First X-class sighting

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05/23/2018 at 09:47 • Filed to: None

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Passed this at the dealership.

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I don’t like the front.

It looks grafted on, and gaudy. Mercedes’ lower grille scoop design doesn’t translate well into black plastic.

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A little detail which surprised me — despite the top trim level and upgraded lights, the indicators are still incandescent bulbs. It looks cheap.

It’s very open underneath. Lifted at that height, I could see the alternator straight through the wheel well, and every part of the suspension was within reach. No bad thing, just unusual for a Mercedes. You definitely won’t see this under a a GLE.

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And finally, the price on the window sticker? $72,000. (And this was a manual!). That I can’t justify. I’d rather have a Hilux or a Ford Ranger. Both look nicer, and I’d prefer those engines over the Nissan block in the X.

Why doesn’t Lexus try making one too? They could stick an ugly face on a Hilux and call it the ‘HX’ or something.


DISCUSSION (6)


Kinja'd!!! My citroen won't start >  
05/23/2018 at 10:01

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I really despise pick up trucks, I think they are outdated vehicles for farm people, but I do like the V6 TDI Amarok.

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05/23/2018 at 10:18

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Not gonna lie I’m happy we’re not getting this here.


Kinja'd!!! SilentButNotReallyDeadly...killed by G/O Media >  
05/23/2018 at 10:29

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For that money, I could get a dual cab LandCruiser...and I would.


Kinja'd!!! fintail >  
05/23/2018 at 10:44

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I saw one of these in Stuttgart back in November:

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Price was just over 50K Euro, I believe.


Kinja'd!!! LOREM IPSUM > fintail
05/23/2018 at 11:54

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Pickup your side? What is that supposed to mean?

Pickup your standards.

Pickup your jaw.

Pickup your wallet.

So many better pickup slogans to be had.


Kinja'd!!! pip bip - choose Corrour >  
05/24/2018 at 06:18

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saw one from the rear last night on the way home, didn’t look too bad.