The 2018 Audi S6 stands with an impressive hand: quality interior, great performance, functional shape. It's possible to find better examples from other cars, but they all cost significantly more.
Pros Underrated V-8 Well-appointed interior Sharp 7-speed dual-clutch automatic Nimble attitude
Cons Overshadowed by S7 Steering is too light, too quick? Exterior is too conservative More than two tons, and feels it too
The 2018 Audi S6 is a car that pampers as well as it performs. On the inside, this midsize luxury sport sedan boasts a richly trimmed cabin fitted with front seats that can keep you perfectly comfortable for hours at a time. Or hit the gas and the S6's 450-horsepower turbocharged V8 will rocket this Audi to 60 mph in just 4 seconds flat.
PROS Turbocharged V8 provides plenty of smooth, easily accessible power Roomy interior is finished in top-shelf materials
CONS Doesn't handle as well as some rival sport sedans
Pros Strong acceleration Well-appointed interior Generous list of standard features
Cons Sluggish steering Not very engaging to drive Trunk space is on the small side
The 2018 Ford Taurus ranked #9 in Large Cars. Currently the Ford Taurus has a score of 7.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 58 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Smooth ride Large trunk User-friendly SYNC 3 infotainment system
Cons Dated cabin materials Cramped interior Cumbersome handling Below-average fuel economy
The 2018 Ford Taurus is Ford’s flagship, but only on paper. Rivals are more up-to-date in every way, so shop the competition.
Pros Soft ride Comfortable front seats Good infotainment system option Big discounts available
Cons Rear seat is surprisingly small Subpar visibility Bland styling inside and out Mediocre fuel economy Dated feel overall
Pros Steering feedback Massive trunk Seating comfort Child-safety seat usability
Cons Unresponsive transmission with non-turbo V-6 Undersized cabin for a full-size car Visibility Interior build quality
