[Niko ZV]

Originally Posted by solstice

The current Benz design language is the worst in history IMO. The Bentley/Rolls wannabe rear end is ostentatious and has zero sporty air to it. It fits the S-Klasse ok but that's it. The interior is equally ostentatious and off putting to me, though it does look more modern in some ways.

well said...

[IS3andME]

Originally Posted by solstice

The current Benz design language is the worst in history IMO. The Bentley/Rolls wannabe rear end is ostentatious and has zero sporty air to it. It fits the S-Klasse ok but that's it. The interior is equally ostentatious and off putting to me, though it does look more modern in some ways.

Soooo, how does the E compare to the new G30, is the question. And Bentley and Rolls have distinct rear ends apart from each brand.

[Mbbrewer]

The E class exterior already looks dated next to the G30. The interior is nice...for my grandpa

[YMB-M3-J2]

Originally Posted by Zirenz2006

E Class looks like a tired old mans car and that dashboard is downright hideous, looks like they put a shelf on top of a dash

Thank you... i dont get how people can like that flat dash with that stupid screen. That stupid mouse thing on the center console is horrible and very cumbersome to use. The column gear selector is too old school and no fun in a sporty driving situation when you arent using paddle shifters. MB is just different and IMO i hate it.

[luvthestck]

Compare the body panel gaps between the two.Disappointed

[P1 PET]

Originally Posted by Levente_CSL

theres no comparison here. G30 just beats the shit out of that merc in every possible way. its so much better looking car

It is quite funny you judge the cars based on just exterior look. But, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Mercedes gives a lot more attention to details than BMW does. Materials, seat adjustment buttons, radio/ac switches, door handles, window control buttons, diamond stitching seats, leather dash with contrast stitchings, and speaker grilles etc that you touch in Mercedes just feel more luxurious, superior quality and more expensive. Interior of E Class looks quite similar to S class which also share many same things and designs with a more upper class luxury vehicle like Maybach. Not everyone is looking for cars with aggressive look or sporty design and drive like sport cars, otherwise they'll all be buying just cars from Porsche. I'm sure G30 will be sold well all over the world, but it just seems designers in Munich put little effort when rolling out so called the all new generation BMWs.

The way Porsche Panamera has done with it's screen integration is way cooler and more modern than that cheap looking screen of G30.

[DD335i]

G30

[R N M]

G30 over Eclass in every way......New E is hideous and interior design is for 50+ old women.

Panamera puts both of them to shame.

[P1 PET]

Originally Posted by Blindside_137

I can't remember the last time a Mercedes sedan design got me excited. They literally look like bloated whales.

The G30 looks great in this comparison.

I actually like C63 AMG sedans which sound so much deeper and meaner than M. The look is not everything!

But, G30 exterior is a step up from F10 IMO. Have to see one in person to judge, though.

[scheneider]

exterior BMW, interior Mercedes

[Carnook]

The 5 looks sleek and elegant. The E looks like it's hunched over and tense.

5 all the way.

[jackaleyess]

Originally Posted by DeeKay

For the next 30 years I would as well ... by then I'll be old enough for a Merc

By then.. Perhaps 60 years old? Lol..

[P1 PET]

2017 AMG E63S will have a 4 liter V8 with a whopping 600 HP, 565 Torque, and 0 to 62 in 3.5 secs. Looking forward to the new M5.

[krnnerdboy]

finally a 5 I would buy. Looking fwd to trading my f80 in for one as I'm looking for a more daily biased ride.

[P1 PET]

Now let's compare it with the rival E Class from the Mercedes Benz since this thread is about comparison...

[P1 PET]

540i M Sport







M550i xDrive





530e iPerformance





530d xDrive Diesel Luxury Line

[GLTSRY1905]

Drove the new E Class about 2 weeks ago. First thing i've noticed was how "tight" the interior was. I don't know what it is with the new C and E but the interiors feel quite cramped. Poor design in terms of space management imo.


The one thing i truly dislike about the g30 is the tail lights. They have a certain cheap look. Same thing for the m4...

Idk bmw is lacking when it comes to tail lights. Still using halogen and shit come on bmw!
It's almost 2017...

Waiting for lci to get leds is ridiculous

[P1 PET]

With the holy halogen reverse light on the all new BMW 5 Series...

[TodmordenLad]

I don't think the current E class is much of a threat to the new 5, based on initial impressions. The new 5 is a handsome car with well balanced proportions and sharp styling. The E is awkwardly styled, with an odd, bulbous rear and an over-stated front end, not to mention the woeful range of engines in the UK. Will be interesting to see what the journos say when they compare the new 5 with the 2nd gen Jag XF, however

[P1 PET]

Originally Posted by TodmordenLad

I don't think the current E class is much of a threat to the new 5, based on initial impressions. The new 5 is a handsome car with well balanced proportions and sharp styling. The E is awkwardly styled, with an odd, bulbous rear and an over-stated front end, not to mention the woeful range of engines in the UK. Will be interesting to see what the journos say when they compare the new 5 with the 2nd gen Jag XF, however

E Class has a lot of similarities with the upper class ultimate luxury car like Maybach. It is like you're getting a very, very expensive vehicle for a lot, a lot less money. I think the people who enjoy driving with sportiness and dynamics will choose the 5 and those enjoy travelling from point a to b with comfort, elegance, and luxury will pick the E.

[polly]

I just picked up my new e350d a few days ago.
I also own an f80 and a e92 m3.
although I don't have a lot of miles under the belt yet for now what I can say is if you have stressful day at the office and just want to get home at the end of the day in rush hour traffic, there's no other car I would rather be in then in my e class.
the safety features in this car is in a league of its own like pre safe hearing and side impact protection. I also drove the new 730d and the e class is much much more silent.
the autonomous driving in this car is in another league. the one in the 7 is more of a hit and miss especially the steering assist.

[N & M]

Originally Posted by c63er

The e class looks better in pictures. When you see it in person you will have a hell of a time differentiating from the c class. And when you do differentiate you will realize it's actually worse.

The g30 seems to be leaps ahead as far as looking more cohesive and more modern. Assuming it looks better in person as most bmws do

Agreed. The G 30 looks much sharper and sporty in the flesh provided you spec the bigger wheels of course.

The interior although familiar by now in detail, refelects a sense of higher quality that takes it to another level from F10.

The real point will be how they differ in dynamics. I really hope the BM pulls an M2 and comes back to that hallowed BMW experience.