Curious for feedback on drivers position ... - Page 3

Apr 26, 2012 | 02:22 AM

#51

K-A

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Porsche Macan S SportDesign / Ex M-B's: 11 & 10 & 06 E350's, 02 S500

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arrie

Try driving 7+ hours.

And you not have driving more comfortable car for a seat you have not driven much cars. Just a Chevy Tahoe has better way more comfortable seats.

You work for a MB dealer?

I've driven much more comfortable cars than a Chevy Tahoe, on long distance trips. I've also taken many Benzes on long distance trips, and Lexus', and too many others to count, to find the my E the most comfortable.

And I have driven the car for 7 straight hours. Not a complaint about comfort.

Apr 26, 2012 | 06:40 PM

#52

RNBRAD

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From: Oklahoma

W211 E320 & W212 E550

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Originally Posted by hofb99

OMG!!! I LOVE YOUR CAR!!!

The wheels are so nice (Vossen maybe?)...but anyway...it looks nice!!!

Any other pics I can drool over? What kind of wheels are those?

Oh thanks, appreciate it!!! Sorry missed the post till now, I'm bad about that. Wheels are 19'' 360 Forged Concave 10's. I don't mind sending pics, just message me with an email.

Apr 26, 2012 | 09:39 PM

#53

MCF

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E350

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Originally Posted by K-A

I have an '07 Tahoe and am infinitely more comfortable in it compared to the E 350.

Apr 26, 2012 | 10:25 PM

#54

hofb99

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From: Maryland

2012 E350W4

Quote:

Originally Posted by MCF

I have an '07 Tahoe and am infinitely more comfortable in it compared to the E 350.

Hey MCF, '07 Tahoe here too and although I agree that it's VERY comfortable...I must admit that the ride does not beat (though very close) the E... My wife's previous car was more sport-tuned and quicker (5.4-5.7 sec 0-60), so it use to be like, "Ahhhhh...back in the Tahoe", when giving her car back after taking it in for maintenance or whatever... But between the two it's really similar...but E does indeed edge out the Hoe (IMO)...

Apr 27, 2012 | 05:11 AM

#55

K-A

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Porsche Macan S SportDesign / Ex M-B's: 11 & 10 & 06 E350's, 02 S500

An E-Class obviously should be expected to be significantly more comfy than a Tahoe, but of course results will vary. Tahoe's are really comfortable though

One area I find my E to be second to none is in comfort and cruising capabilities.... except for on rough roads.

Apr 28, 2012 | 06:04 AM

#56

avanthomme

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From: Raleigh, NC

2012 E350 Sport and 2002 S500

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Originally Posted by BM2BZ

all i can say is the seats aren't the best in this segment.

I've had mine only for a few months, but used it mainly for long stretch driving (600+ miles at a time), and can say I've never felt more comfortable in a car! No back pain, muscle fatigue, etc. Prior to this I had a 2004 CLK 320 and currently also own a 2002 S500. Both do not compare. A buddy of mine who.also has some back issues loves the teutonic, supportive seats! I'm sorry you're not enjoying them.

Apr 28, 2012 | 12:56 PM

#57

Arrie

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2010 E550, 273 Engine: 2012 S550, 278 Engine

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Originally Posted by avanthomme

If the seats in the E were just a bit softer they would be awesome. For me going from MB TEX seats in the E350 to leather in E550 was very small improcement.

The seats are just too hard. Almost makes me think that years ago when seats did not have all these adjustable support features they were better being on a little bit ridgid side. With all the moving supports that the drive dynamic seat has it could be made a lot softer and you could still adjust it to support your body in correct areas.

It is like MB engineers forgot that they could take a step back in seat firmness when they added all the nice features.

Last edited by Arrie; Apr 28, 2012 at 12:58 PM.

Apr 28, 2012 | 01:19 PM

#58

rjm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Arrie

If the seats in the E were just a bit softer they would be awesome.....The seats are just too hard....It is like MB engineers forgot that they could take a step back in seat firmness when they added all the nice features.

I have to agree with Arrie. The seats in the E-Class rank a definite 3rd when compared to BMW and GS450 seating. To describe them as "teutonic, supportive seats" is being very complimentary.