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The sleek and super sporty four-door 2020 BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe, 2021 Audi RS7 Sportback, and 2021 Mercedes -AMG GT63 S hit the road to compete for top honors. Car and Driver shares with us the similarities and comparisons between the 2021 Audi RS7, 2020 BMW M8, and the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT63S. These vehicles are crafted with a version of a narrow-eyed performance-car glare, a dropped roofline, and a sloping tail. Each model is equipped with all-wheel drive, adaptive dampers, brake rotors, and twin-turbo V-8 at least 4.0 liters. The GT63 makes the top of the list for both power and price with 630 horsepower at $199,910 as-tested price. The M8 is priced at $167,245 for 617 ponies. The least expensive is the RS7 which is priced at $137,540 with 591 horsepower. BMW M8 Compétition Gran Coupe The BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe's best qualities include quick start, quick stops, and an adolescently ferocious rear-wheel-drive setting. Although the BMW M8 can go 2.7- seconds 60-mph time and 10.8-second quarter-mile it would still come in behind against the GT63 but the M8’s all-out acceleration times beat the RS7’s.  The M8 is very well equipped with a big touchscreen, carbon-fiber trim, quilt leather, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated adjustable steering wheel, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, adaptive cruise control, a menu of driver’s aids, and a more expansive menu of the aforementioned performance-mode options. Mercedes-AMG  GT63 S The Mercedes-AMG GT63 s qualities include steering, braking, and engine roar. The GT63 is the loudest of the group and can go 70 mph. With the loudest tires - wide Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2s, can hold on to the skidpad with 1.05g’s. The GT63 can also go 2.6-second time to 60 mph and a 10.7-second quarter-mile with 129-mph trap speed beating both the Audi and the BMW. This vehicle is equipped with a visually and physically appealing interior. The rear seat offers much more space than the Audi or BMW. The steering and automatic transmission are very responsive. The car feels extremely light when going at its full potential. Audi RS7 Sportback The RS7 best qualities include serene ride, extremely fast, and massive cargo space. Its interior is cushioned with 14-way leather seats creating a smooth ride. It has a skid pad score of 0.98 g and can dead stop to freeway speed in 3.0 seconds. The RS7 has the largest cargo area out of the three holding the most carry-on-sized boxes in the test. It is the perfect balance of sportiness and luxury. At Competition Automotive Group we know you have expectations and as a car dealer, we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards every time. Stop at our dealerships, Competition BMW, Competition INFINITI, Competition Subaru, Mercedes-Benz of Huntington, and Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Be sure to also check out our lease specials and our service and parts specials at all our dealerships!

Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, & Outback Score Top 3 2020 Best Resale Value SUVs Wednesday, 20 January, 2021 According to Kelley Blue Book, the Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback are the top three SUVs that retain their value the best. The Toyota Highlander and GMC Yukon rank number four and five on Kelley Blue Books 2020 Best Resale Value SUVs. Torque News shares with us more information on Subaru’s Top 3 2020 Vehicles with The Best Resale Value. Kelley Blue Book shares with us that the cost of a new vehicle is a sizable financial expense for most of us. Choosing a vehicle with a solid resale value can save you much more money in the long run. Their annual Best Resale Value Awards makes it easier to find true long-term value. The Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback SUVs tend to keep their value because of their ruggedness, durability, and loyal following. Subaru Crosstrek Kelley Blue Book shares with us that the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money or have a big vehicle to go on a grand adventure. The Crosstrek is essentially a raised and more rugged version of the Impreza hatchback. The Subaru Crosstrek offers an excellent blend of capability, efficiency, safety, and amenities, and it has the best resale value in its class. Subaru Forester The 2020 Subaru Forester attracts buyers seeking a smaller 2-row SUV that has an adventurous spirit due to its ample ground clearance, easy maneuverability, and all-wheel drive. Along with other Subaru’s, the Forester has excellent resale value. Subaru Outback The 2020 Subaru Outback is all-new for 2020 and more advanced than ever. With new technology, upgraded engine offerings, and an efficient and reliable safety suite, the new generation Outback is the best in its class for retaining its value. At Competition Automotive Group we know you have expectations and as a car dealer, we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards every time. Stop at our dealerships, Competition BMW, Competition INFINITI, Competition Subaru, Mercedes-Benz of Huntington, and Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Be sure to also check out our lease specials and our service and parts specials at all our dealerships!

