Volvo v Mercedes

swishtony · Jul 6th, 2014, 17:21

Arghhhhh, visited a Merc showroom today as a mate is buying one. Straight after I had to go to the Volvo dealer to sign off some paperwork. Amazed at how superior the Mercs seemed in design, feel, quality etc. Also some very reasonably priced ones. It's just as well I paid my deposit as I might have been looking for a Merc forum and asking all the same questions over again!

Only saving grace is that any vehicle they sell that suits my requirements are over my budget. I need something that I step up into, their only models are the proper 4x4 cars that are really expensive. I sat in a few saloons/coupes and getting in and out was as train on my lower back, amazing how low all the floor pans are on their normal models. Beautiful cars though!

The Volvo in immediate comparison just didn't feel as luxurious. I'm steering well clear of any other car dealers for the next few months!

Arianne · Jul 6th, 2014, 17:32

The thing about Merc is that they don't have any SUV (I mean proper SUV and not just one that is actually a family hatchback which has been jacked up) until you arrive at the M Class. And at that price point, after adding options, we're talking serious money. And it's a big car that'll not deliver the handling of your XC60 with the 4C option.

I personally think the cabin quality has improved but I really don't like the way in which those 8" tablets stick out of the dashboard.

Swishy, do not waver now. Stick with it and you won't be disappointed. Frankly, we all want to hear about your car when it comes because you will be able to give us a great steer on the best options we should select when we come up for change again.

Keep the faith.

Arianne

DerekJJ · Jul 6th, 2014, 17:50

I agree with Arianne. I have just had two Mercedes and would have had another but for that idiotic 'iPad' lookalike on the dashboard.

MikeIOW · Jul 6th, 2014, 17:58

You could always nip to a Mazda dealer and look at the CX-5. That would provide you with all the evidence you need that Volvo quality is fantastic in comparison :-)
(& I don't mean to be disparaging about the Mazda....I quite liked it, enjoyed the test drive, but the lack of some options, such as no DAB, and the step up in overall quality when I returned to the Volvo was immense!)

At the end of the day, cars are designed & built to a pricepoint. You can always step up £10-20K+ & rightly expect an improvement....but I feel the Volvo's are actually a pretty good quality motor at the price!

Hold firm, Swishy!!

MikeIOW · Jul 6th, 2014, 18:07

Plus if you think the options list on Volvo was bad (long), take a look at BMW/Mercedes/Audi

Waggatron · Jul 6th, 2014, 18:15

Hold the line Swish.

You can't put a price on not being another nameless clone in a German car.

I wouldn't swap my Volvo for an Audi/Merc/BMW for all the tea in China! It just makes you happy every time you get into it.....

volvorocks · Jul 6th, 2014, 18:15

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Originally Posted by MikeIOW

Plus if you think the options list on Volvo was bad (long), take a look at BMW/Mercedes/Audi

Then at the other end of the scale we have Hyundai (Sante Fe) where Hyundai consider a service plan an option!! The only choice you have to make is colour,gearbox and and ......and that's it I think...!!...

Regards

Crockers · Jul 6th, 2014, 19:26

Having owned 3 Mercs and now 3 Volvos I think both cars have their pluses and minuses.

As said before no mid sized SUV at MB. But a new GLK is coming out middle of next year and that will be a serious contender.

To throw the cat amongst the pidgeons I also like the new Lexus NX coming out in November. Hybrid petrol. Should be an interesting drive.

Let's face it the XC60 has had a facelift to buy a few more years life and new engines and new model in 2016 should be interesting too.

The new GLK will be based on the new C class. Option of AWD or RWD. Why would anyone want a RWD SUV??,Come winter ...big problems. If it snowed my Mercs sat on the drive.

If all 3 were available now, it would be fun and a nightmare deciding which to go for. Thankfully I'm entrenched in my XC60 and plan to be for a few more years yet.

Orca2 · Jul 6th, 2014, 19:36

I looked at Merc after Merc before I bought my V70 ,they were all shot through with rust, I wouldn't touch one with a barge pole, it would probably poke right through it.

Harvey1512 · Jul 6th, 2014, 20:41

I looked at an E class as they were offering great deals on them and I thought it was lovely. The soft touch opening of items on the dash were a real step up. Same as you however, the family wanted a car to step up in and the Mercedes on offer could not compete with the XC60 in terms of size and value. You can compare Lexus, Audio and BMW versions but I would not say that Mercedes have an equivalent. Even on those other models I would stand by the Volvo. They are genuinely very good cars. Keep the faith.

Jul 6th, 2014, 17:21	#1
swishtony Master Member Last Online: Jul 1st, 2019 16:44 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hastings	Volvo v Mercedes Arghhhhh, visited a Merc showroom today as a mate is buying one. Straight after I had to go to the Volvo dealer to sign off some paperwork. Amazed at how superior the Mercs seemed in design, feel, quality etc. Also some very reasonably priced ones. It's just as well I paid my deposit as I might have been looking for a Merc forum and asking all the same questions over again! Only saving grace is that any vehicle they sell that suits my requirements are over my budget. I need something that I step up into, their only models are the proper 4x4 cars that are really expensive. I sat in a few saloons/coupes and getting in and out was as train on my lower back, amazing how low all the floor pans are on their normal models. Beautiful cars though! The Volvo in immediate comparison just didn't feel as luxurious. I'm steering well clear of any other car dealers for the next few months! __________________ MY15 XC60 D4 (181bhp) SE Lux Nav, Auto, Electric Silver, DSP, 4C, Pano Sunroof, Prem sound , F & R park assist, VOC, PCC, Tinted glass, WIP, FP.

