noob question
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mercedes
noob question
so,i've never driven a mercedes benz before but i have driven a bmw and it does feel very different from the commercial brands(ford,chevrolet)and i was wondering how is the handling in a mercedes? does it feel any different from driving a ford,chevrolet,nissan?
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2011 E350 Sport 4Matic - P2 & Drivers Assist / 2010 C300 Sport 4Matic - P2 / 2013 Porsche Cayenne S
In one word; yes. It's hard to explain it in words but yes there is a difference. I love my Mercedes and the way it handles. I loath going away and driving rental cars because I'm so used to my car. The best thing you can do is to stop by your local dealership and go for a test drive and see for yourself about the handling of the car.
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2008 C350 Black/Black Leather, P2, 18" AMG, Pano, illuminated door sills, chrome handles, long wait
Those 'commercial' brands are more concerned that the handling/steering is there, and it works. Mercedes and BMW etc are more concerned with how it 'feels' so yes, its different. And not to discount the other cars, its just a preference thing. Some people don't care how their car handles, they just want to sit on a pillow and have lots of gadgets. Eh, but those people buy Lexus...
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From: San Antonio
2008 C350
depends on what mode you are in....soft in cruise mode and heavy in sport mode (especially when you downshift)
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2008 C350 Black/Black Leather, P2, 18" AMG, Pano, illuminated door sills, chrome handles, long wait
Yes, MBTex is right, it feels much firmer in sport mode as to be more direct with acceleration. I can't say if its as stiff as the BMW but it is rewarding to drive!