BMW RECOGNIZED AS THE TOP-SELLING LUXURY BRAND IN THE U.S. IN 2020 January 20th, 2021 by Juliet Norelli BMW took the crown for 2020 for the most luxury-car sales in the U.S. Road & Track Magazine shares with us more about last year’s top-selling luxury cars in their article BMW Was The Top-Selling Luxury Brand in the U.S. in 2020. This is the second consecutive win by BMW who finished the year with 278,732 units sold, which is 18 percent down from the previous year. BMW’s top-selling vehicles of 2020 were the X3, X5, and X7, as well as the BMW 3-Series. Despite a challenging year for everyone, BMW finished 2020 strong with a total of 278,732 cars sold. BMW was just ahead of Lexus, which sold 257,041 cars, and Mercedes-Benz, which sold 274,916 cars. Audi sold 186,520 cars in 2020, and Acura made the luxury top-five with 136,982 cars sold. Visit BMW Blog for more information on BMW Taking The Premium Sales Crown in 2020, Ahead of Lexus and Mercedes-Benz. At Competition Automotive Group we know you have expectations and as a car dealer, we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards every time. Stop at our dealerships, Competition BMW, Competition INFINITI, Competition Subaru, Mercedes-Benz of Huntington, and Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Be sure to also check out our lease specials and our service and parts specials at all our dealerships!

Today is Amazon Prime Day! If you are an Amazon Prime member, you most likely know what that means. If you are not an Amazon Prime member, let us fill you in. Amazon Prime Day is a day for members to take advantage of amazing deals for up to 36 hours. If you don't have a membership with Amazon Prime, you can sign up for a free trial, solely to take advantage of these deals. Keep reading to see what Amazon Prime Day deals you can find on automotive products. Chemical Guys foam blaster - $41.99 Invisible Glass-Reach and Clean tool combo kit - $15.19 Spill-proof car trash can-2.5 Gallon - $19.97 KinHwa Microfiber car drying towels - $10.87 Heroway Magic Headrest Hooks for Car - $13.99 After searching for the hottest deals on Amazon this afternoon, stop into any of our Competition Automotive Group dealerships, for the greatest deal of all! All of our dealerships are made up of knowledgeable, obliging teams, who would gladly assist you in finding the car of your dreams, whether it be brand new or pre-owned. Contact us to schedule a test drive or to speak with a Sales Consultant.

If you thought that BMW's high-performance M division would just vanish into history due to the rise of electrification in cars and autonomous driving, you are thankfully mistaken! BMW has recently unveiled its Vision M NEXT, which is a 600 hp mid-engine supercar that is meant to show off the bright, new M technology of the future.The Vision M NEXT is powered by a hybrid system which consists of two electric motors, combined with a turbocharged inline-four engine to create a total of 600 hp. The concept can be driven completely in EV mode in either rear- or all-wheel drive, or in hybrid all-wheel drive with the gasoline engine contributing power to the rear axle. BMW has also stated that the M NEXT can do 0-62 in 3 seconds flat and hit a top speed of 186 mph. The Vision M NEXT can also drive up to 62 miles in pure EV mode.If you're a BMW enthusiast, you may have noticed that the BMW Vision M NEXT takes inspiration from the BMW i8 and the iconic BMW M1. They've incorporated a mid-engine profile and swooping gullwing doors, as well as black side skirts, unfinished, to show off the recycled carbon fiber. The BMW Vision M NEXT has an illuminated, laser-etched kidney grille, geometric side air intakes, and integrated headlights, all of which achieve the sporty presence that is desired, with just a few precise lines.The most intriguing aspect of the BMW Vision M NEXT is called the "BOOST Pod", which is an active driver interface that is meant to provide the driver with the most in-depth experience possible. The Interior truly focuses on the driver, with a cut-down steering wheel and a curved, three-screen gauge cluster. The bucket seats are separated by the center console, which includes two cup holders.The BMW Vision M NEXT's Boost Pod envelops the driver in the ultimate interface. The transparent Curved Glass Display, contoured bucket seats, and Full Augmented Reality Head-Up graphics adapt to drive modes for an intuitive, focused driving experience like never before. The electrified sports car of the future, the BMW Vision M NEXT concept represents the progress of innovation while never losing sight of the power and performance of its legendary ancestors.After reading up on the future of BMW, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to look at some of our brand new models such as the 2019 BMW X7 or the 2019 BMW x3. Whether you're looking for something brand new or pre-owned, our skilled team will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car to suit you and your personal driving habits. Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

