[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/bmw-vs-mercedes-vs-audi\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/bmw-vs-mercedes-vs-audi\/","headline":"BMW vs. Mercedes vs. Audi","name":"BMW vs. Mercedes vs. Audi","description":"A BMW, Mercedes and an Audi are sat at a junction. Not an unusual sight to behold in the UK, but how did this happen? Over the past few decades, the increase of German motors driving on British roads has been outstanding. In 2016, you can\u2019t drive down the road without seeing one! It made us think, out of all the German cars, which is the best? We decided to pick our favourite models from Audi, BMW and Mercedes and […]","datePublished":"2016-06-07","dateModified":"2016-08-03","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/feature-3-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/feature-3-1.jpg","height":625,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/bmw-vs-mercedes-vs-audi\/","about":["Sports, Performance & Prestige Cars"],"wordCount":616,"keywords":["Audi","Audi R8","bmw","BMW i8","German Cars","German Made Cars","mercedes","Mercedes AMG GT Coupe","mercedes-amg gt"],"articleBody":"A BMW, Mercedes and an Audi are sat at a junction. Not an unusual sight to behold in the UK, but how did this happen?Over the past few decades, the increase of German motors driving on British roads has been outstanding. In 2016, you can\u2019t drive down the road without seeing one! It made us think, out of all the German cars, which is the best? We decided to pick our favourite models from Audi, BMW and Mercedes and see which comes out on top! BMW i8When you think of fast cars, you don\u2019t immediately think of the electric BMW i8, but you should. This innovative vehicle hits 60mph in just 4.4 seconds and without being an environmental activist, you can really enjoy the engineering that has gone into this car. The i8 has a striking design but is still clearly part of the BMW family, at night you can even enjoy the light up accents that give the car a futuristic feel, some would say it is reminiscent of \u2018Blade Runner\u2019.Everyday driving in this car is quite a joy, it\u2019s comfortable, extremely economical with the ability to go 15 miles just on the electric charge.Essentially the i8 uses a reworked engine from the entry-level Mini Cooper combined to an electric motor at the front axle. Mated with a seven speed gearbox, this beast delivers 227bhp. Although new to the supercar market, it has certainly made a lasting impression. Mercedes AMG GT The Mercedes AMG GT is powered by a 4.0-litre V8 bi-turbo, producing 462bhp taking the GT to 60mph in 3.8 seconds.It\u2019s not just the beautiful and distinctive design which made us pick this out of all the other Mercedes models, the handling is sharp and extremely stable. Whilst being astounding on the track it still manages to be a great cruiser with the suspension having just the right amount of firmness, making it a comfortable ride.The front-engined, two-seat coup\u00e9 isn\u2019t too bad on fuel considering the beastly V8 engine. It is actually more efficient than the Porsche 911 GTS or Audi R8! The standard AMG GT has LED headlamps, satellite navigation, limited-slip differential and carbon composite brakes, which is actually far more than its rivals.Overall this is definitely a stunning car worthy of bearing the Mercedes badge. Audi R8Last, but by no means least, we have the Audi R8. The new second generation R8 is a complete re-do of the original R8 with Audi dropping the V8 engine altogether and opting for two V10 outputs, 540bhp and 610bhp, taking only 3.5 seconds in the standard model to reach 62mph.The styling of car is jaw-droppingly beautiful, it\u2019s grounded and sharp enough to cut your hand on.There has been no holds barred when it comes to the interior, it offers a \u2018Virtual Cockpit\u2019 which combines standard dials and an \u2018infotainment\u2019 display into a 12.3 inch screen which sits neatly in front of the driver. The R8 has quickly become an iconic car and is easily the most recognisable out of this list but that doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s the best. The Conclusion \u201cSo who is the winner?\u201d I hear you cry! Well it\u2019s an extremely tough call. We have three extremely powerful cars with extremely good reputations but only one can succeed. For us it has to be\u2026 the\u2026 BMW i8! Although it isn’t the fastest or the most powerful, it has the most potential and has definitely set the standard for the future generations of supercars. Don\u2019t know about you but we can\u2019t wait to see what the next few years hold for the motoring industry!"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Sports Performance And Prestige Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/cars\/\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"BMW vs. Mercedes vs. Audi","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/cars\/sports-performance-and-prestige-cars\/bmw-vs-mercedes-vs-audi\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]