Drivers who are looking for a luxury mid-size car almost automatically check out the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It can’t be avoided because of its superb capabilities and premium features. The latest E-Class has been added with more sophisticated styling and technology that made it more irresistible to buyers.
The 2019 BMW 8-Series is considered as an ‘80s revival mainly because of its classic good looks. It also helped that the company are applying a few tweaks in the design and features to make it attractive both in style and technology. While many people love retro styles nowadays, is the 8-Series charming enough to take down the E-Class?
Design & Style
The exterior of the E-Class is sophisticated with its voluptuous silhouette. Although it looks very reminiscent of the classic Mercedes-Benz designs, the E-Class is added with other details to make it relevant to the currently preferred styling of consumers. The slightly longer roof is one of the improvements and it made the E-Class look more defined.
The 8-Series flaunts it’s being an all-American muscle car with its extravagant length and other visual assets. The trapezoidal cues on its front intersect to form letter X shapes that serve as a frame for the tailpipes and brake ducts.
Technology & Safety
The COMAND® infotainment system is standard on the E-Class. It works great on its own but maybe enhanced depending on the trim. It is simple to connect with the available integration of both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
For 8-Series, in-car tech seems to be not a priority since it lacks some features that are always standard on other luxury vehicles. It does not have Android Auto integration and the available Apple CarPlay is free for only a year.
Performance
The driver can choose the level of performance from the variety of power that different trims on the E-Class come with. The base model, for example, has a 241 hp engine that is already perfect for a spirited drive. The steering is also sufficiently weighted and offers stress-free handling. The overall road performance is predictable so you get to have a better feel on your driving style.
The 8-Series comes as either a coupe or convertible. Both styles have a V8 engine for a maximum of 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. Too much is expected from this set up which is why it is disappointing how it has a notable delay in acceleration.
The Bottom Line
The 2019 BMW 8-Series is a supercar when it is on its own. It, however, failed to shine when compared to the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The latter is solid on its performance and its styling is impeccable. The 8-Series also looks good and has a powerful engine but it failed to impress on the tech front making it look inferior to the E-Class.
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