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I-Kurosaki
post Feb 6 2024, 08:02 AM

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If family man with kids, comfort bias, I would suggest pre-register 530i if you ask around during their events. They might work something for you.

Otherwise if single/couple, spirited driving, you can get 330i under 300k already. But G20 got kruk kruk noise with tie rods la, unless you can live with it.

I was in your situation last year, but with SUV preference. At around the 350k range, I had options between EV (i4, iX), ICE (X3, 530, GLC) and recon (RX300). In fact I booked Model Y mid last year but went with X3 instead.
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post Feb 6 2024, 09:02 PM

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QUOTE(Mabuk Susu @ Feb 6 2024, 08:55 PM)
Can I know Y X3 and not the why?
No EV
Lexus smallest sedan is quite big already, so no
No thanks, size quite big
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I made similar comment not long ago, so gonna copy-paste here:
QUOTE(I-Kurosaki @ Dec 13 2023, 08:58 PM)
Side effect of viewing the car too much - the feeling of plain interior is creeping up on me. Not helping when I instinctively prefer old school buttons. 
My wife and I collectively felt will be a challenge interchanging between cars.

After few months we jumped back in an X3 and totally felt in love again  tongue.gif
Actually the main reason was we got a really good rebate la. Getting the new car this weekend.
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I-Kurosaki
post Feb 7 2024, 10:55 AM

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QUOTE(Mabuk Susu @ Feb 7 2024, 10:28 AM)
Looking at nice compact size sedan like the s60 & 3 series.
To my eyes camry and ES quite big even same D segment.

218 no thanks.
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recon Lexus IS300 probably fits your criteria. Get the 2023 model if you can find such gem - low mileage around rm300k mark for f-sport.
almost 250hp and RWD.
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post Feb 7 2024, 11:40 AM

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QUOTE(Duckies @ Feb 7 2024, 11:27 AM)
How's the X3 so far? It's the 2023 version right? Ada rosak anything? I prefer that one compared to the new one with all fancy dashboards with no buttons

Btw, nobody suggested C class?
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touch wood no problem la haha, but I just got the car in Dec-23. Can hear some wind noise from side windows at high speeds, cos they are not double glazed but overall cabin NVH was pretty silent. That's right, it's the 2023 model with the adaptive suspension. Also why I'm not waiting for g45 due to curved display. Me old school. IMO idrive7 feels more polished and refined.
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post Feb 7 2024, 02:08 PM

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QUOTE(littlefire @ Feb 7 2024, 01:23 PM)
Continental cars just avoid hybrid, if normal ICE engine reliability still good.
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True, either ICE or go full EV. PHEVs have more parts - higher risk of mechanical & electronic failure
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post Feb 7 2024, 02:22 PM

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QUOTE(Duckies @ Feb 7 2024, 01:40 PM)
Engine and gear should be good in 2023 X3...takut benda lain rosak..cause I always see BMW cars need to toll on road sweat.gif
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My colleague had owned previous gen f25 for 10yrs, before replacing with i4. Other than typical wear and tear, the only ‘big’ issue was coolant leak. But gives you plenty of time to react - came with a warning error. In the end, just replace with a new radiator hose and that was it. Most importantly, follow the periodic maintenance schedule as advised.

What ride are you upgrading from btw? Perhaps rx300 instead? That was my second choice in fact.
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post Feb 8 2024, 10:39 AM

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QUOTE(Mabuk Susu @ Feb 7 2024, 07:22 PM)
Yes, S60 is hybrid, but the driving feel is niceee.
5 series quite big too. I think 5 series is a good car
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S60 and 5 series are comfort-orientated cruisers, different driving experience compared to 330i in your list. Also the current 330i although it come specified with adaptive dampers, I felt it was on the stiffer end. Ultimately it's up to you if you want comfort bias or dynamic driving.
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post Feb 8 2024, 10:49 AM

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QUOTE(Duckies @ Feb 8 2024, 08:02 AM)
Oh, I was suggesting to TS. I don't fancy sedan.. I prefer SUV. Now I'm considering X3 or GLC 300 but don't know which 1 more reliable although I know reliability does not rhyme with these 2 brands haha

Alternative can also consider Lexus but then my materialistic dream is to own a conti car in my lifetime XD
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Let me share why I crossed out GLC 300 from my shopping list, even though Hap Seng is only 2km from my home. First is the seat ergonomics - I don't know but i couldn't seat comfortably, i.e. it gave me the feeling of sitting on it, rather than inside of the seat. The seat materials are comfy though. Then the freaking small foot rest (similar issue with C300) and the big center console that intrude my leg space. My left leg felt uncomfortable during the drive. Drivers with long legs would probably understand what I meant. Next are the bullshit capacitive buttons on the steering lol - either wrong press, double press or accidental trigger.

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post Feb 8 2024, 01:32 PM

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QUOTE(Mavik @ Feb 8 2024, 12:15 PM)
Personally I would go for the GLC purely because the GLC retains so much more value over the BMW X3 (go and look at second hand units now and you will see the huge difference in prices). Considering both are SUV, the Merc feels more luxurious inside over the BMW. but again, that is based on subjective taste as well.
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QUOTE(Mabuk Susu @ Feb 8 2024, 12:16 PM)
Haha thank you for describing this.

I have exactly same experience as you, the left foot resting area to the centre console not as flat as in other car especially if compared to a bmw. Plus, the box where we rest the left foot, is just carpet, not footrest box as in other brand.
Not only in one model, owned a few merc mostly same story.

Secondly, yes merc seats are quite hard to get comfortable, need to do a lot of adjustments. Maybe just my experience.

Thirdly, I feel most merc throttle pedal position angle is a bit too steep, after long driving right foot will feel sore.

Don’t start with the latest capacitive steering buttons. Only god knows how to operate them.

So getting a new merc from an old merc, I don’t know. But this new car is for my sister, they don’t care as long as it is a mercedes 💆🏻‍♂️.
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Especially the new GLC, it really gives you a good first impression when you first sat inside - seen luxurious and extravagant. So much so that it totally triumphs both X3 and XC60 in this aspect. My BIL ordered the new GLC coupe - because (1) he's a Maseli owner and (2) impressed with the luxurious cabin feel. Don't know about you but I felt that Merc owners don't give two hoots about rival brands especially BMW tongue.gif

edit: my BIL said SA verbally promised that he may get his new car in Jan but until now grill pun tak nampak biggrin.gif

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