6th Gen Camaro 2SS vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

ponchss · 10-14-2016, 07:27 AM

So I was watching TV and noticed a commercial for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class and saw that the interior had some similar features with the Camaro 2SS. Such as; the steering wheel (and steering wheel controls), the interior lighting and the gauge layout. Now I know we can't compare Mercedes-Benz luxury quality to a Chevrolet sports car but, I think It's great that GM has finally upped their interior. Don't take this thread so serious, it was just an observation and I realize both interiors are not exactly the same.

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slick3 · 10-14-2016, 05:44 PM

Personal opinion is the benz looks over done. Like they are playing TRON or something. Too many lights, that would be a distraction when I was driving.

In all fairness I am not a fan of these LED lighting, disco lighting trends in any cars.

Vectors2Final · 10-14-2016, 07:44 PM

I think it's just the rendering making everything stand out more. It's probably not that ridiculous in person.

crankaholic · 10-14-2016, 08:57 PM

Yeah, the 6th gen interior is modern and well thought out! One of the top reasons I bought it as soon as I saw one in person.

I do find it funny that euro-snobs(tm) were saying color interior lights were tacky, and now are probably all for it lol. They're like iPhone fanboys!!!

Zeke.Malvo · 10-15-2016, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ponchss

So I was watching TV and noticed a commercial for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class and saw that the interior had some similar features with the Camaro 2SS. Such as; the steering wheel (and steering wheel controls), the interior lighting and the gauge layout. Now I know we can't compare Mercedes-Benz luxury quality to a Chevrolet sports car but, I think It's great that GM has finally upped their interior. Don't take this thread so serious, it was just an observation and I realize both interiors are not exactly the same.

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IMO, German cars have some of the worst interiors. The camaro interior sure isn't my cup of tea, I feel the Mustang interior trumps it, but even I feel the camaro's is better than the Benz.

Neil350 · 12-03-2016, 11:36 AM

GM has stepped it up quite a bit, on the subject of the E-Class, I looked at getting an E350 a few years ago when I was replacing my last truck. What scared me was the depreciation on them is pretty steep. They seem like nice cars though, I also entertained the thought of getting a GS Lexus.

ChefBorOzzy · 12-03-2016, 12:23 PM

I guess I don't see it..

Michael2000 · 12-07-2016, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeke.Malvo

IMO, German cars have some of the worst interiors. The camaro interior sure isn't my cup of tea, I feel the Mustang interior trumps it, but even I feel the camaro's is better than the Benz.

I'm definitely not an Audi fan, but I do think their interiors are among the best in the business.

Michael

Lafourche1 · 12-07-2016, 08:44 AM

I like the interior of my SS, A LOT. However, IMHO, Jaguar does it the best. They somehow have retained that British feel of leather and wood, coupled with technology, that is both old world craftsmanship and current day glitz. Seeing the A/C vents open and the transmission selector pop up for use, when starting the car, is just cool to me each time it happens.

crankaholic · 12-07-2016, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Lafourche1

I like the interior of my SS, A LOT. However, IMHO, Jaguar does it the best. They somehow have retained that British feel of leather and wood, coupled with technology, that is both old world craftsmanship and current day glitz. Seeing the A/C vents open and the transmission selector pop up for use, when starting the car, is just cool to me each time it happens.

The OG XF has an amazing interior... I'm not too fond of the new one though, I think it lost that English old world charm you're talking about :(

ponchss · 12-10-2016, 01:04 PM

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I guess I don't see it..

Maybe this helps you visualize it? I know they are not exact but just a similar layout and features.

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Casalino · 12-10-2016, 03:54 PM

Honestly, when I hear the words "spectrum lighting" or interior mood lighting or anything like that, this Benz is what I think of. The camaro's lighting is nice an all. But it doesn't actually light up any area. Just a few strips of lights.

Some of you say the lighting is over done and I can agree. But in terms of providing interior spectrum lighting, I think Benz interpreted it right and nailed it. The camaro's lighting should be called something else. Maybe accent lighting, and should cost 500 at the most. The 1500 dollar option would make me think my interior would light up like the benz's

WhyUMad1LE · 12-12-2016, 08:27 PM

My favorite German interiors are from BMW (higher models) and Audi. The sub $60k BMWs are no worse than a 6th gen but then WTF are you paying for.

