C-Coupe 7G still shifts like Sh*t
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C-Coupe 7G still shifts like Sh*t
Top Gear today posted a comparison test between the current C Coupe, the new BMW 4-series and the Audi A5.
As to be expected, the 7G gives the worst fuel economy and shifting, describing the paddle-commanded shifts as "smudging", which in TG-Speak is "like stepping in a dogpile". Here is the quote:
"The Merc has the worst economy, for which we can partly blame the automatic gearbox (a plain old torque-converter, rather than a dual-clutcher). It holds onto gears where cleverer 'boxes shift up, and even in manual mode - when you take control with flappy paddles - it doesn't like being told what to do, smudging shifts when you want a crisp change."
The full review link:
http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/bmw...-a5-2013-12-04
As to be expected, the 7G gives the worst fuel economy and shifting, describing the paddle-commanded shifts as "smudging", which in TG-Speak is "like stepping in a dogpile". Here is the quote:
"The Merc has the worst economy, for which we can partly blame the automatic gearbox (a plain old torque-converter, rather than a dual-clutcher). It holds onto gears where cleverer 'boxes shift up, and even in manual mode - when you take control with flappy paddles - it doesn't like being told what to do, smudging shifts when you want a crisp change."
The full review link:
http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/bmw...-a5-2013-12-04
Last edited by Acapulco Bill; Dec 4, 2013 at 01:28 PM.
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Couldn't agree more. C-class wasn't meant to be sporty at all in the first place, its all about the smoothness and comfort.
We can also focus on how freaking loud the VW 2.0T is when idling or how poor BMW reliability is.
We can also focus on how freaking loud the VW 2.0T is when idling or how poor BMW reliability is.
Last edited by snowmuch; Dec 4, 2013 at 12:32 PM.
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They fail to mention that the A5 is heavier that the C-Class and the 2.0t is way under power. Turbo lag is terrible due to low pressure turbo. I came from Audi and it was bad. Gas per mile in the A5 is not much better than the CClass. In all honesty, I won't take what top gear says to the bank. Too much of a funny show.
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I think that's the first time I've heard of an auto-enthusiast complaining that the the transmission holds gears (while the others shift up).
Either way, I have noticed that my C250 in Sport mode behaves like my F30 328i in Comfort mode. Both are Luxury models (or Luxury Line in BMW speak). The BMW is more immediate in throttle response and much more harsh over the road. The C250 is simply quick and luxurious....but far from "sporty" in Luxury trim (with comfort suspension).
Coming from VW DSG.....I'll never drive a DSG again. YUCK.
Either way, I have noticed that my C250 in Sport mode behaves like my F30 328i in Comfort mode. Both are Luxury models (or Luxury Line in BMW speak). The BMW is more immediate in throttle response and much more harsh over the road. The C250 is simply quick and luxurious....but far from "sporty" in Luxury trim (with comfort suspension).
Coming from VW DSG.....I'll never drive a DSG again. YUCK.
