is HUD worth it?
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I like it, too, but usually wear polarized sunglasses, so I have to move my head a little to see it.
I agree that it displays redundant info, but it is especially nice when driving fast or in heavy traffic and you don't want to divert your gaze from the road. (I'm not totally trusting Distronic yet.
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I agree that it displays redundant info, but it is especially nice when driving fast or in heavy traffic and you don't want to divert your gaze from the road. (I'm not totally trusting Distronic yet.
)The HUD is a feature I wish was in the E. I definitely expect to see it in the W213 coming up next year or so.
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From: BELGIUM
2015, W205, C 220 BlueTEC AMG Line
Personally, I don't use it. But this depends on whether you prefer enjoying such gizmo, OR, paying attention to the road, and drive knowing at a given moment what gear/speed you're at.
I didn't have the chance to customize the car, as it came pre-loaded with almost everything. 1K is not bad for small tunes (if interested of course).
I didn't have the chance to customize the car, as it came pre-loaded with almost everything. 1K is not bad for small tunes (if interested of course).
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From: Antwerp, Belgium
C220 Bluetec Estate (2015)
Personally, I don't use it. But this depends on whether you prefer enjoying such gizmo, OR, paying attention to the road, and drive knowing at a given moment what gear/speed you're at.
I didn't have the chance to customize the car, as it came pre-loaded with almost everything. 1K is not bad for small tunes (if interested of course).
I didn't have the chance to customize the car, as it came pre-loaded with almost everything. 1K is not bad for small tunes (if interested of course).
It takes a couple of weeks before you start using it properly. But then it's really worthwhile.
And you can use the HUD while paying attention to the road. That's the whole point of it.
Anyway, not sure how you can "guess" what speed you're doing without looking at your speedometer?
I suggest you give it a chance and try it out for a couple of days.
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From: Hagerstown Maryland
2015 W205 C400 4Matic
Drove a few Bimmers recently at their Ultimate Driving Experience in DC and they all had the HUD, kinda bummed my C400 doesn't have it. Next car will have the active LEDs, HUD, and the Driver Assistance package for sure.
