The 2020 BMW 4 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class are pretty close rivals. They have many of the same features, but there are still key differences between the two. These differences are why they’re marketed to different people, however. U.S. News lays out what each one has to offer and what makes each one unique. …
Most people buy SUVs for the extra space they can provide. So when it comes to luxury midsize SUVs, how does the Mercedes-Benz GLE do?
The Mercedes-Benz Metris and the Ford Transit Connect are both smaller vans which offer both a passenger and cargo version. The van segment is perhaps not one of the most exciting, but it is popular. These people and stuff carriers are an important part of the automobile industry. They carry families around town and they …
Some people, when they’re looking for reliable used luxury, go for simpler classic models. However, it’s perfectly possible to find modern luxury cars that aren’t prone to breakdowns. And that even applies to German marques like BMW and Mercedes. Although some of Mercedes-Benz’s cars haven’t scored well in reliability ranks, there are others which have. …
Many luxury car fans choose Mercedes-Benz vehicles if they need powerful engines and sophisticated interiors. For sedan shoppers, it’s hard to beat a Mercedes-Benz C-Class in terms of overall quality. Given its low price and good reliability, it’s also a great value on the used market. However, a Mercedes-Benz can also be a hassle in the …
Getting a good new car deal at any time of the year is a good thing, however, waiting for a holiday weekend, like the Fourth of July, can yield an even better deal. Persistence can definitely pay off and if you’re looking to venture out to a car dealership this weekend, then are some potential …
It seems like everyone these days has a smartphone. Children, adults, teenagers, and even our grandparents tote around the new iPhone, and whether we like to admit it or not, our smartphones are a big part of our life. They give us a world of knowledge at the touch of a button, stay connected to …
Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs have a good reputation for reliability and retaining resale value. The Toyota 4Runner is no exception. Each Toyota shares the brand name, but still each are different. What is it about the 4Runner that makes its price so expensive––even used? New and used Toyota 4Runner SUV pricing The current fifth …
So, you want to know which van is the most efficient cargo van. Whether you are buying work vans for a fleet or hitting the road in a van life conversion, efficiency is one of the most important boxes to tick. Full-size-cargo van efficiency doesn’t just stop at gas mileage. Comparing commercial van cargo capability …
While you can find inexpensive used luxury cars—even Rolls-Royces—cheap to buy doesn’t necessarily mean cheap to own. Plus, while modern cars have more features, they can actually work against you with luxury cars. ‘One more thing’ means ‘one more potentially-expensive thing to break.’ However, simplicity and ease of maintenance, along with styling, are some of …
Mercedes-Benz vehicles are known for having the best interiors and plenty of nice engine options. The automaker is one of the only manufacturers that hasn’t had a significant decrease in sales due to COVID-19. While other rivals may be cheaper, a Mercedes-Benz often has more features, which makes it a better value. Still, a car’s …
Mercedes-Benz is quite arguably the biggest name when it comes to luxury vehicles. While the brand is known for producing high-quality, luxurious performance cars that stand as a symbol for status, Mercedes-Benz actually makes one of the most affordable luxury cars on the market. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class may be one of the brand’s cheapest …
When it comes to work vans, cargo vans, and passenger vans, the Ford Transit dominates the US market. Other options such as the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or the Nissan NV are also compelling choices. But the Ford Transit or––T-Series as some call it––is the class leader in many ways. Sure, it doesn’t offer a V8 like …
The 2018 Lexus LS was a redesign of the well-loved Lexus luxury sedan. Lexus often lets generations live a long time before the introduction of a new one. Lexus models are also know for offering a little competition to some of the German luxury automakers such as BMW, Audi, and Mercedes. It’s actually still a …
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC is no doubt one of the most beautiful looking SUVs on the used car market today. They are still new enough to have the modern style of the newest generations of Mercedes-Benz and are old enough to have depreciated a great deal. You can find a 2016 model used for as …
The G-Wagen, or G-Wagon as we know it here in the US, is easily one of the coolest and most capable SUVs. It is a pop culture icon seen in music videos and song lyrics by artists such as American rapper Post Malone. The 400 plus horsepower twin-turbo V8 doesn’t hurt its reputation, either. Now, …
We currently live in a world where large SUVs and crossovers currently dominate the marketplace, however, small sedans like the Mercedes-Benz A-Class exists for those looking for something smaller and luxurious. The A-Class competes with the likes of the BMW 2 Series, Audi A3, and Acura ILX, but it offers the type of elegance that …
The Mercedes Sprinter has been a popular choice for both cargo van and camping van since the days that it was assembled in the US by Dodge. And for good reason. It is a good van. Many people who have owned one have bought a second. But sometimes brand loyalty isn’t the best factor to …
When it comes to the perfect work van or camping van, it’s essential to pick the best van. The Ram Promaster and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are both great options that could make deciding which van to buy difficult. So, let’s compare their specs to determine which option is better. The Ram Promaster VS The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter …
For 2020, the Ford Transit cargo and passenger vans have seen some welcome updates. Though it isn’t a complete redesign, the popular full-size van gets a mid-cycle refresh. Some changes are cosmetic, while some of them go deeper. But is the new 2020 Ford Transit better than its previous models? Apart from the all-new grille …
Buying a luxury car can mean spending tens of thousands of dollars extra over buying a standard vehicle option, but there are a lot of benefits to paying the price. We’ve seen the expensive options offered by Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, and many other luxury car manufacturers, but you don’t have to buy their most expensive …
Mercedes-Benz has been producing jaw-dropping luxury cars for years. But what is the most reliable car in the company’s lineup?
