Mercedes Question: 2007 E-Class vs 2008 C-Class

AMGAffalterbach · 08-07-2011, 03:26 AM

MBWorld,

This is my first post on the forum after being a long time reader. Next year I am buying a Mercedes-Benz sedan. My question is that for about the same price I can get a 2007 E-Class with nice options OR I can get a 2008 C-Class (likely a C300 Sport), which one should I choose?

I am not looking for specific listings at this point but I desire a balance between class/awe-factor and sportiness. Obviously, I am not going to buy an AMG at this phase in my life but performance numbers are, in general, important to me although I am not down to the millisecond mark on that - just in general. I like the E-Class's very nice interior that is, to me, very high quality. But the C300 of a year later seems to be sportier and very very well built as well. I am a younger guy that wants a sporty sedan and also luxury not typically found in cars of men my age (women are important as I must admit). What are your personal opinions? Additionally, is the newer C-Class safer than the "previous generation" E-Class (before the major redesigns)? Miscellaneously, drilled rotors, SatNav, engine torque/HP (petrol only), safety features, performance look, sound system, and reliability are important to me as well. I would consider an AMG sport-kit as well if it did not cost me too much extra and came with the car I was buying.

Thanks to all in advance.

~AMGAffalterbach

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khizdawhiz · 08-11-2011, 04:08 AM

I currently own a '03 Mercedes E320 Sport, which is the "non-Facelifted" version of the 07 E Class. It's a really nice car, I also own a c300 Sport 4matic Black on Black. Go for the E Class. Seats are much more holding, and made of better material, and hold you in tighter, Trunk space is much greater, rear seat space is more, Interior is made of much better quality material, and your getting more out of your money with an E class.

AMGAffalterbach · 08-11-2011, 11:56 PM

That is what I think I am going to do after test driving both. Thanks.

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08-11-2011, 04:08 AM	#2
khizdawhiz Newbie 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Glen Cove NY Posts: 2 Drives: 2003 E320 Sport	I currently own a '03 Mercedes E320 Sport, which is the "non-Facelifted" version of the 07 E Class. It's a really nice car, I also own a c300 Sport 4matic Black on Black. Go for the E Class. Seats are much more holding, and made of better material, and hold you in tighter, Trunk space is much greater, rear seat space is more, Interior is made of much better quality material, and your getting more out of your money with an E class.

08-11-2011, 11:56 PM	#3
AMGAffalterbach MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Highlands Ranch, Colorado, USA Posts: 1,201 Drives: [2007] Mercedes-Benz E550 4Matic	That is what I think I am going to do after test driving both. Thanks.

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