‘Mercedes’ naam toh suna hi hoga. I know it is one of the cheapest statements I can ever manage to write. But trust me this one of the best introduction I could possible fetch you with. Mercedes is actually one of the popular car manufacturing brands in India and across the globe as well. Even my 4 year old nephew knows what does Mercedes stands for. This brand has been graced with many coolest vehicles which have had toped the charts every now and then. There are many top vehicles from this car company and we have limited space. So, fortunately unfortunately I’ll be choosing only the best possible vehicles from this company and will be updating you with their details.
Mercedes Benz C Class
Mercedes, doesn’t the name seems familiar to you?Oh hell, yes it does. Only a fool won’t be able to know what a Mercedes is. So, first and foremost this car makes its own statement the moment we say ‘Merc’. Besides the famous name of its brand, this car also posses a superb cool body. Those right curves on the right places and the detailed lines etched across its front to back make it even better looking. To support your pocket size, this car is available in four engine options. This car is available in C200 K and C220 CDI petrol engine, C250 diesel engine and a super performance C63 AMG engine. The ride quality is really comfortable and to add to this comfort this car is available with the comfort features lined up for the passenger and driver. Hmm… though this car could have been much sportier than it actually is but still you just can’t be wrong if you just adopted the keys of this car with a little fee against it.
Engine Options:
1799cc\ 2148cc\ 2497cc\ 6208cc
Powertrain:
5 speed automatic\ 7 speed automatic (2497cc & 6280cc)
Power:
178 Bhp @5600 rpm\ 170 Bhp @3700 rpm\ 201 Bhp @6100 rpm\ 457 Bhp @6800 rpm
Torque:
24.5 Kgm @4500 rpm\ 41.8 Kgm @2000 rpm\ 25 Kgm @5500 rpm\ 61.18 Kgm @5000 rpm
Thumbs Up:
The all round performance.
Thumbs Down:
Not as sporty as it can be.
Head on Competitors:
BMW 3 series, Skoda Superb and Audi A4
The Catch:
Rs 29 lakhs to Rs. 57.8 lakhs.
Mercedes Benz E Class
After much thought and less distinction from its predecessor, the all new Mercedes Benz E Class was launched recently. I might have overstated myself but this car actually isn’t very different from its predecessor except for the new sporty stance this car is graced with now. Anyways don’t just judge from what I said earlier, as I was only cribbing because this car doesn’t look much different from its predecessor but wait, it is much more different in its performance than the former one in its performance. But let us first describe how does it look like? This car is sophisticated yet sporty. It looks like the much older version of Mercedes that has been awarded with modern curves. Now, the performance is awesome. Wait, awesomer. No, not yet over its awesomest. I know there isn’t any word like aweomest but then there are no words which can describe its performance. This much edgier and much aggressive car is available in 5 engine options. I know I have blurted enough bad about this car but still this car stands out in the sea of various other cars. So, it is clear that this car is one of the best cars in its category and therefore undoubtedly the best buy.
Engine Options:
3498cc\ 2987cc\ 2497cc\ 2143cc\ 1796cc
Powertrain:
5 speed automatic (2143cc & 1796cc cc)\ 7 speed automatic
Power:
272 Bhp@6300 rpm\ 231 Bhp@3800 rpm\ 203 Bhp@6100 rpm\ 203 Bhp@4200 rpm\ 183 Bhp@5600 rpm
Torque:
36.2 Kgm @4500 rpm\ 55 Kgm @1600 rpm\ 25 Kgm @5000 rpm\ 51 Kgm @1800 rpm\ 29 Kgm @4000 rpm
Thumbs Up:
Quality, ride quality, handling, awesome engines and their performance and the all new sporty look of this car.
Thumbs Down:
Nah, not much to complain about.
Head on Competitors:
BMW 5 series and Audi A6
The Catch:
Rs 39 lakhs to Rs. 65 lakhs.
Mercedes Benz S Class
I tried to ask many of my friends why they like this car. But beside that contempt smile I didn’t get anything else as answer. So what about this car makes them smile? I mean, there is such a tough competition (Audi A8, BMW 7 series and Porsche Panamera) under this category but then this car still tops the chart. How? Hmm… let’s see. This car is definitely elegant, class apart and makes a statement of it own. Inside, the comfort features definitely makes you feel like one of those who always gets the preferential treatment. This car is available in 4 engine options. The best of the lot is the 12 cylinder AMG engine. I’ll borrow some words from my close friend who seems to love this car, “this car now, might not be the best car amongst its category but it is very close to the best”.
Engine Options:
3498cc\ 2987cc\ 4663cc\ 5980cc
Powertrain:
5 speed automatic\ 7 speed automatic
Power:
305 Bhp@6500 rpm\ 256 Bhp@3600 rpm\ 432 Bhp@5250 rpm\ 625 Bhp@4600 rpm
Torque:
37.4 Kgm @3500 rpm\ 63.1 Kgm @1600 rpm\ 71. 3 Kgm @1800 rpm\ 102 Kgm @2300 rpm
Thumbs Up:
Comfort, luxury, comfort, luxury, comfort, luxury, comfort… I just can’t help myself
Thumbs Down:
You really expect me to say something and make a fool of myself.
Head on Competitors:
BMW 7 series and Audi A8
The Catch:
Rs 82.7 lakhs to Rs. 2.80 crores.
