It’s easy to see why buyers increasingly pick luxury compact crossovers like the 2019 Audi Q5; it’s comfortable and quick with plenty of room.
Pros Good powertrains Useful technology Standard active safety features Comfortable interior…
Cons …but it’s a little boring Ditto on the exterior Pricey top trims
Audi has made a number of features standard for 2019, including heated front seats, a seven-inch gauge-cluster display, rear electric child locks, the Audi Connect CARE telematics system, and aluminum trim around the windows. The mid-range Premium Plus model now offers navigation as standard, a wireless smartphone charging pad, and rear-seat USB ports. The Black Optics package is now available on Premium Plus and Prestige models and includes 20-inch dark gray wheels and blacked-out exterior trim.
Pros Gutsy and efficient powertrain, high-tech features, expensively tailored looks.
Cons Not a cargo-hauling leader, LATCH anchors difficult to access, awkward cupholder location.
A few more features are standard this year.New 7-inch driver information display.Premium Plus trim adds standard navigation and wireless phone charging.The 2019 Q5 now offers a few more standard luxuries, including heated front seats and an upgraded driver display and gauge cluster. The midtrim model now includes navigation and wireless phone charging (previously it was an option). They are small changes, but they're enough to keep the Q5 fresh.
PROS Recent chassis changes deliver a smoother ride than before Quiet, comfortable cabin features top-notch interior craftsmanship All-wheel drive comes standard Wide array of technology options
CONS Only one engine offered Diminished space for luggage behind rear seats
New 19-inch wheel design for certain trims.A-Spec Appearance package extended to four-cylinder model.
PROS Interior is quiet and trimmed with high-quality materials Comes standard with several desirable driver safety aids Back seat comfortably seats adults
CONS Four-cylinder engine is underpowered Competent but bland driving character No real zest or gusto
The 2019 Acura TLX is a sharp luxury mid-size sedan, but lacks the performance pedigree and options that others may offer.
Pros A-Spec option for 4-cylinder Quiet, refined ride Plenty of standard safety features Strong V-6 with decent fuel economy Responsive infotainment system
Cons Anonymous, muted design Cramped interior Dual-screen infotainment
The 2019 Acura TLX ranked #12 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Acura TLX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 37 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good gas mileage Plenty of standard and available features Lower starting price than competitors
Cons Below-average trunk space Rivals are quicker Rivals handle better Rivals are more opulent
