Mercedes electronic seat controls
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I do have a liking for the current version of the C class. Basic 4 cylinder diesel will suit my needs.
I am uncertain as to why some models have electronic seat controls on the door panels, and some do not:
Can someone explain which trim levels have these seat controls, or are they an option?
I am uncertain as to why some models have electronic seat controls on the door panels, and some do not:
Can someone explain which trim levels have these seat controls, or are they an option?
Shiv_P said:
I believe the brand new 2018 change brought in standard electric seats on the SE and above
However, what I'd do is get an audi A4
It's the better car
Why would you recommend the A4 over a C class?However, what I'd do is get an audi A4
It's the better carAside from aesthetic preferences all that really seems to separate the two cars are drivetrain of which the c class is superior.
Shiv_P said:
I believe the brand new 2018 change brought in standard electric seats on the SE and above
However, what I'd do is get an audi A4 It's the better car
So why do you drive your grandad's Fiesta? Perhaps you should spend your exam leave days actually revising for exams, rather than billy big bHowever, what I'd do is get an audi A4
It's the better car
king about cars you've never driven or owned?Merc C-classes generally hide the half-electric controls on the side of the seat nearest the door, unless memory seats are specified, in which case all the controls move to the panel on the door. My S203 has the standard half-electrics, which are incredibly good at confusing passengers as the seat runner control is at the front of the seat. My dad's S204 has half-electrics, in the same position, but he has heated seat controls on the doors. My S204 C63 had fully electric memory seats and the controls were on the doors.
I also had a works W205 with half-electric and the controls were back in the usual place. At least Merc were consistent!
Thanks for responses.
What is the cost for the option of full electric seats?
I assume that this makes the seats better than those with part electric operation?
It may not be the most relevant item to look for, but I would prefer a car which had the seat controls on the door panel (a la S class), over one that did not.
What is the cost for the option of full electric seats?
I assume that this makes the seats better than those with part electric operation?
It may not be the most relevant item to look for, but I would prefer a car which had the seat controls on the door panel (a la S class), over one that did not.
457892345 said:
Why would you recommend the A4 over a C class?
Aside from aesthetic preferences all that really seems to separate the two cars are drivetrain of which the c class is superior.
The reviews I have read/watched put the A4 above the C class for comfort, road noise etc and the interior as being better put together, and driving dynamics don't really matter I guess for the OP as neither are particularly "involving"Aside from aesthetic preferences all that really seems to separate the two cars are drivetrain of which the c class is superior.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5zVjhimlNI&t=... as an example
Drivetrain wise the reviews also say the 2.0TDI A4 engine is quieter + smoother although it hasn't been reviewed with the new 2.1 from Mercedes which is supposed to be a good step up? The C class I went in was quite gruff but that had the older 2.1 engine
The audi has better infotainment + option of the virtual cockpit
The C class is probably the better looking car but personally I would take an A4 over the C class
Second Best said:
So why do you drive your grandad's Fiesta? Perhaps you should spend your exam leave days actually revising for exams, rather than billy big bking about cars you've never driven or owned?
Merc C-classes generally hide the half-electric controls on the side of the seat nearest the door, unless memory seats are specified, in which case all the controls move to the panel on the door. My S203 has the standard half-electrics, which are incredibly good at confusing passengers as the seat runner control is at the front of the seat. My dad's S204 has half-electrics, in the same position, but he has heated seat controls on the doors. My S204 C63 had fully electric memory seats and the controls were on the doors.
I also had a works W205 with half-electric and the controls were back in the usual place. At least Merc were consistent!
I've driven a B9 A4 and been in a C classking about cars you've never driven or owned?Merc C-classes generally hide the half-electric controls on the side of the seat nearest the door, unless memory seats are specified, in which case all the controls move to the panel on the door. My S203 has the standard half-electrics, which are incredibly good at confusing passengers as the seat runner control is at the front of the seat. My dad's S204 has half-electrics, in the same position, but he has heated seat controls on the doors. My S204 C63 had fully electric memory seats and the controls were on the doors.
I also had a works W205 with half-electric and the controls were back in the usual place. At least Merc were consistent!
and my exams are finished so keep your knickers on
Edited by Shiv_P on Saturday 16th June 09:22
Edited by Shiv_P on Saturday 16th June 09:24
Edited by Shiv_P on Saturday 16th June 09:31
My E class has the dynamic multi contour massage electric seats and the buttons are on the side of the seats.
The more basic electric seats but with memory function have the buttons on the doors.
I know it is not directly the same on the C class but be aware there may be other seat options and so having buttons on the doors is not always an indicator of the car having the best seats fitted.
The more basic electric seats but with memory function have the buttons on the doors.
I know it is not directly the same on the C class but be aware there may be other seat options and so having buttons on the doors is not always an indicator of the car having the best seats fitted.
jkh112 said:
My E class has the dynamic multi contour massage electric seats and the buttons are on the side of the seats.
The more basic electric seats but with memory function have the buttons on the doors.
I know it is not directly the same on the C class but be aware there may be other seat options and so having buttons on the doors is not always an indicator of the car having the best seats fitted.
C Class seats have always been rubbish. No idea how Mercedes get away with it. Apart from full electric and leather options there isn't the choice on C Class as there is with E. The more basic electric seats but with memory function have the buttons on the doors.
I know it is not directly the same on the C class but be aware there may be other seat options and so having buttons on the doors is not always an indicator of the car having the best seats fitted.
I got backache on the test-drive but as I'd never had it any other car just assumed I needed to get the seat adjustment right. I now drive with a rolled up towel at the base of my back.
I had not realised the seat options were so sparse on the C class.
I guess that the shape of the seats doesn’t matter on a short test drive, users are more likely to be wowed by bits they can play with in the showroom. Also the shape and adjustability of a seat does not feature highly in magazine reviews but the extra cup holder does,
I wanted an E class but only with the dynamic massage seats and had to travel a long way to get the right car. The dealer I bought it from was surprised that I came from so far away and didn’t buy one locally as they didn’t really place much emphasis on the seats.
I guess that the shape of the seats doesn’t matter on a short test drive, users are more likely to be wowed by bits they can play with in the showroom. Also the shape and adjustability of a seat does not feature highly in magazine reviews but the extra cup holder does,
I wanted an E class but only with the dynamic massage seats and had to travel a long way to get the right car. The dealer I bought it from was surprised that I came from so far away and didn’t buy one locally as they didn’t really place much emphasis on the seats.
Edited by jkh112 on Saturday 16th June 10:48
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