Just_me

Its no secret that the press have complained on the interior in C-class saying its not the usually Mercedes standard. Same thing seem to happen to the new A4 (and A5).

Sounds to me the carmakers are starting to save cash and for instance starting to use "cheaper" materials for the interiors. BMW started it but seem improve the interior with their Facelifts instead.

The Artist

Really??
where??
ive only read that they dont like the design.. nothing about material qualit..

BMW_Owner

I have also read that interior quality is below the BMW's

Wheels carmagazine and being an Australian MAG they normally bash german cars and never normally make things up - cept when saying australian cars are better

Just_me

I cant go on an search every review but I've read it. No wait, this a Benz we're talking about, they are just flawless

Power

THis is true to every word... I have that review aswell and thats exactly what was said... sorry MB fans but if Wheels says a good word about BMW interiors it must be true

Guibo

From WhatCar comparo:
"These cars exude a feeling of quality, and achieving the desired effect takes more than just a badge. Neither the Audi nor BMW have any trouble. Both feel like they’ve been built with real care and attention, from materials that look and feel expensive. The finish is flawless and the switchgear is precise and solid, which helps both cars feel even more sophisticated.By comparison, the Merc’s cabin is disappointing. There’s plenty of soft-touch plastic on the dash, and the overall feel is solid, but there’s not the same kind of
attention to detail. Some of the plastics are too hard and shiny, and fit should be better. It simply doesn’t feel as special as its German rivals here."

- ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
"The dash layout is clear, simple and modern, while the design is appealing. But the C220 doesn’t have the same solid feel as the 3-Series or A4, and in terms of quality and materials is closer to the B-Class hatch than the E-Class executive. Given that it costs close to £30,000, it doesn’t feel special enough."
On the 3-Series:
"And although our car was fitted with £995 Dakota leather, even without this, the BMW’s cabin comes across as being a little better thought out and more solidly built than the C-Class’s."

In - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER, they were kind about the C-Class's interior, but specific ratings for the interior showed the 3-Series ahead:
"Interior materials
335i: 8.6 (1st)
C350: 7.4 (tied for last)"

Car & Driver group test:
"Mercedes C300 Sport
Lows:
...unimpressive interior materials.

Fit and finish
BMW 328i: 9/10
MB C300: 7/10"


Haven't driven either, but have sat in both of these cars. I'd say if the MB can be rated superb then so can the BMW (and then some). One needs to remember that these are relative assessments. The C-Class certainly has a nice enough interior, but that doesn't preclude others from being rated higher.

Tumbo

The A4 is such a beautiful car. In every new magazine you read last 2 weeks, all are about the new A4 and how good it is. Great job Audi! Bring on the S and RS!

The Artist

well someone did a search..and found some results..
thnx..

Just_me

I hate to be right

The Artist

^u love it
enjoy the few times you are right..haha