2012 Mercedes c250 Coupe vs 2012 Infiniti G37 Coupe?

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2012 Mercedes c250 Coupe vs 2012 Infiniti G37 Coupe?

Answer 1

2012 Mercedes C250 Coupe Specs

Answer 2

Ok, let's get this out of the way: I own a 2011 C250 Sedan. However, I'll tell you this. If you're looking for speed and driving thrills, don't even bother with the C250. It's SLOW spelled with capitals, to the point where my previous Nissan Altima felt faster... The G37 definitely has the performance down. The 3.7 V6 is a quite something, it can keep up with those 335i out there. Handling is great as well, car always feels planted even when driving enthusiastically. However, the engine does feel slow to respond and is somewhat drones at times. The C250's 1.8 turbo is great for everyday use though. It has plenty of low-end torque, quick to rev and very frugal. At times like this when gas costs you nearly an arm and a leg, this is something to consider. For the interior I believe that nobody can top Mercedes. The interior has a classy quality yet understated design all around, and everything you can touch is built very solid. The G37 feels like a prettied up Maxima in the inside. I get the feeling that Infiniti tried too hard to make the G feel like a luxury vehicle, resulting in too much chrome and fancy buttons. To be honest, I don't like it. Another thing I want to point out is the weight of the doors. The G37 has pretty light (cheap?) doors, vs the 'Closing the Bank-Vault' feeling when closing the doors on the Mercedes. As for the reliability, I have no issues (yet?) at 21000kms other than a burnt bulb that was replaced under warranty. The C250 isn't loaded with unnecessary features like the more expensive models, and reliability of the W204 has been pretty good. So this shouldn't be too much of an issue. So in layman's terms, for luxury and style, go C250. For sportiness and driving thrills, take the G37.

Answer 3

I would go for the Mercedes C250 Coupe. You get the superb German engineering and reliability, plus a great looking ride with LED lights. The Infiniti G37 Coupe just looks too boring on the side. Most likely the Infiniti G37 has better handling though, but since you care more about safety and quality, definitely go for the Mercedes. The Germans are known for their extreme attention to safety standards, especially Mercedes which constantly innovates in safety technology. Also, Mercedes is much more prestigious, the most out of any luxury brand. Infiniti is made by Nissan unfortunately.

Answer 4

Both are great choices, i think the g37 looks more slicker and is probably easier to handle. But the benz is also great in that it has legendary german reliability, and has great power, its 4matic system is next to none. I have a benz and its so sick, its really worth the 80 grand i paid. But man i love both cars so much. If ur gonna get an suv or saloon, go with benz, sports coupe, take infiniti

Answer 5

Both the G37 coupe and Mercedes Benz C250 coupe are great cars but the G37 has established a more serious place in the luxury performance market due to its long term reputation in this segment. The Mercedes C250 coupe is fairly new to the luxury market going up against the Infiniti G37 coupe, BMW 3 series coupe & Audi A5 coupe. Over all the most competitive and respected rivals in the entry level luxury coupe segment has always been the Infiniti G37 coupe and BMW 3 series coupe which dominate the market. The Mercedes Benz C250 is a nice car but it carries none of the driving dynamics that the Infiniti composes, it does not out perform the G37 let alone the BMW 328i/335i coupe unless of course you enter AMG territory. The prime difference between the two is that the C250 coupe is basically a Luxury sport "appearance" vehicle while the Infiniti G37 actually accomplishes being a Luxury sport "performance" vehicle. Keep in mind Mercedes tends to attract a much older demographic while BMW and Infiniti primarily attract a more younger demographic. In terms of performance the C250 has no chance up against the G37 coupe. The C250 coupe composes a fairly anemic 1.8 liter engine emitting only 201 HP while the the G37 attains an impressive 3.7 liter V6 producing a potent 330 HP making it the class leader of standard horsepower against its rivals in its class. Infiniti has been the only competitor that has been able to come to par with the excellent driving dynamics of the BMW while Mercedes tends to lack its overall enthusiasm under its hood, regardless it makes up for it with its refined and supple interior. The only reason I could think of that would sway you in the direction of the Mercedes is the fact that its life cycle has just begun, so a redesign isn't expected for another 4-5 years while the G37 has come to the end of its life cycle and will enter production in spring of 2013 as a 2014 model. Also keep in mind that Infiniti & Mercedes Benz are now partners so the next generation G37 coupe will be based off the C-class coupe platform with a longer wheel base and more engine variants. The 2014 IPL G37 coupe is getting a 3.7 liter twin turbo V6 producing 530 HP inspired from the GTR and tuned by LOTUS!! AMG based engine's are expected to filter down into Infiniti's IPL segment by 2014 as well. With Mercedes & Infiniti swapping technology and platform designs, Infiniti will essentially be the first Japanese Luxury brand with German DNA!! Between the two the G37 is the most sensible choice if you are a Luxury sports car enthusiast.