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BMW 7-series vs Mercedes S-Class









It builds the ultimate driving machines, but does BMW make the ultimate luxury car? We pitch the all-new 7-Series against the Mercedes S-Class to find out.

t takes a special car to claim the top spot in the luxury class. Not only does it need to be supremely comfortable to drive, but it must also offer first-class accommodation in the rear. Outside of the realms of the super-rich Rolls-Royce and Maybach arena, Mercedes’ S-Class has ruled the roost since its launch in 2005.
Its blend of seamless ride and hand-crafted build quality has left rivals trailing in virtually every area. But coming second is not something BMW’s engineers are used to. The new 7-Series aims to take the luxury car crown from one of the best in the business.
The controversial lines of the previous-generation model have been ironed out to leave a more conventional shape, while the fresh interior takes the BMW’s comfort to an all-new level.
Add the kind of technology that wouldn’t go amiss in a car driven by James Bond, and you should have a mesmerising luxury saloon.
Here we bring the two arch rivals together in an exclusive test. Our Mercedes is a long-wheelbase S320 CDI – the ultimate premium Merc. The stretched version of the diesel 7-Series won’t be added to the range until next year, so for now we slip into the standard car to see if it can claim one of the most coveted class titles in the world.


Full Car Reviews



1st Mercedes S320 CDI L

When it comes to luxury saloons, the S-Class is a tough act to beat.

• View Mercedes S320 CDI L

2nd BMW 730d SE

Flagship luxury cruiser gets a more conservative look, while occupants can play with a raft of hi-tech kit

• View BMW 730d SE

Verdict


Both of our contenders have been built with one simple aim in mind: to be the best car in the world. There’s no doubt that the new BMW 7-Series is a strong candidate for that accolade. It’s packed with cutting-edge technology, while also being beautifully built, spacious and great to drive. It has amazingly low running costs for this sector, too.
But the bland looks are a disappointment, while its relative lack of refinement is a big oversight for such a luxurious model.
You certainly can’t fault the hushed and cosseting nature of the Mercedes. There’s also a real sense of occasion to the S-Class, whether you’re travelling in the back or sitting behind the wheel. What’s more, the Merc feels as if it has been engineered without compromise. When money is no object, the S-Class still reigns supreme.

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carrevi...es_sclass.html

The new 7er looks so freaking good. I've seen this grey colour in real life - its a stunning colour.

It's just some bullshit from Autoexpress. Remember what The Artist said about the new 7-series. Enough said!!

We had another review between 7er and S-class and guess what, the testers did like the design of the 7er better than the S-class. What does that tell us? That design is subjective

Of course it is,personally i much prefer the looks of the new one over the old but i also have to agree on the conservative looks compared to the extravagant E65

Compare to the last 7-series, the new one is bland but rather that than being ugly

S-Class please.

M

I havent driven it..

so all my comments where just from viewing and feeling..

PS
S class rocks though..and soon even more

I know you havent driven it, I was just talking about the design comments. But you praising a 7-series that will be written in all the history books

And I doubt you will be disappointed how the bimmer drives

^FYI i have always love the 7er..
everyone of them..besides the Ugly one..
and if any bimmer fan claims that they where 100% satisfied with that old 7er..
They are LIARS...

And thats not even a joke