Sebring vs. "C" class
Sebring vs. "C" class
I recently came upon this scene: a Mercedes Benz C class trying hard to look as good as a 2007 Chrysler Sebring Limited sedan. I know the Sebring is based on the Mitsubishi Lancer platform but these cars look pretty similar to me. They're roughly the same size and have similarly shaped headlights and grilles. Yet, the automotive press and the haters would have us believe that the Sebring is a monstrosity while the C class is elegant. I just don't see it. The Sebring is visually more interesting and who wouldn't want heated and cooled cupholders?
Between these two, I'd take the Sebring.
Between these two, I'd take the Sebring.
Last edited by radmanly; 06-25-2007 at 12:32 AM.
Re: Sebring vs. "C" class
Originally Posted by radmanly
I just don't see it. The Sebring is visually more interesting and who wouldn't want heated and cooled cupholders?
Between these two, I'd take the Sebring.
Between these two, I'd take the Sebring.
Re: Sebring vs. "C" class
Originally Posted by smokey847
I don't think the headlights look alike, either. Sorry.
Re: Sebring vs. "C" class
Originally Posted by radmanly
Really?!? Both cars have two lights with a big one on the outside and a smaller one on the inside. When you get close, sure, there are differences, but the design themes are similar. Same with the grilles.
Re: Sebring vs. "C" class
Originally Posted by grphtmtlc11
Sorry, I'd NEVER take a Chrysler over a Mercedes. The only reason why I have a Crossfire is because of the Mercedes in it.
Anyway...my point is, from the front, the new Sebring and the C class are similar yet the Sebring's styling is judged far more harshly than the bland Mercedes. I think Chrysler-hating explains the bulk of the differing reactions to similar designs.
Don't be a Sebring hater; be a Sebring appreciater!
Re: Sebring vs. "C" class
Originally Posted by radmanly
I'm indifferent to the Mercedes content in the Crossfire. I'd own one whether it had MB in it or not. Before my XF, I had a Sebring convertible. It was a stylish, reliable, and comfortable car. Given what Consumer Reports has had to say about MB reliability lately, we should be grateful for the Chrysler bits.
Anyway...my point is, from the front, the new Sebring and the C class are similar yet the Sebring's styling is judged far more harshly than the bland Mercedes. I think Chrysler-hating explains the bulk of the differing reactions to similar designs.
Don't be a Sebring hater; be a Sebring appreciater!
Anyway...my point is, from the front, the new Sebring and the C class are similar yet the Sebring's styling is judged far more harshly than the bland Mercedes. I think Chrysler-hating explains the bulk of the differing reactions to similar designs.
Don't be a Sebring hater; be a Sebring appreciater!