W223 vs W222 Side By Side Comparison
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W223 vs W222 Side By Side Comparison
BenzBlogger has uploaded a new video comparing the W223 and W222 together, hopefully these W223's start arriving so we can have some owners give us their very own comparisons.
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The W222 still looks great, that being said, I love the exterior of the W223 as well, and when spec'd with the AMG-Line exterior it looks best. I can't wait till they finally hit dealers.
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It's quite interesting how I haven't seen anyone who has said the W223 is better than the W222... Most either say the W222 is better or they're equal... I feel like the new W223 looks like a separate model; It doesn't look different/new enough to replace the outgoing S-Class but rather a different line of Mercedes (Similar to the CLS). I'm quite glad this is the case as the current gen W222 will age better than previous models (W140/W220). I'm curious as to what other people think; Do you agree or disagree with what I said? Why?
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It's quite interesting how I haven't seen anyone who has said the W223 is better than the W222... Most either say the W222 is better or they're equal... I feel like the new W223 looks like a separate model; It doesn't look different/new enough to replace the outgoing S-Class but rather a different line of Mercedes (Similar to the CLS). I'm quite glad this is the case as the current gen W222 will age better than previous models (W140/W220). I'm curious as to what other people think; Do you agree or disagree with what I said? Why?
For that inevitable reason, I’ll likely switch to the W223 after it’s been out a few years and/or when/if they modify the current dash using the hyperscreen.
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I agree to an extent; Previous MB models have had larger changes (exterior wise) compared to the W222 -> W223. Similar to the 2018 to 2019 G Wagon, I don't think the W223 will date the W222 like the W222 dated the W221. Both share LED lights & simple styling. Interior dating is a different story, though.
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Oh I like her, had not noticed the big difference in grill angle till she said it. The w223 is too much too quick for us to contemplate imho, so I'll take the w222 for now.
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I am starting to feel the W223 is too hot and too cold at the same time. MB must be feeling it's 'Just right".
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I like everything about the new S-Class except the dashboard.
It's like seeing a gorgeous Centerfold quality girl with a big hairy mole in the corner of her lips......
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Those chrome vents, imho, on the dash are going to be a distraction\glare off the window…
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Although not a fan of the exterior styling, it wouldn't deter me from picking one of these up. However the interior is just too much, I just can't get over it, and to think they are putting this tablet design in the new SL roadster. Amazing.
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I would even prefer a face-lifted W221 over the W223. The dash /tablets on the W223 is why I won't ever be interested. I like tangible buttons with specific functions. Too much time scrolling and looking down for my taste. I know all cars are heading that way so I'm going to cling to my 2019 W222 as long as I can.
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It's quite interesting how I haven't seen anyone who has said the W223 is better than the W222... Most either say the W222 is better or they're equal... I feel like the new W223 looks like a separate model; It doesn't look different/new enough to replace the outgoing S-Class but rather a different line of Mercedes (Similar to the CLS). I'm quite glad this is the case as the current gen
W222 will age better than previous models (W140/W220). I'm curious as to what other people think; Do you agree or disagree with what I said? Why?
W222 will age better than previous models (W140/W220). I'm curious as to what other people think; Do you agree or disagree with what I said? Why?
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I get the tech comment (hopefully the W222 won't have leaking evaporators which require the entire dash to be disassembled like the W140's). From a looks standpoint the W222 is a much more elegant looking car than the W140 which I find to be pretty boring. I would say even the much maligned W220 was a better looking car.
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I get the tech comment (hopefully the W222 won't have leaking evaporators which require the entire dash to be disassembled like the W140's). From a looks standpoint the W222 is a much more elegant looking car than the W140 which I find to be pretty boring. I would say even the much maligned W220 was a better looking car.
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I think both cars look great but one thing that wasn’t apparent to me until I saw both side-by-side is how much the front grill sticks out on the W223. I think if they simply made it flush like the W222, it would look a lot better.
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It's quite interesting how I haven't seen anyone who has said the W223 is better than the W222... Most either say the W222 is better or they're equal... I feel like the new W223 looks like a separate model; It doesn't look different/new enough to replace the outgoing S-Class but rather a different line of Mercedes (Similar to the CLS). I'm quite glad this is the case as the current gen W222 will age better than previous models (W140/W220). I'm curious as to what other people think; Do you agree or disagree with what I said? Why?
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I drive both on any given day. We are truly blessed to be able to. These are personal opinions on those:
The W223 handles better, feels lighter on its feet. The large touch screen on the W223 is easier to navigate then all the roller knobs and various buttons located throughout the dash and console on the W222. The seats are more comfortable in the W223.
However, the interior looks more elegant in the W222. The W222 is more quiet and feels like your riding on a smooth sheet of glass. The W222's exterior looks more elegant and is more frequently recognized by others as a high end Mercedes. If the parking is sketchy, we take the less costly W222
The W223 handles better, feels lighter on its feet. The large touch screen on the W223 is easier to navigate then all the roller knobs and various buttons located throughout the dash and console on the W222. The seats are more comfortable in the W223.
However, the interior looks more elegant in the W222. The W222 is more quiet and feels like your riding on a smooth sheet of glass. The W222's exterior looks more elegant and is more frequently recognized by others as a high end Mercedes. If the parking is sketchy, we take the less costly W222
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I drive both on any given day. We are truly blessed to be able to. These are personal opinions on those:
The W223 handles better, feels lighter on its feet. The large touch screen on the W223 is easier to navigate then all the roller knobs and various buttons located throughout the dash and console on the W222. The seats are more comfortable in the W223.
However, the interior looks more elegant in the W222. The W222 is more quiet and feels like your riding on a smooth sheet of glass. The W222's exterior looks more elegant and is more frequently recognized by others as a high end Mercedes. If the parking is sketchy, we take the less costly W222
The W223 handles better, feels lighter on its feet. The large touch screen on the W223 is easier to navigate then all the roller knobs and various buttons located throughout the dash and console on the W222. The seats are more comfortable in the W223.
However, the interior looks more elegant in the W222. The W222 is more quiet and feels like your riding on a smooth sheet of glass. The W222's exterior looks more elegant and is more frequently recognized by others as a high end Mercedes. If the parking is sketchy, we take the less costly W222
It’s nice to hear all opinions positive and negative. But it’s truly refreshing to hear an informed and balanced approach.
You are in a truly unique position to have both models at your disposal and compare them side by side.
Thank you!!
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