After a brief hiatus, the Audi RS7 is back and all new for 2020. Now incorporating Sportback into its name, the second-gen RS7 receives more distinctive styling inside and out along with even greater technology and increased power.
Pros Aggressive appearance, tantalizing performance attributes, hatchback's added versatility.
Cons Too expensive for most enthusiasts, same infotainment foibles as regular A7.
Among enthusiasts and car spotters, it's got hero status - now there's an all-new Audi RS7. It's faster, considerably meaner, and a bit greener too.
Pros Lower and way more aggressive design that shares only four parts with A7 Huge 800Nm and its relentless all the way to 300km/h Sublime comfort and ride with a beautifully poised chassis Body roll is kept in check by both air suspension and dynamic ride control, high tech and superb materials quality Properly fuel efficient Super-smooth gearbox Awesome noise
Cons Seems its design can be polarising to some Surely it can accelerate faster than the claim? Pricing is likely to be steep
The Audi RS7 Sportback is an incredibly fast four-door coupe that'll give some supercars a run for their money. It looks great inside too, but alternatives are more involving to drive.
Pros Gorgeous interior Phenomenally fast Bigger boot than alternatives
Cons Expensive optional extras Not particularly involving to drive RS6 Avant is cheaper and more practical
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V waves goodbye this year, but not before one final two-door blast.
Pros Strong twin-turbo V-6 Great transmissions Ride/handling balance Muscular style
Cons No automatic emergency braking No AWD Interior quite cramped
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual.Sedan version has been discontinued.The ATS-V coupe carries on unchanged.
PROS Excellent steering and handling capabilities Turbo V6 engine generates abundant power for quick acceleration The ATS-V is a true driver's car, built to perform on road or track
CONS Back seat and trunk are small compared to competitors Ride might be too punishing for some drivers Many interior controls prioritize form over function Lacks the interior polish of most rivals
Pros Excellent handling Smooth power with turbo four-cylinder engine Respectable gas mileage Inventive cabin materials Sharp styling
Cons Disappointing manual transmission Snug interior Some poorly fitted cabin materials Tiny trunk