4s vs BMW 550xi msport vs cls550 4 matic

Sep 12, 2011 | 10:35 PM

BRETT0429

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4s vs BMW 550xi msport vs cls550 4 matic

I need help I'm deciding tomorrow I drove the 4s love it I even like the look the inside is awesome handling great the speed funny enough I think is slowest. The cls is new design the engine is great but a little worried about handling plus I feel it looks a little Girly or something
The 550xi m sport the cheapest but also timeless look plus you can get dinan software getting it to 500 HP handling should be in middle of the 2 and fastest with upgrade.
Porsche has wow factor look and handling wise have to buy lease stinks
Cls newest look great engine but something is holding me back
BMW I love BMW know that I can get a great 2 year lease beat on it pay nothing extra out of my pocket and move on after 2 years. But I feel I will get sick of BMW to fast.
I don't want to say money doesnt matter but I don't want that to play that much into decision something makes me say Porsche one day BMW the other I think Mercedes is in last.
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Brett

Sep 13, 2011 | 01:15 AM

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You're comparing cars that are pretty different from each other. The 5-Series has a timeless look firstly due to its more upright Sedan/3-Box look (and the cars design is also taken into account), it's M-B equivalent is the E-Class. The CLS looks like the E-Classes pretty Sister, as it takes on a more feminine form of design beauty, rather than a stately and timeless one (again, CLS VS the Luxury Sedans).

The premium you pay in the CLS is mostly fashion/style oriented, and it lacks in function over the Sedans. The main reason somebody pays the CLS premium is because the design blows them away, and if it doesn't for you, I'd go for the 5-Series. Better value and a more functional design.

If money isn't an object so much, I'd go for the Panamera, however, as it seems to combine both of the other two cars in a way. Most people seem to find it pretty hideous, and I did as well, but I'm shocked to say that I think that I actually like it ONLY when equipped properly (and it has to be lightly and tastefully modded) and in the right color.

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Sep 13, 2011 | 11:03 AM

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Did you just say the CLS looks girly

..lol seriously I'm not sure how you are seeing that..but KA hit everything on the nail. Yes I agree, the E and CLS are pretty much fraternal twins(the CLS is the sexier one..the one with the big ***** and big behind

)..So if the design isn't attracting you, keep it moving. Most find the porsche either super sexy or horrendously hideous. I don't think its that bad with the turbo kit. I'm assuming the 4S is the one with the slow V6. And I can understand why you would get bored with the 550..it's the plain jane of the three(like KA mentioned it shouldnt be in this group, the 6 series would). With that being said..I have no clue which you should pick lol

Sep 16, 2011 | 10:53 PM

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I'd take the recently unveiled 2012 911 Carrera over everything (if your not in a rush)! We love our Porsche (Cayenne S) and I've driven a few 911's and have not one negative thing to say about it. That being said, if you need passenger space, you'd be lucky if you can fit two children in the back of the Porsche, it will fit a car seat though. We also had a 2009 CLS 550 that my father traded for an S550 4-matic but due to the recent availability of 4-matic to the CLS it seems he will be switching back. If you need the space, go for the CLS, if not, the 911 is a timeless beauty that won't disappoint. Happy shopping

Sep 16, 2011 | 11:08 PM

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The new 911 looks great but that's an Apples to Notebooks comparison. Much less size and space, and 2 doors. Not to mention, the price for a moderately spec'd 911 will be waaaay more than a 5-Series or CLS.

Sep 17, 2011 | 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by K-A

Well understood but I was pretty much agreeing to what you just said, apples to notebooks is right but it varies by individual (family, use, performance, comfort, etc...) and the OP is in the market for either it seems. And being that $ isn't so much of an issue, even though the Carrera 4 will set you back a considerable amount, you won't regret it. It all comes down to a matter of preference. Also, if one doesn't mind the outgoing Carrera4 [still a beauty], you may be able to pick one up at around invoice. Might I add, I myself would be torn between the two because I think the new CLS is one of the most beautiful cars on the road.

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Nov 18, 2011 | 04:13 AM

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I would not compare BMW 550 with CLS, because it should rival to E-Class. But Panamera and CLS have a lot of things in common. Anyway, here is very detailed review of both: 2012 CLS550 vs. 2012 Panamera . Besides comparing the characteristics of 2 models, this review is from the shoppers point of view. It shows what you get for what you pay.... Check it out.