Table of Content
Why a German Car?
Germany has the largest car industry in Europe, so the Germans know how to build a car like no other. Germany is also the birthplace of the car because it was Carl Benz who built the very first car in 1885. The Germans have a lot of experience building cars, which is also reflected in the products. German cars are of a high quality and the Germans are often at the forefront of technological developments. Many innovations come from German car manufacturers. Furthermore, the German brands all have a strong image and are popular cars. That is also favorable for the residual value.
The Best German Car Brands at a Glance:
Of course, the best brand depends on your personal preferences. Do you value comfort, sportiness, or a good price-quality ratio? The German brands all have their qualities. We will go through them with you.
1. Volkswagen
Volkswagen has been one of the most popular car brands in the Netherlands for years. Volkswagen builds solid cars that are affordable for the average person. This naturally appeals to a wide target group. The Golf and the Polo are absolute bestsellers. Volkswagen has an extensive model range, so they have something for everyone. Volkswagen has a separate model line for electric cars, the model names of which all begin with ID. Sporty drivers can also go to Volkswagen, for example for a Golf GTI. Volkswagens are not only new but also very popular in the used car market. As a result, the residual value is usually very good.
2. BMW
BMW is a popular brand, with the motto ‘driving pleasure’. This means that BMW puts driving characteristics first. If you are looking for a car that drives sportily, BMW is the right place for you. For this reason, most BMWs are also rear-wheel drive. BMW has an extensive range of models, from the compact 1-series to the luxurious 7-series. BMW’s sporty top models start with the legendary letter ‘M’, while the electric models start with an ‘i’.
3. Mercedes
Mercedes is one of the oldest and best-known car brands. Where BMW mainly focuses on sportiness, Mercedes focuses more on comfort. In a Mercedes, it is always pleasant to be, even on longer distances. In addition to comfortable cars, Mercedes also builds sporty cars, under the name AMG. Mercedes has the EQ label for electric cars. The EQE,
For example: is the electric equivalent of the E-Class. Mercedes also has a very wide range. In fact: there is no other brand that offers as many models as Mercedes.
4. Audi
Audi, together with BMW and Mercedes, forms ‘the Big German Three’. Where BMW focuses on sportiness and Mercedes on comfort, Audi chooses a middle way. Audi’s trademark is four-wheel drive or quattro. Audi is part of the Volkswagen Group and is the premium brand within the group. The electric models can be recognized by the name e-tron, while the sporty Audis starts with S or RS.
5. Porsche
Porsche may be the best German car brand, but also the most expensive. Where Audi, BMW, and Mercedes also have affordable models, you will spend at least a ton for a new Porsche. But then you get something: in terms of driving characteristics, nothing beats a Porsche. Where Porsche used to be purely a sports car brand, they now also build SUVs and sedans. There is also an electric Porsche: the Taycan.
Also Read: 5 Things you should know Before Choosing your Ideal Car
Buying a German car? Pay attention to this
Of course, a lot of things apply to the purchase of a German car that also apply to other cars. A specific point of attention when buying a German car is the options. With German cars, sometimes there is not much standard and you have to pay close attention to whether all the options you want are also there.
Another point of attention (with a second-hand German car) is the maintenance history. With German cars especially the premium cars – the maintenance can sometimes be quite expensive. That is why the maintenance history must be complete so that you do not run into overdue maintenance.
