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Compare: 2009 BMW 5-Series vs 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class vs 2008 Audi A6

 

2009 BMW 5-Series

2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class

2008 Audi A6
  2009 BMW 5-Series 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class 4-door Wagon 6.3L AMG RWD Angular Front Exterior View 2008 Audi A6 4-door Sedan 4.2L quattro *Ltd Avail* Side Exterior View
MSRP
$53,100
$68,625
$49,625
Invoice $48,853 $63,821 $46,152
MPG
City/Highway		 15/28 12/32 16/27
Rating 8.2 8 8.6
Bottom Line Whether as a sedan or wagon, the 2009 BMW 5-Series is a distinctly sportier, tech-savvy alternative to luxury rivals—without giving up any comfort. If you appreciate luxury and complex engineering solutions, then you'll love the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The 2008 Audi A6 has plenty of competition, but its graceful look and feel set it apart from more brutal German and more clinical Japanese iron.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Smooth, responsive engines
  • Crisp, responsive handling
  • Variety of useful technology options
  • Available manual transmission

Dislikes:

  • Complexity of iDrive system
  • Disappointing crash-test performance
  • Ridiculously high sticker price when extensively optioned

Likes:

  • Variety of models
  • Range of engines
  • Fuel economy of diesel engine
  • Performance from AMG models
  • Forgiving ride

Dislikes:

  • Complex controls
  • Placement of cruise control lever
  • Handling not dynamic enough for enthusiasts

Likes:

  • Light feel of major controls
  • Exterior styling
  • Interior features
  • "Top Pick" for safety

Dislikes:

  • Easy to ring up a $60,000 bill
  • Wide front grille
  • Interior not as handsome as previous edition
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2009 BMW 5-Series $32,273 $40,403 $36,175
2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class $27,489 $36,159 $31,810
2008 Audi A6 $21,745 $35,689 $28,809
* Based on data collected from 9,921 classifieds ads
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