Is C300 really that slow?
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2018 E300 4MATIC Sedan
Strfry,
I would love to hear more information regarding your decision to trade in your 335 on the C class. I often think about trading mine in for a 335, but I just like the way the Benz looks so much better ( plus, I have read about numerous problems with the engine in the 335 ). So, what prompted the switch ?
Thanks,
Nick
I would love to hear more information regarding your decision to trade in your 335 on the C class. I often think about trading mine in for a 335, but I just like the way the Benz looks so much better ( plus, I have read about numerous problems with the engine in the 335 ). So, what prompted the switch ?
Thanks,
Nick
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2010 C300 luxury
I never had a 3 series, but I believe they are more powerful than the MB C300. I have had a BMW Z4 and a 530 which were both very powerful and really can't be compared to the C class. If I wanted performance, I would have stayed with BMW. Maybe a new 335 with the single scroll turbo.
The MB C 300 is perfect for me at this time. I am much tamer and older now.
The MB C 300 is perfect for me at this time. I am much tamer and older now.
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2009 E350 Sport
Strfry,
I would love to hear more information regarding your decision to trade in your 335 on the C class. I often think about trading mine in for a 335, but I just like the way the Benz looks so much better ( plus, I have read about numerous problems with the engine in the 335 ). So, what prompted the switch ?
Thanks,
Nick
I would love to hear more information regarding your decision to trade in your 335 on the C class. I often think about trading mine in for a 335, but I just like the way the Benz looks so much better ( plus, I have read about numerous problems with the engine in the 335 ). So, what prompted the switch ?
Thanks,
Nick
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From: Phoenix, AZ
2013 C250 Coupe
Yea, comparing the c300 to a 335i was a bad example, sorry. Honestly, when I had test drove the c350, I could not really tell a difference in acceleration, and what it boiled down to was the fact I could fit more goodies and options into my budget with the c300.
@Nickcats-
Yes, our cars do look better
! The main problem I had with my 335i was actually with their version of the "keyless-go." The minor problem was that for some odd reason you are required to stick the key into the ignition even with the start/stop button. Now for the major problem, on two occasions my car would not recognize the key (or the spare) so I would be stuck stranded until a tow truck could pick my ride up, bring it to BMW, and they would reconfigure the key. If you have the keyless-go for Merc, they sort of solved this issue by being able to remove the start/stop cap and manually turning the ignition. Main thing for me though is that I really no longer speed- just cruise - and I noticed this even in the last year I had the 335i. So for me, I rather load my car up with gadgets and what not and sacrifice the speed-- In my opinion, I think the handling is about equal, just different.
@Nickcats-
Yes, our cars do look better
! The main problem I had with my 335i was actually with their version of the "keyless-go." The minor problem was that for some odd reason you are required to stick the key into the ignition even with the start/stop button. Now for the major problem, on two occasions my car would not recognize the key (or the spare) so I would be stuck stranded until a tow truck could pick my ride up, bring it to BMW, and they would reconfigure the key. If you have the keyless-go for Merc, they sort of solved this issue by being able to remove the start/stop cap and manually turning the ignition. Main thing for me though is that I really no longer speed- just cruise - and I noticed this even in the last year I had the 335i. So for me, I rather load my car up with gadgets and what not and sacrifice the speed-- In my opinion, I think the handling is about equal, just different.
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werewolf,
Suprisingly, the c350 is actually closer performance wise to the 328i.
According to Edmunds :
6.4 0-60 & 14.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 328 and
6.2 0-60 & 14.5 in the 1/4 for the Benz 350
and
5.0 0-60 & 13.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 335
Strfry,
Thanks for the response ! That sucks about the keyless go in the BMW, but I am happy to hear you feel the handling is similar...
Enjoy !
Nick
Suprisingly, the c350 is actually closer performance wise to the 328i.
According to Edmunds :
6.4 0-60 & 14.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 328 and
6.2 0-60 & 14.5 in the 1/4 for the Benz 350
and
5.0 0-60 & 13.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 335
Strfry,
Thanks for the response ! That sucks about the keyless go in the BMW, but I am happy to hear you feel the handling is similar...
Enjoy !
