Comparison - Audi RS Q8 TFSI 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021

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Audi RS Q8 TFSI 2021

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

114,500

Updated:

20 Jun 2020

45,765

Updated:

21 May 2021

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

22.50gals

17.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Floret silver, metallic

#AFB3B6

Dragon orange, metallic

#D06B05

Galaxy blue, metallic

#2A525E

Glacier white, metallic

#C7D0CD

Matador red, metallic

#5B0311

Navarra blue, metallic

#2F395C

Orca black, metallic

#191C21

Night Black

#000000

Daytona Gray Pearl Effect

#546465

Color:

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Pros
Handles very well for its size
Impressively comfortable too
Loads of infotainment tech

Cons
Muted engine sounds
Auto gearbox isn't the best
Lots of expensive optional extras

By:

carwow.co.uk

Audi has made no changes to the RS Q8 for 2021.

Pros
Mega-powerful V-8 engine,
nimble chassis,
styling is more restrained than the mechanically similar Lambo Urus.

Cons
Slower and more expensive than the RS6 Avant,
brake feel isn't particularly confidence inspiring,
not quite as poised as a Porsche.

By:

caranddriver.com

The RS Q8 is unchanged for 2021.

Pros
Turbo V8 delivers devastating straight-line performance
Nimble, lively handling puts most sports cars to shame
Comfortable, well-trimmed interior

Cons
Infotainment system can be distracting to use
Limited interior storage
Less practical than the related Q7

By:

edmunds.com

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts.Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By:

edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, Off-road enthusiasts may find the new Timberline trim interesting; it features a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and more rugged exterior styling cues.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

Consumption (low)/ (high)/(combined)UK - 11.9 mpg//25.0 mpg/20.5 mpg

Fuel Economy City USA:

13.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

19.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

4.00L

2.30L

Torque:

590ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

310ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

591hp

at 6 000rpm

300hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

43.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

multi-function steering wheel ( audio, cruise control, speed,etc)

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

197.30in

198.80in

Width:

78.70in

78.90in

Height:

66.70in

69.90in

Front Track:

66.60in

Rear Track:

66.70in

Wheel Base:

117.90in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.10

40.70

Rear Head Room:

38.10

40.50

Front Leg Room:

41.60in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

40.20in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.50in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.50in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

60.70cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7700lbs

5300lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

30.50cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

5490.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Power-operated tailgate

Advanced Key

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Ventilated Driver Seat

Center armrest in front

Front seats, electrically adjustable with memory functions

Heated front seats

10 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leather

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Multi-Level Heating

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

RS-specific adaptive air suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Double Sun Visor with illuminated vanity mirror

Exterior mirrors with memory feature, auto-dimming, power-folding/adjustable/heated

Auto-dimming rear-view mirror

4 - zone deluxe automatic climate control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

MMI navigation plus with MMI touch

MMI radio plus

6-channel amplifier

730 Watts Stereo Output

17 Total Speakers

Audi Connect (36-month subscription)

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Audi pre-sense Front

Acoustic and visual parking sensor system for the front and rear

Pre-Sense Basic

Hold Assist

Reversing camera

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Emergency Braking Preparation

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Options

Packages:

Driver Assistance Package

Executive Package

Luxury Package

Carbon Optic Package

Black Optic Package

Towing Package

Equipment Group 800A

Smoker's Package

Exterior Options:

23" Audi Sport 5-Y-Spoke Rotor Design Cast Aluminum, Matt Titanium Wheels

Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Outfitters Bike - Front Loader

Outfitters Cargo - Skybox

Splash Guards

Dual Panel Moonroof

Wheel Lock Kit

License Plate Bracket

Interior Options:

Audi Cargo Box

USB Cables

Audi Guard Protection Kit

Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System

Audi First Aid Kit

Interior Protection Package

Audi Guard Cargo Mat

Cargo Mat

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black Valcona, leather

#1E1E1E

Black/Gray Valcona, leather

#1E1E1E

Cognac Valcona, leather

#77553F

Black/Red Valcona, leather

#1E1E1E

Color:

Deep Cypress, leatherette

#556C75

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Comparison - Audi RS Q8 TFSI 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021

General

Also called:

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Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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