will_atl

Wait a minute, aren't Bentley owned by Volkswagen?

But I have to agree, massaging seats, and dynamic seat hugs were on my must have list. Heated steering wheel was on the nice to have, I live in GA, but you'd be surprised how often I used it in my 2018 Jeep, but I didn't get one this time around. Although the previous owner did get heated rear seats!

Tom in Austin

Yeah, it's funny, we get very little cold weather here but when we do, the "warmth & comfort" features are so nice! Start to warm you up almost immediately, while you're waiting for hot air from the ducts.

AR_motorwerkz

The S class does seem to have more tech and gizmos but the Bentley gives more road presence and definitely more bragging rights! Hahaha

BenzV12

Exactly my thoughts

Quenthel

It matters what you care about though. A Benltey and a Rolls will turn more eyes, that's for sure, even though a W222 isn't exactly going unnoticeable. But do you care about impressing other people more than having a safe & comfortable ride?

KingdomCometh

Where the hell do you live that Benz delivers you a loaner? Lol I live in Miami where exotic cars sell like hot potatoes and all they had left was a C Class for me at the dealership (which I was lucky that it was there and there were any left at all) and I drive a Maybach.

KingdomCometh

But Flying Spurs do have massage seats though. I literally sat in one that had it. Dunno about the heated armrests I didn’t check it out as it was daytime and 85 degrees outside.

KingdomCometh

Most people here drove these cars 30 years ago. Let me give you a current comparison, which I honestly don’t think you’re going to buy it because you would’ve test driven them by now as well as a RR, but I’ll inform for the sake of informing.

Do keep in mind I drive the s—t out of my cars. I’ve had an S450, S560, and now a Maybach. I’ve also test driven the brand new Flying Spur with the 21” rims with the comfort driving package m (not the 22” with the Mulliner sporty package). I haven’t driven a Mulsanne cause the tech is crusty and dated, but everyone has confirmed to me the Mulsanne is more akin to a RR Ghost than a Flying Spur.

The Spur is superior to the S560. Period. Better comfort, less interior rattle over bad roads, better build quality without the creaking interior and hollow doors, insulation’s about the same. It’s much faster too unless you get an AMG. Compared to the Maybach, comfort’s comparable if not better in the Bach by a bit, Bach’s more insulated, both the 560 and Bach have way better interior space as the Spur is actually sorta cramped for its long size. It’s really short inside as far as headroom and legroom in the back. Mulsanne is more comparable to the Maybach, might be more insulated not sure I haven’t tested it.

Know what’s better than all these cars? The brand new W223 S580 or W223 Maybach lol. If you don’t like the iPads then stick to Bentley for quality and comfort if you don’t like the Maybach.

If you’re OK with iPads get that. If you want ultimate luxury and build quality get a RR it’s also quieter and smoother than the new W223s. If you’re gonna listen to everyone’s opinion here get a Benz lol

will_atl

I’m right with you there, I dropped mine at the dealership this morning and I’m sitting in a GLC300 waiting to pick up my son. Every loaner my dealer has, and has had for the last few years is a A, B or C Class derivative of some kind. Years ago they had the odd E class too, but no more.

I didn’t buy from them, I just service there so I go with it, but my wife gets p!$$ed when she drops off her GLS and gets a GLA!

Sleeper Benz

Since they can be somewhat close in selling price depending on the options list I would suggest thinking about the areas you intend to drive and park the vehicle in. A super loaded S-Class or Maybach still, in my opinion and many others, looks like any other Mercedes sedan A thru S-class. This can be a good thing when you may be concerned about security as they hardly draw any attention and blend-in. I truly believe this is a design feature.

The Rolls and Bentley's in my opinion say "look at me now" and for good reason. They are beautiful works of art inside & out. Depending on your travels that may or may not be so good. Again just something to consider about police & security presence, amount of other Rolls, Bentleys & Super Cars present and availability of gated businesses, restaurants and communities. Maybe you have that already worked out

KingdomCometh

You ever parked a Maybach anywhere? My black one with the razor blade rims and all its chrome literally screams “look at me”. This gets as much attention as any Rolls. And I live in Miami where seeing these cars isn’t as abnormal lol.

Not to mention the new Maybach features the light-up Maybach badges on the C Pillars to really blend in with the common folk.

Tom in Austin

Lots of good info in these posts, thanks. Wife and I aren't "bling people", but can't deny admiring the beauty and workmanship of the Bentley. Hard part for us would be losing functionality we now enjoy in our S-class. It's hard to see a car being almost twice as expensive but not having equivalent tech and features.

happyeds

AMEN ! I've owned both and now use my S560 as my go-to cruiser.

C280 Sport

$8,000 oil changes? I had a 1999 F355 and the oils change was sub $800 at a local Euro shop. F cars are not cheap but $8,000? Idk about that. Maybe a Bugatti?

Lou B

Doc - you have been a member long enough to know that a huge number of replies are posted here are opinions, rather than supported by facts. It seems to be the nature of the beast, and I don't see it changing.

SW20S

You've been here long enough to check the date on stuff you're replying to lol

Lou B

Laughing louder - and just how does that negate my post, smart a--?

SW20S

lol, lighten up.