Jul 6th, 2014, 17:32	#2
Arianne Premier Member Last Online: Jan 29th, 2021 20:23 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Scotland	Be true & faithful The thing about Merc is that they don't have any SUV (I mean proper SUV and not just one that is actually a family hatchback which has been jacked up) until you arrive at the M Class. And at that price point, after adding options, we're talking serious money. And it's a big car that'll not deliver the handling of your XC60 with the 4C option. I personally think the cabin quality has improved but I really don't like the way in which those 8" tablets stick out of the dashboard. Swishy, do not waver now. Stick with it and you won't be disappointed. Frankly, we all want to hear about your car when it comes because you will be able to give us a great steer on the best options we should select when we come up for change again. Keep the faith. Arianne __________________ 2017 - Range Rover Velar D300 V6 R-dynamic, Corris Grey .......... but drove Volvo XC90 & XC60 from 2006-17 so I have lifetime membership of the forum (thanks people).

Jul 6th, 2014, 17:50	#3
DerekJJ New Member Last Online: Feb 23rd, 2019 07:05 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Norfolk	I agree with Arianne. I have just had two Mercedes and would have had another but for that idiotic 'iPad' lookalike on the dashboard. __________________ XC60 Se Lux Nav MY 14.5 D4 FWD Geartronic, Seashell, Beige Interior.

Jul 6th, 2014, 17:58	#4
MikeIOW Premier Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 15:56 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Leicester	You could always nip to a Mazda dealer and look at the CX-5. That would provide you with all the evidence you need that Volvo quality is fantastic in comparison :-) (& I don't mean to be disparaging about the Mazda....I quite liked it, enjoyed the test drive, but the lack of some options, such as no DAB, and the step up in overall quality when I returned to the Volvo was immense!) At the end of the day, cars are designed & built to a pricepoint. You can always step up £10-20K+ & rightly expect an improvement....but I feel the Volvo's are actually a pretty good quality motor at the price! Hold firm, Swishy!! __________________ Introducing Stormy!: XC60 D4 2.0 (+Polestar) SE Lux Nav auto: Stormtrooper White , tints, heated & parking everything, DSP & more Gone Electric! Kona 64kWh - £50 each if you join Octopus Energy - I will donate £25 to your charity, msg me!

Jul 6th, 2014, 18:07	#5
MikeIOW Premier Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 15:56 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Leicester	Plus if you think the options list on Volvo was bad (long), take a look at BMW/Mercedes/Audi __________________ Introducing Stormy!: XC60 D4 2.0 (+Polestar) SE Lux Nav auto: Stormtrooper White , tints, heated & parking everything, DSP & more Gone Electric! Kona 64kWh - £50 each if you join Octopus Energy - I will donate £25 to your charity, msg me!

Jul 6th, 2014, 18:15	#6
Waggatron Senior Member Last Online: Jun 11th, 2019 20:44 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Endor	Hold the line Swish. You can't put a price on not being another nameless clone in a German car. I wouldn't swap my Volvo for an Audi/Merc/BMW for all the tea in China! It just makes you happy every time you get into it.....

Jul 6th, 2014, 19:26	#8
Crockers Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 06:49 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Wilts	Having owned 3 Mercs and now 3 Volvos I think both cars have their pluses and minuses. As said before no mid sized SUV at MB. But a new GLK is coming out middle of next year and that will be a serious contender. To throw the cat amongst the pidgeons I also like the new Lexus NX coming out in November. Hybrid petrol. Should be an interesting drive. Let's face it the XC60 has had a facelift to buy a few more years life and new engines and new model in 2016 should be interesting too. The new GLK will be based on the new C class. Option of AWD or RWD. Why would anyone want a RWD SUV??,Come winter ...big problems. If it snowed my Mercs sat on the drive. If all 3 were available now, it would be fun and a nightmare deciding which to go for. Thankfully I'm entrenched in my XC60 and plan to be for a few more years yet. __________________ XC60 Inscription Pro T5. Mussel Blue with blonde. Xenium, intellisafe pro, towbar, 4 zone , polestar, body styling pack. Apple car play.Tinted windows NOW SOLD

Jul 6th, 2014, 19:36	#9
Orca2 I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 24th, 2020 22:42 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Glasgow	I looked at Merc after Merc before I bought my V70 ,they were all shot through with rust, I wouldn't touch one with a barge pole, it would probably poke right through it.

Jul 6th, 2014, 20:41	#10
Harvey1512 Premier Member Last Online: Jan 30th, 2021 12:00 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Northumberland	I looked at an E class as they were offering great deals on them and I thought it was lovely. The soft touch opening of items on the dash were a real step up. Same as you however, the family wanted a car to step up in and the Mercedes on offer could not compete with the XC60 in terms of size and value. You can compare Lexus, Audio and BMW versions but I would not say that Mercedes have an equivalent. Even on those other models I would stand by the Volvo. They are genuinely very good cars. Keep the faith. __________________ I used to have an S40, V60 and XC60 so I am allowed here, honest.

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