Cross shopping with the S5
06-15-2017, 02:19 PM
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Polar White C43 Sedan
Here is the C&D full review of the S5. The C43 outperforms the S5 by a considerable amount.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ll-test-review
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ll-test-review
2 tenths isn't a considerable amount in the 0-60 or 1/4 mile especially since it's unlikely they were both tested on the same day in the same conditions.
I'd want to see a same date test to confirm just what differences, if any there are.
06-19-2017, 11:43 AM
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My business partner has a 2016 S4. I would take a C43 over an S4/S5 100 out of 100 days. In my opinion, the Audi doesn't compare in styling - especially interior.
06-23-2017, 03:25 PM
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Mercedes AMG C43 ,Mini JCW & Skoda Octavia RS
I would consider this S5 sportback jf I don't stick to Mercedes after my C450 lease end 🤔 the exterior is not as aggressive as the previous S5 though.
The interior is nice, but if MB would throw the "iPad" within the dash like the E Class, I would no doubt prefer the MB interior over Audis.
Performance wise, I'd say neck & neck.
You'll probably find more options for the S5, in terms of aftermarket/tuning options.
The interior is nice, but if MB would throw the "iPad" within the dash like the E Class, I would no doubt prefer the MB interior over Audis.
Performance wise, I'd say neck & neck.
You'll probably find more options for the S5, in terms of aftermarket/tuning options.
06-25-2017, 03:26 AM
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Here is the C&D full review of the S5. The C43 outperforms the S5 by a considerable amount.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ll-test-review
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ll-test-review
Depends on what you consider outperforms, to me it seems to be 0-60 only.
There are other aspects to owing a car.
06-25-2017, 01:53 PM
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The braking performance on the S4 is jawdropping--that's the same stopping distance as a McLaren 570S! Great interior noise level too--close to what a S Class or A8 would do.
I still prefer my C43 overall though.
06-25-2017, 02:33 PM
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WTF is wrong with lexus?? RC 350 F Sport; 3.5 L V6 AWD with 306 HP; 0-60 in 6.0 sec; Fuel economy 19/26. Who is buying them with those numbers??
I know. Couldn't resist.
I know. Couldn't resist.
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06-25-2017, 05:32 PM
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But it will go to 300k with nothing but oil changes, and the dealer will treat you like royalty every time you come in. Lexus does some things very well.
06-25-2017, 08:54 PM
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I am not disputing those facts. But, even a Toyota can do that. Also, I am not panning the lexus brand as a whole. They make some great cars. However, I believe the RC 350 F sport doesn't make sense. For something that as "F Sport" in it's name, those numbers are very underwhelming. If you argue that it is just a luxury vehicle and isn't supposed to be sporty, look at the fuel economy numbers. If you argue that it is a sporty vehicle and isn't supposed to be economical, look at the 0-60 numbers. Even the base price isn't that attractive. Only a couple thousand dollars less than the C 43. I mean to me this vehicle doesn't make sense to buyers from any segment.
