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Originally Posted by CGameProgrammer
CamelFilters, you don't get it: all those V-8s get horrible fuel economy. The GS 450h, on the other hand, has a V-6 paired with HSD and it will get mileage probably around 24-26 mpg real-world, while going 0-60 in 5.2 seconds, and being very reliable and luxurious.
The cars you mentioned are far less reliable (especially Mercedes), far less fuel-efficient, and in some cases are less luxurious and slower to boot. The Audi A6 4.2L goes 0-60 in 6.7 seconds according to a quick Google search.
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Hello CGameprogrammer,
Yeah, i was aware about the horrible fuel economy of those cars i mentioned, however, all these cars cost roughly about $75,000 dollars canadian, with tax and everything, like options it will be close to $90,000. I'm pretty sure that the majority of specifically targeted population of people can afford these cars will not be concerned about fuel economy, however, there is that small percentage who MAY do, but that's not my business how people want to live their lives and how they spend their money; I'm just basing it on what I would be thinking if i had lots of cash and buying a car in this price range: i wouldnt care about fuel economy, i would be able to afford the gas if i can spend $90,000 on a car unless it was given free to me by someone really nice

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Now, regarding reliability, i also did mention that german cars are notorious for having their engine light always on. Believe me, I own one right now, and that thing never stops lighting up for every ****ing reason:ei, if i fill up with a different gas station other than Sunoco or a major brand, the light goes on. If i drive it hard the light goes on. If i accidentally forget to tighten the fuel cap , the light goes on. If i dont warm up the car properly first, the rpm jumps during up and down and then the light goes on.
German Luxury cars are TYPICALLY expensive to maintain and have loads of electrical problems, however, they are very nice cars to have and that is why people buy them. If I can afford to pay close to $90,000CND on a car, I should be able to afford to maintain it too. Furthermore, waranty is available on all those cars for 4 years anyway, so you wont be paying anything there if money is a concern. After the waranty is up, most likely a person who can afford this car will be buying another $75,000 car again.
Now regarding speed, I think that all the cars i mentioned are all pretty much in the very fast category; to me anything in the high 4s to high 6s to 60mph is already a catapult; considering some of those cars are full size sedans and weigh in excess of 4000lbs; anything below the high 4seconds is supercar territory.
If 0-60 is really a major concern in this price range i would probably pick a BMW M3 Sedan with a 400hp V8 engine. having said that, i read that the Lexus 450h has a peak power of 339hp; but i'm going to guess that it only happens when the batteries are at their peak level of charge: not sure, but dont quote me on that ===> that's another story.
what i'm trying to say, all those cars I mentioned are already in the "too fast" category. If you really want something superfast, get a superbike.
those things are awesome in speed and can do 0-60 in around 3 seconds; at the same time have your luxury car in your garage for cruising. Again, that's for those who can afford. There is no perfect car, sometimes you have to get 2 different vehicles to do 2 different things to suit your life.
My first intention was only making to make a suggestion, no one has to aggree with what i say, like another person said before "there are 6 billion people on earth, therefore there are 6 billion opinions"
have a nice day,
regards,
gj