels and maybe most to most, a different spring set for different spring rates. Doesnt fool anybody into thinking the car is "sportier". <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> But anyhow, apples to apples first. Looks: I would definitely have to give my vote to the more modern look of the W204 C-class. The E90, even post-facelift looks somewhat aged next to the C-Class. The muscular lines of the car and the sweeping shoulder is very very nice next to the not really changed E90 and it makes the E90 look aged. If you are planning to modify, have a look at the AMG kits out there and compare that with the E90 M3 4 door look. I think Mercedes wins this one in my opinion. Driving: Here is where the E60 comes in. I dont own a E90 but i own an E60 525i Sports and the W204 C230 Avantgarde so thats why i use the E60 as a comparison. Comfort levels in the C230 are much better than in the E60 in terms of the suspensions' characteristics, rebound rate etc. Less unsettling over bumps on the highway.  NVH - Noise is slightly more in the C230. Maybe less sound insulation than the premium E60 but i cant say over the E90. Vibration is more in the E60 with a more communicative steering so i can assume this is the same for the E90. Harshness also worst on the BMW. All in all, as the E60 is a more premium car over the E90, its expected to fare better than the C-Class in NVH and comfort levels etc but still the C-class feels much better. I can safely say this after hopping out of the BMW, driving the C and back into the BMW which i do quite often depending on which has more fuel. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> Sporty characteristics: I think that the C-Class strikes a better compromise between comfort/drivability and handling characteristics. I think that over some surfaces in Malaysia, the E60 is too harsh and too bumpy/noisy etc etc (can you imagine the E90 then?) and i would rather have less of that communicative steering and awesome handling in return for abit of comfort and less teeth gritting everytime i go over uneven surfaces and tramlining. In terms of the interior, you only need to sit in both cars and make your decision. I know mine is with the Merc. Dont get me wrong, i love my BMW for all that she is but i think the Merc strikes a brilliant compromise. After all, im not driving on the edge everyday. In fact im most often stuck in jams which is where the merc will excel. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> Glad to be of assistance with my humble 2c.</blockquote>

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