Mercedes Benz SLK Class
Ok so today I’ll be revealing why I have an unclaimed love for convertibles, not that you care but I need to tell you. The moment I look at one of the convertibles, a sudden gust of breeze filled romance and the tenderness hits my tummy and makes me go week in my knees. Yeah, you are allowed to laugh but it is my personal feeling and none of your business. Chuck that. Ok, so this car is again one such car which literally pulls you towards it and hold on to your eyeballs until you actually starts liking it. Besides the looks, this two seater car delivers an amazing performance. All the three engines are the best amongst their category not that there are many options available in this category. Handling, ride quality, feel, and everything else about this car are simply amazing. To sum it up in just one line, this car is simply amazing.
Engine Options:
1796cc\ 5439cc\ 3498cc
Powertrain:
5 speed automatic\ 7 speed automatic
Power:
182 Bhp to 520 Bhp
Torque:
25.2 Kgm to 64 Kgm
Thumbs Up:
The feeling you get while driving this car and the performance of its engines especially the AMG one.
Thumbs Down:
Not much of a choice is available.
Head on Competitors:
BMW M3 and BMW Z4
The Catch:
Rs 45.7 lakhs to Rs. 85.5 lakhs.
Mercedes Benz SL Class
Convertible after convertible, I love it. Ok, so after the unchained melody of Mercedes SLK, now its time for the unruffled Mercedes Benz SL Class. Like the one mentioned above, this car is also a two seater, amazing looking car. The best feature that I personally feel about this car is the time this car unfolds or fold the hardtop roof. This car has been graced with a very different yet aggressive looks. Besides the looks this car is also similar to the SLK Class in its performance. Performance of this car is simply amazing. This car will seriously thrill you with its performance especially of the one you are driving sports an AMG engine.
Engine Options:
6208cc\ 5513cc
Powertrain:
5 speed automatic\ 7 speed automatic
Power:
182 Bhp to 520 Bhp
Torque:
25.2 Kgm to 64 Kgm
Thumbs Up:
Looks and performance
Thumbs Down:
Choice?
Head on Competitors:
Audi TT and Audi R8
The Catch:
Rs 57 lakhs to Rs. 1.5 crores.
Mercedes Benz ML Class
So Mercedes actually keeps a track of its consumer demands. This ML Class offered by Mercedes is a mid size sports utility vehicle. This SUV is better known for its off roadability. This SUV is again one of the best looking SUVs in town, just like any other vehicle by Mercedes. This SUV caters to the high class with its price ranging from Rs 62 lakhs to Rs. 66.5 lakhs. Anyways the price of this SUV doesn’t deter us from appreciating its true beauty. From inside this SUV will make you much engrossed with its ultimate comfort toys. Also this SUV will give you a much relaxed feel with the help of its elegant and class apart interiors. This SUV is available in two engine types. Both the engines deliver an exceptional performance especially on off-roads.
Engine Options:
3498cc\ 2987cc
Powertrain:
7 speed automatic
Power:
272 Bhp@6000 rpm\ 224 Bhp@3800 rpm
Torque:
35 Kgm @3500 rpm\ 51 Kgm @2800 rpm
Thumbs Up:
Its off -road skills and the build quality
Thumbs Down:
Ride quality
Head on Competitors:
BMW X5
The Catch:
Rs 62 lakhs to Rs. 66.5 lakhs.
Mercedes Benz GL Class
Ok, so first and foremost would some body tell me what the difference between ML and GL Class is? I know that is my job, but trust me I’m as confused as you are right now. So, lets try and uncover the mystery that why Mercedes have manufactured same vehicle with two names. This SUV has five seating capacity just like ML Class. It looks exactly same as to the former one. Performance is also exactly similar. So, where is the difference? Ah… the difference is the variants available. While the ML Class is available in two variants this SUV is available in only a single engine option. This SUV, the company claims is one notch above the previously discussed one, but if it is just because of the variants then I doubt it.
Engine Options:
2987cc
Powertrain:
7 speed automatic
Power:
224 Bhp@3800 rpm
Torque:
52 Kgm @2800 rpm
Thumbs Up:
Its off road skills and the build quality
Thumbs Down:
Ride quality
Head on Competitors:
Audi Q7
The Catch:
Rs 66.5 lakhs.
Mercedes Benz R Class
Ok, so this vehicle right here by Mercedes is the high end option in the MPV category. One generally opts for Mahindra Xylos and others under this category, but if you want to add a touch of class in them then my sincere suggestion would be Mercedes Benz R class. This MPV is available in only a single engine option. But the engine has enough grunt to keep you satisfied (we are talking about the power of this vehicle and nothing else). Being one of the ‘Mercs’ innovation, this vehicle assures you the safety. This MPV is definitely a family vehicle. Best for picnics where you want more space to fit in the luggage, as this MPV has multiple luggage option. So if you want a luxurious and comfortable ride for your entire family and your ready to shell out a little more than you actually intend to, then this MPV is the best option in front of you.
Engine Options:
3498cc
Powertrain:
7 speed automatic
Power:
272 Bhp@6000 rpm
Torque:
35.6 Kgm @5000 rpm
Thumbs Up:
The unknown X factor.
Thumbs Down:
Its minivan traits
Head on Competitors:
BMW 5 GT
The Catch:
Rs 58 lakhs