Nick
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2008 C300 Sport 6 Speed Manual, 1953 Chevy Bel-Air, 2015 Audi allroad, 1963 Chevy Apache
werewolf,
Suprisingly, the c350 is actually closer performance wise to the 328i.
According to Edmunds :
6.4 0-60 & 14.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 328 and
6.2 0-60 & 14.5 in the 1/4 for the Benz 350
and
5.0 0-60 & 13.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 335
Strfry,
Thanks for the response ! That sucks about the keyless go in the BMW, but I am happy to hear you feel the handling is similar...
Enjoy !
Nick
Suprisingly, the c350 is actually closer performance wise to the 328i.
According to Edmunds :
6.4 0-60 & 14.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 328 and
6.2 0-60 & 14.5 in the 1/4 for the Benz 350
and
5.0 0-60 & 13.6 in the 1/4 for the BMW 335
Strfry,
Thanks for the response ! That sucks about the keyless go in the BMW, but I am happy to hear you feel the handling is similar...
Enjoy !
Nick
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After my C55 and numerous BMW's including M3 and M5, I'm quite enjoying my C300 Sport 4Matic. It's a welcome change for me (practical in the Northeast) and I don't feel the need to jump from stoplight to stoplight. It is smooth and allows me to enjoy a relaxing drive. I could never drive some of my past cars the way they begged to be driven without attracting too much attention. I can always get my excitement when I go to Germany every 1 to 2 years for work. The C300 has a enough power for the way I drive. I like that it is not turbo-charged nor direct-injected (the way a lot of manufacturers seem to be going now but with their own unique problems). I avoided BMW because I hate the run-flats and am not crazy about the designs. The C300 works for me, at least for now.
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After my C55 and numerous BMW's including M3 and M5, I'm quite enjoying my C300 Sport 4Matic. It's a welcome change for me (practical in the Northeast) and I don't feel the need to jump from stoplight to stoplight. It is smooth and allows me to enjoy a relaxing drive. I could never drive some of my past cars the way they begged to be driven without attracting too much attention. I can always get my excitement when I go to Germany every 1 to 2 years for work. The C300 has a enough power for the way I drive. I like that it is not turbo-charged nor direct-injected (the way a lot of manufacturers seem to be going now but with their own unique problems). I avoided BMW because I hate the run-flats and am not crazy about the designs. The C300 works for me, at least for now.
How are you enjoying it as opposed to the C55? (not factoring in all-wheel drive but general driving feel, solidity and fun). Obviously the bigger engine and more power would make it more fun, but i'm just curious how you feel the w204 drives vs. the w203 because I drove a w203 before my current car and I really enjoyed the way it drove. The only real complaint I had was that the steering was a bit dead and heavy at points.
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In the interest of this conversation, I pulled some comparison numbers this morning :
All data was pulled from the manufacturer's web site except 0-60 times for the Infiniti and Acura which were pulled from Edmunds. Prices reflect published base model with no options. I used automatic and non-AWD data to try and keep everyone on the same playing field.
Most HP - Infiniti
Least HP - Audi
Lightest - BMW 328
Heaviest - Acura TL
Cheapest - Audi A4
Priciest - BMW 335
Fastest - Infiniti
Slowest - MB C300
Least lb / hp - Infiniti
Most lb / hp - Acura
Keep in mind, there are discrepancies in 0-60 times between published numbers and actuals. For example :
BMW 335 - Edmunds shows 5.0 0-60, BMW web site shows 5.6
BMW 328 - Edmunds shows 6.4 0-60, BMW web site shows 6.9
So, the Infiniti may not actually be the fastest ( and the Acura numbers may be higher then warranted as well )
Nick
All data was pulled from the manufacturer's web site except 0-60 times for the Infiniti and Acura which were pulled from Edmunds. Prices reflect published base model with no options. I used automatic and non-AWD data to try and keep everyone on the same playing field.
Most HP - Infiniti
Least HP - Audi
Lightest - BMW 328
Heaviest - Acura TL
Cheapest - Audi A4
Priciest - BMW 335
Fastest - Infiniti
Slowest - MB C300
Least lb / hp - Infiniti
Most lb / hp - Acura
Keep in mind, there are discrepancies in 0-60 times between published numbers and actuals. For example :
BMW 335 - Edmunds shows 5.0 0-60, BMW web site shows 5.6
BMW 328 - Edmunds shows 6.4 0-60, BMW web site shows 6.9
So, the Infiniti may not actually be the fastest ( and the Acura numbers may be higher then warranted as well )
Nick
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In the interest of this conversation, I pulled some comparison numbers this morning :
All data was pulled from the manufacturer's web site except 0-60 times for the Infiniti and Acura which were pulled from Edmunds. Prices reflect published base model with no options. I used automatic and non-AWD data to try and keep everyone on the same playing field.
