mis3

I am wondering if 4-matic is a good option to have.

I live in Toronto and my daily commute is a w209 (CLK320). There are a few big snow days every year that I have to be extra careful driving this Rwd car even with 4 snow tires. Sure this is inconvenient but is it worth it for the extra money and weight to have 4-matic all year long?

StanNH

Yes.

C_Class_Dad

yes, for rainy days too (hydro planing)

StanNH

Hydroplaning typically involves a total loss of traction on all four wheels, and even all wheel drive won't help much. It will help go if there is anything to grip, including snow, loose gravel, and even ice if it's not too slick. It will not help in steering or braking, which depend more on the tires than anything else. For winter driving, a combination of good winter rubber plus AWD is the best way to go.

mis3

Also, since i tend to keep a good car for many years (11 years with this w209), would there be a big difference in mainenence for 4-matic models?

Steve71

Although you're planning to keep it a long time, eventually you will need to trade or sell it (I assume you'll own, not lease for 11 years). Unless it's a hopped up car, the market is clearly 4 wheel drive cars. You may not find much of a market for a rear wheel drive car.

Also, MB doesn't sell Rear Wheel Drive cars in Canada. So you'll have to buy in the US and import. Besides some difficulties importing (buying with a Canadian address, warranty coverage to mention two) the exchange rate right now is a total killer.

mis3

You are right. I just checked the Canadian MB site and all 2016 C, E and S sedans are 4-matic. Strange since there are not much snow in the west coast like Vancouver.

I am actually interested in the new 2017 C Coupe and its interior and mechanics will be similar to the C sedans. Resale values of coupes (excepting the exotics) are general not good so I am not expecting too much money for my trade-in.

Serhan

wrong post...