NAVIGATION
Introduction
Fourth Place
Third Place
Second Place
First Place
Conclusion
Editor's Picks and Recommendations
Evaluation - Drive
Evaluation - Ride
Evaluation - Design
Evaluation - Space
Top 5 Features
Interior Dimensions
Exterior Dimensions & Capacities
Engine and Transmission
Performance
Warranty Information
Final Rankings
Scoring Explanation

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Comparison Tests

Luxury Coupe Comparison Test
Evaluation - Design
By Ed Hellwig
Date Posted 05-17-2001

Interior Materials
  Score Rank
Mercedes 87.5 1
Volvo 85 2
BMW 82.5 3
Acura 62.5 4

HVAC/Stereo Design/Operation
  Score Rank
Volvo 75 1
Acura 72.5 2
Mercedes 67.5 3
BMW 65 4

Secondary Control Design/Operation
  Score Rank
BMW 82.5 1
Volvo 77.5 2
Mercedes 67.5 3 (t)
Acura 67.5 3 (t)

Cupholders
  Score Rank
Acura 75 1 (t)
BMW 75 1 (t)
Mercedes 57.5 2
Volvo 55 3
Exterior Design
  Score Rank
BMW 95 1 (t)
Mercedes 95 1 (t)
Volvo 85 2
Acura 57.5 3

Overall Build Quality
  Score Rank
BMW 95 1
Volvo 87.5 2
Mercedes 80 2
Acura 65 3