One of American rapper Post Malone’s most well-known songs repeats the lyric: “G-Wagon, G-Wagon, G-Wagon…” But does he own one? According to one source, this Mercedes truck does not live in his garage. But he does own some pretty interesting cars. Let’s take a look at Post Malone’s car collection. But first, let’s put one …
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a top choice for both the workhorse utility vans and vanlife camper builds. It’s a great choice, too. In fact, with a diesel engine, a Sprinter will easily see a lifespan of over 300,000 miles. As long as you stay on top of regular maintenance, the longevity of a Mercedes Sprinter …
Despite having ‘coupe’ in its name, the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe is still a German 4-door sedan. One that has both a sportier trim—the BMW M235i Gran Coupe—and several rivals. But between the M235i, Audi S3, and Mercedes CLA 35 AMG, which is the better stylish, fast sedan? YouTube team Throttle House wanted to find …
Mercedes-Benz as a car manufacturer is known for its luxury sedans and coupes, its sporty AMG cars, and its racing heritage. There is one name you’ve probably heard in reference to the highest models of luxury Mercedes-Benz has to offer, and its the Maybach. The 2020 Maybach Sedan, or rather the 2020 Maybach S 560 …
It’s a pretty general consensus: the ProMaster cargo van doesn’t have much going for it. If you want something cheap and mildly competitive in its class, the Ram ProMaster cargo van is your dream come true. But if you want a van that handles well enough to actually enjoy driving, you’ll want something else–– like …
Since Miley Cyrus bought herself a $75,000 Mercedes-Benz convertible for her sweet sixteen, her love for nice cars has only grown. Her celebrity status and hard work as a musician paid off and she keeps a luscious car collection at her disposal. And one thing is certain: Miley has a taste for luxury sports cars …
You might have noticed that luxurious features are becoming more available on nonluxury cars. The realm of affordable luxury in the car industry is growing rapidly and has even prompted actual luxury brands to rethink their lineups as well by introducing more appealing “entry-level” options. Because of this, it’s getting easier to find both value …
These two are popular work vans, passenger vans, and road trip haulers ready to take on van life. They each boast impressive capabilities and both the 2020 Mercedes Sprinter and the 2020 Ford Transit are good at their jobs. Whether on the job or a seasonal tour of the mountainous back roads of Colorado, drivers …
Large vans have been enjoying a surge in popularity. They are not just working vans anymore, they are van life vessels and passenger vans as well. They are a great choice for large families and many of them are built into epic overlanders. But how do you choose between the 2020 Transit and the 2020 …
While necessary emissions regulations are starting to thin its lineup, AMG has always offered high-performance Mercedes models. Sedans have been especially well-represented in its history. Today, BMW offers several 600+ hp sedans, and Dodge has one with over 700 hp. And, as Doug Demuro recently explained, it’s thanks to the 2003 Mercedes E55 AMG. How …
There’s no shortage of fast SUVs and crossovers, especially from Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker’s AMG crossovers have been so successful, they’re pushing out some of the sedans. And even if they’re not electric, the larger crossovers are quicker than many expect. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63, for example, is a 7-seat crossover that …
The Mercedes-Benz A220 versus the Mazda 3. Though this isn’t a comparison that seems super obvious, the more you think about it the more it makes sense. Automobile Magazine drove vehicles for their All-Star testing and found that they continued to find reasons to compare the two sedans. Automobile Mag says the cars are on …
Despite the SUV’s seeming supremacy, wagons are still in demand. Especially from luxury brands like Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker is planning on expanding its wagon lineup. Mercedes has often offered a variety of luxury vehicles, such as a 500-hp minivan and even an E-Class pickup. And if you’re after a car that combines …
Protesting, rioting, and looting continue throughout the US over video showing the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. Looting became so widespread from coast to coast that rioters are now breaking into car dealerships and stealing vehicles. On the west coast, a number of new car showrooms were vandalized, set on …
