S400 Road Noise
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2014 S400
Hi all
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
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2014 S400
There is sound on the video, I have re-checked. But whatever it is a video of a decibel meter and would only have meaning to someone who can relate to what these figures mean.
Thanks but I ran out of luck when I chose an S Class and shame on me for believing the hype.
Thanks but I ran out of luck when I chose an S Class and shame on me for believing the hype.
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Ok. I downloaded that free app you used and tested it in my car. First, the app is a piece of ****. The lowest possible whisper I could muster hit 78-80db. At 45mph on a smooth road my car registered 77-80db. And it was VERY quiet in the car.
I think it's your perception that's the problem...
I think it's your perception that's the problem...
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I also downloaded the app and used it inside the house and it was reading inconsistent high figures.
I agree with Emilner, that this could be a perception issue, have you tested the same appon your new Jaguar?
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2014 S400
Perception is not an issue. 80dB is noisy. At rest with the engine running my S400 read 58dB which is about right and shows the app is working. If you are not getting that kind of figure at rest then the app is not working. Getting a firm baseline is imperative, without it reading are meaningless.
http://elevatingsound.com/the-top-30...-by-auto-bild/
These are the types of figures to expect. I will be getting my Jag next Monday and will repeat the test.
http://elevatingsound.com/the-top-30...-by-auto-bild/
These are the types of figures to expect. I will be getting my Jag next Monday and will repeat the test.
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Perception is not an issue. 80dB is noisy. At rest with the engine running my S400 read 58dB which is about right and shows the app is working. If you are not getting that kind of figure at rest then the app is not working. Getting a firm baseline is imperative, without it reading are meaningless.
http://elevatingsound.com/the-top-30...-by-auto-bild/
These are the types of figures to expect. I will be getting my Jag next Monday and will repeat the test.
http://elevatingsound.com/the-top-30...-by-auto-bild/
These are the types of figures to expect. I will be getting my Jag next Monday and will repeat the test.
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According to this at 65mph an S500 is 60db while the jag is higher. Best of luck.
http://www.auto-decibel-db.com
http://www.auto-decibel-db.com
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2014 S400
Look. I am posting here only because MB Japan totally refuses to even look at my car.
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
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Look. I am posting here only because MB Japan totally refuses to even look at my car.
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
We in the US are spoiled with our service even though many complain about their dealers. I know that MB service in the UK, France and Germany is lousy in comparison.
Refusal of a US dealer to check on an issue like this would involve lawyers in a real hurry.
IMO moving to a Jaguar is a real downgrade. Since you know how Japanese dealers are like, a test drive before purchase would have helped.
Good luck
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Look. I am posting here only because MB Japan totally refuses to even look at my car.
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
You have not been very mature, nor articulate in this discussion. Suggestions have been made continuously and they are ignored by you. It's like you magically want a forum member to wave a wand and fix your car. Maybe it's a language barrier, but anyone who would dump a brand new $100k (US) car because of a garbage free app does not have a rational decision making process.
I hate to say it, but I'm calling troll at this point.
That's all I have to offer, checking out...
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Hi all
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
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Look. I am posting here only because MB Japan totally refuses to even look at my car.
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
The app is working correctly and the figure of 80dB is correct. I will be comparing with my Jag but a get the sneaky feeling that some people are on here with the remit of trying to defuse legitimate complaints.
As to which car is better. To each his own...
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I don't understand, why wouldn't they look at the car? Clearly if that is the true noise level there is a problem? Have you driven another new S-Class off the lot? What engine is in the W222 S400? Clearly barring you getting a lemon, a Jaguar doesn't even compared. It's a nice, but outdated and outclassed car on nearly all fronts.
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Hi all
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
Here is a video of a noise level app on my iPhone placed on the dashboard of my S400. This was me driving home on a normal Tokyo road at about 45kph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P-_...ature=youtu.be
It may not sound bad but believe me 80dB of road noise wears on the nerves.
There is a Japanese expression which may explain MB Japan`s refusal to even look at my car. It translates as "after you catch a fish you don't need to feed it".
Anyway exasperation has won and I have traded my S400 for a second hand Jaguar XJ, which will arrive early next week.
It is a pity as apart from the road noise the S400 is overall a nice car. But enough is enough.
