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
2018 Maserati Quattroporte is a big and stylish Ferrari-powered sedan that competes with some of the top luxury flagship sedans on the market today.
PROS Engaging handling for a big sedan Ferrari-derived engines with an exotic exhaust note Uniquely Italian style in a German-dominated class
CONS Limited dealer network depending on the region Firm ride with 20- and 21-inch wheels Lacks the polish of German rivals
Pros Punchy engine choices Surprisingly agile for a large sedan
Cons Interior has a lot of FCA parts bin pieces Not very efficient