If you don’t want a minivan but are in need of a vehicle that can accommodate lots of passengers and cargo, then a large SUV is the natural go-to. As you’re shopping around though you’ll see that obtaining a good large SUV gets pretty pricey. The alternative here to save money would be to buy …
Sometimes compact SUVs are the right choice, but sometimes, only power will do. Developments in V8 engine technology have let engineers pack a lot of power into smaller displacement engines, and U.S. News set out to find the best SUV with V8 power under the hood. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE is the one that came …
During the Back-to-the-Future movie series, there is a scene where Biff rams his car into a manure truck. The collision triggers the back of the truck to unload its stinky product into Biff’s convertible. That was the movies right? That does not happen in real life, does it? Don’t be so sure. A video has surfaced of a Mercedes meeting …
You may have heard the phrase “the rich will get richer,” but what happens when a rich person actually does get richer? Well, if you’re Ellen Degeneres, then you buy a bunch of Porsches to go along with your Portia. But if you would rather not drive because you’re too busy being rich, then you …
The Ford F-150 is widely known as America’s best-selling full-size pickup truck and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is widely known as Germany’s luxury full-size sedan. The two couldn’t be any more different as one is made for hauling and towing duties and driving through the mud, while the other is better suited for weekend drives and …
Usually, when we think of Mercedes-Benz, we think of exceptional performance and luxury. Most of the time, the carmaker lives up to our expectations, but that was not the case with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. When it was new, the 2015 C-Class sedan made a big splash because of its striking redesign and tech features. …
If you’re stuck between choosing from the 2020 BMW X5 and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE- Class, we’d say you’re in a pretty great spot. The X5 and the GLE are basically the top dogs of the luxury SUV class because of their driving dynamics and elegance. Here we will help you determine the best option …
Because rising values often keep vintage vehicles stuck in the garage, classic car and motorcycle replicas offer economical experience alternatives. For example, instead of an original Shelby Cobra, you can get Factory Five’s kit. Some, like Pur Sang’s Bugattis, are replicas in the truest sense, i.e., made with the same methods as the originals. Others, …
The 2020 Genesis G80 is the new luxury car on the block, and it’s ready to go head to head with the Merecedes-Benz E-Class.
In case you missed it, 9 Mercedes-Benz owners and experts gathered over Zoom for the first-ever #ConcoursdeZoom virtual automotive showcase. Among the famous celebrity participants were Jay Leno, Ludacris, and Martha Stewart. During the panelist discussion, Martha Stewart praised her 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS 550. She shared about her long commute to the office and how she depends on that opportunity in her vehicle each day to be successful. Like many of us, she uses that time to keep up with emails and calls. …
Is it a wagon? Is it a car? The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC is, quite simply, a luxurious crossover with the best features of the C-Class and the E-Class together in one snazzy midsize SUV. Bigger than the 2015 GLK-Class, it still manages to exude elegance and the Mercedes-Benz cachet while being one of the most …
The Mercedes-Benz brand is well known for its reliable and high-tech lineup of luxury cars. Even with the ongoing pandemic, the automaker hasn’t been suffering from any lost sales. Four of its 2019 models, including the E-Class and GLC, earned Top Safety Pick awards from the IIHS. A new Mercedes-Benz is pretty pricey, but a …
The Mercedes-Benz E-class has been the manufacturer’s most popular, best selling models for several years, and the 2021 year will have all new features with a lot more to offer. Updates The new E-class is updated inside and out. Complete with new headlights, the front end received a much-needed facelift. A new grille and front …
One of the most dangerous habits that a driver can make it to let go of the steering wheel. Whether you are letting go to reach for something in the passenger seat or to check your phone – another big problem altogether – when you let go of your steering wheel you are taking a …
