 Over the years I have driven a bmw, Porsche, Saab, and several infinitis, the last a g35 coupe.  It was a great, fun, fast car, but also uncomfortable inside and a gas guzzler.  My new mercedes cla 250 doesn't have nearly the power, and the transmission in the economy mode is clunky, but it handles nicely, gets good gas mileage (I'm averaging 26.5 in the city), and is a great looking little car.  If you turn off economy mode, the car is perkier and handles just fine.  I hardly ever drive with anyone in the back seat, so its cramped nature bothers me not, especially after the coupe!  At this stage in my life I don't want a big gas guzzling car, just a spiffy, well made, fun machine, and this one fits the bill.After one year I still love this car.  We just returned from a 1,600 mile road trip, averaging 40 mpg!  One day we even got 48.  My husband, who drives a big SUV, really enjoyed the car on the highway.  It is plenty peppy for passing, handles well and smoothly and is quiet.