The AMG GT interior is beautiful though.

ron scubadiver · 12-23-2016, 06:28 PM

An E Class MB is in a totally different market than the Camaro.

10-14-2016, 07:27 AM	#1
ponchss Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS, 2006 corvette Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: El Paso/Las Cruces Posts: 110	6th Gen Camaro 2SS vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class So I was watching TV and noticed a commercial for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class and saw that the interior had some similar features with the Camaro 2SS. Such as; the steering wheel (and steering wheel controls), the interior lighting and the gauge layout. Now I know we can't compare Mercedes-Benz luxury quality to a Chevrolet sports car but, I think It's great that GM has finally upped their interior. Don't take this thread so serious, it was just an observation and I realize both interiors are not exactly the same. __________________ 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS, A8, MRC, Ceramic white interior, NPP, Street Scene front splitter, 6LE side skirts, 20x10 and 20x11 Race star recluse wheels wrapped in MP4S.

10-14-2016, 08:57 PM	#4
crankaholic Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 771	Yeah, the 6th gen interior is modern and well thought out! One of the top reasons I bought it as soon as I saw one in person. I do find it funny that euro-snobs(tm) were saying color interior lights were tacky, and now are probably all for it lol. They're like iPhone fanboys!!! __________________

12-07-2016, 08:44 AM	#9
Lafourche1 Drives: 2019 CLA 450 Mercedes Join Date: May 2016 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,107	I like the interior of my SS, A LOT. However, IMHO, Jaguar does it the best. They somehow have retained that British feel of leather and wood, coupled with technology, that is both old world craftsmanship and current day glitz. Seeing the A/C vents open and the transmission selector pop up for use, when starting the car, is just cool to me each time it happens. __________________ 2019 Lunar Blue Metallic Mercedes CLS 450 2021 C43 AMG Mercedes Coupe Metallic Cardinal Red 2014 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost (The Bus)

10-14-2016, 05:44 PM	#2
slick3 Drives: Garnet Red - 20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,010	Personal opinion is the benz looks over done. Like they are playing TRON or something. Too many lights, that would be a distraction when I was driving. In all fairness I am not a fan of these LED lighting, disco lighting trends in any cars.

10-14-2016, 07:44 PM	#3
Vectors2Final Drives: 17' Camaro 2SS 16' Jeep GC SRT Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Austin Posts: 198	I think it's just the rendering making everything stand out more. It's probably not that ridiculous in person.

12-03-2016, 11:36 AM	#6
Neil350 Drives: Nike Air Max Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: T E X A S Posts: 93	GM has stepped it up quite a bit, on the subject of the E-Class, I looked at getting an E350 a few years ago when I was replacing my last truck. What scared me was the depreciation on them is pretty steep. They seem like nice cars though, I also entertained the thought of getting a GS Lexus.

12-03-2016, 12:23 PM	#7
ChefBorOzzy Drives: 2016 F150 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Iowa Posts: 2,196	I guess I don't see it..

12-10-2016, 03:54 PM	#12
Casalino Drives: 17' 1LE BLK Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: New York, New York Posts: 443	Honestly, when I hear the words "spectrum lighting" or interior mood lighting or anything like that, this Benz is what I think of. The camaro's lighting is nice an all. But it doesn't actually light up any area. Just a few strips of lights. Some of you say the lighting is over done and I can agree. But in terms of providing interior spectrum lighting, I think Benz interpreted it right and nailed it. The camaro's lighting should be called something else. Maybe accent lighting, and should cost 500 at the most. The 1500 dollar option would make me think my interior would light up like the benz's

12-12-2016, 08:27 PM	#13
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	My favorite German interiors are from BMW (higher models) and Audi. The sub $60k BMWs are no worse than a 6th gen but then WTF are you paying for. The AMG GT interior is beautiful though.

12-23-2016, 06:28 PM	#14
ron scubadiver Drives: 2017 2SS Hyper Blue Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Houston TX Posts: 550	An E Class MB is in a totally different market than the Camaro.

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