Most HP - Infiniti
Least HP - Audi
Lightest - BMW 328
Heaviest - Acura TL
Cheapest - Audi A4
Priciest - BMW 335
Fastest - Infiniti
Slowest - MB C300
Least lb / hp - Infiniti
Most lb / hp - Acura
Keep in mind, there are discrepancies in 0-60 times between published numbers and actuals. For example :
BMW 335 - Edmunds shows 5.0 0-60, BMW web site shows 5.6
BMW 328 - Edmunds shows 6.4 0-60, BMW web site shows 6.9
So, the Infiniti may not actually be the fastest ( and the Acura numbers may be higher then warranted as well )
Nick
All data was pulled from the manufacturer's web site except 0-60 times for the Infiniti and Acura which were pulled from Edmunds. Prices reflect published base model with no options. I used automatic and non-AWD data to try and keep everyone on the same playing field.
Most HP - Infiniti
Least HP - Audi
Lightest - BMW 328
Heaviest - Acura TL
Cheapest - Audi A4
Priciest - BMW 335
Fastest - Infiniti
Slowest - MB C300
Least lb / hp - Infiniti
Most lb / hp - Acura
Keep in mind, there are discrepancies in 0-60 times between published numbers and actuals. For example :
BMW 335 - Edmunds shows 5.0 0-60, BMW web site shows 5.6
BMW 328 - Edmunds shows 6.4 0-60, BMW web site shows 6.9
So, the Infiniti may not actually be the fastest ( and the Acura numbers may be higher then warranted as well )
Nick
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It's hard not to factor in the 4Matic because it really changes the dynamics even in the dry. Sure it feels heavier and slower but I don't race my cars (especially since it only has 600 mi on it right now 
). The C55 was definitely more spirited and you could get into trouble with it in wet. I also needed snows to get around in Winter. About steering, I didn't find either one bad or that numb at all. In fact, I had more complaints about a few of my BMW's in that department (e.g. severe tramlining and needing to make steering corrections all the time,... very tiring). Some people like that about BMW's ("road feel"). Don't get me wrong, not all my BMW's drove that way and I certainly liked some of them. My favorite was probably my E36 M3. The C55 was also good but not practical for me. MB wins hands down in the design department, especially exterior.
). The C55 was definitely more spirited and you could get into trouble with it in wet. I also needed snows to get around in Winter. About steering, I didn't find either one bad or that numb at all. In fact, I had more complaints about a few of my BMW's in that department (e.g. severe tramlining and needing to make steering corrections all the time,... very tiring). Some people like that about BMW's ("road feel"). Don't get me wrong, not all my BMW's drove that way and I certainly liked some of them. My favorite was probably my E36 M3. The C55 was also good but not practical for me. MB wins hands down in the design department, especially exterior.
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C300 should be more than adequate!
The C250 with 4-matic is a bit slow (201hp)...
I test drove a S550 (rated 5.4 sec from 0-60mph) and floored it, what interesting is you don't feel a super strong pull, but the speed went up fast...
So "feeling fast" means "unrefine" in my dictionary...LOL
The C250 with 4-matic is a bit slow (201hp)...
I test drove a S550 (rated 5.4 sec from 0-60mph) and floored it, what interesting is you don't feel a super strong pull, but the speed went up fast...
So "feeling fast" means "unrefine" in my dictionary...LOL
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That's all ive been hearing on this forum...the C300 is painfully and irritatingly slow...well that has me wondering...what about the owners of the early W211? in 03 when it was released, the V6 engine was the E320, with 221 hp, which is EVEN LESS than C300. In that heavy of a car, 221 hp is nowhere near enough, but 0-60 was 7.1 secs, same as C300. So whats soo bad about the C300? If it really is that slow, then i bet the owners of E320 are probably banging their heads on walls cuz they didnt opt for the V8 