Info on the next S-Class, plus EVs, SUVs, and more. Mercedes-Benz plans to offer 130 electrified models by 2030, which means lots more EVs, plug-in hybrids, and traditional hybrids are on the way. The budget for this mammoth effort is in the area of $39.7 billion, which includes a $28.4 billion investment in battery technology. Let’s take a year-by-year look at how this aggressive game plan will likely affect the short- to mid-term product portfolio. 2019 Coming this year are the facelifted GLC compact SUV, the brand-new GLS full-size SUV, the AMG® A 35, and the all-new redesigned CLA. Also on the horizon are the chunky GLB small SUV, which will be available with seven seats, a new GLE that will include a plug-in sporting 60 miles of range, and the all-electric EQC. When Dieter Zetsche steps down in May to make room for Ola Källenius, Markus Schäfer will reportedly become the new R&D chief. This year is only the beginning of a very busy period in Stuttgart, however. 2020 Mercedes-Benz will start 2020 by launching the next-generation GLE coupe. Also due in spring is the facelifted E-Class, which gets the latest edition of MBUX together with numerous styling changes and a broader hybrid portfolio. Additional debuts include the AMG® GT four-door plug-in variant with an electric range of 60 miles, the tarted-up Maybach edition of the full-size GLS, and the second-generation GLA compact crossover, which takes on more of a traditional SUV form factor and is a lot more spacious. On the exclusively electric side of things, the five-door compact EQA (rendered above) will appear by summer. Good for a zero-emission range of up to 250 miles, the stylish EQA and the bigger, taller, and more purposeful EQB will be offered with three different battery sizes from 60 to 110 kWh and with electric motors in 150-kW (201-hp), 200-kW (268 hp), and 250-kW (335-hp) strengths. Like the EQC crossover, the EQA and EQB are based on the EVA1 framework, which uses elements of the GLC platform. More sophisticated bespoke EQ versions for which Mercedes-Benz has already obtained trademarks are EQE (a full-size model in both sedan and CUV flavors), EQS (the electric analog to the S-Class), and EQG (full-size SUV). The Next S-Class Also Arrives in 2020 The biggest splash the three-pointed star has planned for 2020 is of course the next S-Class, which gets a fully digital cockpit, high-tech seats, more aggressive rear-wheel steering designed for much improved maneuverability, and a remarkably pretty and aerodynamically efficient body with concealed door handles. In terms of body styles, the next S-Class will come in standard- and long-wheelbase forms, as well as Pullman, but unfortunately will not offer the strikingly beautiful four-door coupe model that was under consideration. That one would have sat on the longer wheelbase. The ostentatious Maybach sedan range will transfer to the new platform a few years later, in 2023. Launched in 2014 and 2016, the S-Class coupe and convertible will soldier on way into the next decade, but due to a lack of demand they will not be replaced. SL and AMG® GT One of the most interesting new 2020 arrivals should be the eighth-generation SL, which will be mechanically paired with the second-generation AMG® GT coupe and roadster. (The smaller SLC has been confirmed as dead.) The 2+2 SL and two-seat AMG® GT share a new aluminum architecture that is light and stiff enough to allow both roadsters to feature canvas roofs. The price paid for this synergy, though, is the departure of the coveted rear-transaxle layout used on the current version of the AMG® GT (shown above). On the bright side, mating engine and transmission makes room for the fitment of 4MATIC® all-wheel drive. Electrification plays a big role in the gestation of the two sports cars, with the development being handled by AMG®. While a plug-in-hybrid powertrain model will provide an all-electric range of 30 miles, the EQ boost technology reserved for the top-of-the-line AMG® GT boasts a 250-kW (335-hp) electric power pack that straddles the differential. According to the Affalterbach grapevine, the batteries and electric hardware will provide almost exactly the same weight distribution as the transaxle layout. While the AMG® keeps its trademark V-8, the remaining models make do with Mercedes-Benz’ latest straight-six (plus electrification) and the turbocharged four-cylinder. 