Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Audi E-Tron

This luxury midsized SUV comes standard with all-wheel drive,

adaptive suspension, a tech-rich cabin, and a healthy list of advanced

safety features and driver aids. Sizewise, the e-tron slots between

Audi’s Q5 and Q7 SUVs. It has an EPA estimated range of 204 miles

from its 95-kWh battery. The e-tron is super quiet as it glides smooth-

ly and effortlessly. The ride is comfortable and handling responsive.

The cabin is dominated by two large touchscreens, which we found

to be daunting at first but ultimately manageable. The car is sup-

ported by the emerging fast-charging Electrify America network, anc

is able to charge at 150 kilowatt. Otherwise, on a 240 volt connec-

tor, charging is a lengthy affair. Standard advanced safety systems

include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking,

blind spot warning, and rear cross traffic warning.

Overall Score NA

Predicted Reliability 03

Owner Satisfaction 05

Road-Test Score NA

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $74,800-$81,800

Body Styles: 4-door SUV

Trim Lines: Edition One, Premium

Plus, Prestige

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: Electric (335 hp)

Transmissions: 1-speed direct

Length (in.)..................... 193

Width (in.) ......................76

Height (in.) ..................... 66

Wheelbase (in.) .................115

Weight (lb.) ..................5,795

% weight front/rear .......... 50/50

Max. Load (lb.) ...............1,060

Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA

Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........4,000

Electric

EPA combined mpg ..............74 Average

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Audi A8

Audi’s redesigned top-level sedan features a smooth, powerful

turbocharged V6 engine that returned 21 mpg overall in our

tests, which is impressive for a large AWD sedan. Audi’s new infotain-

ment system looks complex at first, but over time we found it both

logical and intuitive to use. We like how the touch screen vibrates to

confirm each selection for any audio or climate task. The A8’s ride

is supremely comfortable, and handling is responsive. The cabin is

quiet and impeccably furnished. The front seats are comfortable,

supportive, and have a multitude of available adjustments, while the

rear seat has limo-like room. Forward collision warning and auto-

matic emergency braking are standard.

Overall Score 86

Predicted Reliability 03

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score 96

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $83,800

Body Styles: sedan

Trim Lines: 3.0T

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 3.0-liter V6 turbo (335 hp)

Transmissions: 8-speed automatic

Length (in.).................... 209

Width (in.) ......................77

Height (in.) ......................59

Wheelbase (in.) .................123

Weight (lb.) .................. 4,810

% weight front/rear ...........55/45

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 970

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 13

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

Premium

CR overall mpg ..................21 Average

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