2021 and Beyond: New C- and E-Classes, Plus the Spectacular EQS Early in 2021, Mercedes-Benz will unleash the new C-Class, first as a sedan and then later in the year as station wagon. The coupe and convertible will return, as well, but there will be no additions to the range like the proposed shooting-brake-style CLT. Mild hybrid powertrains are standard and the plug-ins will sport emissions-free ranges of up to 60 miles, but the V-8 will reportedly be phased out in AMG® models. Based on the modular MRA rear-wheel-drive architecture, the future C-Class may well be the last of its kind. Why? Because Mercedes-Benz has already kicked off the first of two convergence programs designed to eventually fuse its internal-combustion, fully electric, and plug-in-hybrid vehicle lines into one lineup that will span from A-Class to S-Class on the car side and from the GLA to the GLS on the SUV side. For now, at the upper end of the size and price range, bespoke models riding on the EVA2 electric-vehicle platform will include the grandiose EQS (an artist’s rendering of which is shown at the top of this post)—an S-Class like no other, it must hardly be said—the more affordable EQE (sedan only, shown above in an artist’s rendering), and the aforementioned EQG which will be offered in both more rugged SUV and less aggressive crossover body styles. The EQE and EQG are set to arrive in 2022 together with the facelifted A-Class and the entirely conventional GLC replacement. Due in March 2023, the next E-Class will once again be able to be spec’d as either a no-frills commuter car or as a downsized all-in pseudo S-Class. Sadly, Mercedes-Benz does not plan to replace the E coupe and cabrio, which is another way of saying that of you want a two-door Mercedes-Benz, the next C-Class will eventually be your only option. The fates of the bigger E- and S-Class models were sealed by lookalike, cookie-cutter design and disappointing packaging. The soft-top E-Class, for example, offers notably more passenger and luggage space than the pricier S-Class. Although the EVA2 electric platform is structurally sound enough to go topless, an open-air EV model is featured exactly nowhere in the product plan. One potential problem for Mercedes-Benz is the absence of a Tesla Model 3 fighter. The EQE is too big and too expensive, all EVA1 derivatives are compromised crossovers or SUVs, and before the new convergence platform is ready for production, Tesla may well have released its second-generation lineup. Visit us at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY 11780! Take home your new Mercedes-Benz using the Port Jefferson Ferry to Connecticut, or stop into our showroom on the way to Fire Island! 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Overview The A-class sedan may be the smallest Mercedes-Benz sold in the United States, but it boasts high-tech features and a roomy cabin—more interior passenger space, in fact, than the longer Mercedes-Benz CLA. The A-class also has subtle exterior styling that nicely incorporates Mercedes-Benz’s new front-end design and focuses on aerodynamic efficiency. Engine, Ride, and Handling Every A-class has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 188 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. It hitches solely to a seven-speed automatic transmission that sends power to standard front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. With a responsive gas pedal the transmission operates without issue. Paired with all-wheel drive, it goes from zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. Despite having large 19-inch wheels, the A-class still delivered a comfortable and controlled ride. Its steering feel was balanced, and the responses were accurate. Interior and Technology Inside, the A-class raises the bar compared with many entry-luxury compact competitors. Its digital dashboard can be blocked by the steering wheel in certain situations, but it counters with dazzling graphics and a sophisticated appearance. There is an abundance of hard plastics and glossy-black trim, but the straightforward controls and dynamic ambient interior lighting steal the show. Its infotainment system—called MBUX—features advanced voice-recognition software as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The A-class offers an extensive suite of standard and optional driver-assistance technology, which includes adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and more.