The 2019 Ford Taurus is a dead car driving. Look closely at its rivals.
Pros Rides softly Comfortable front seats Advanced optional infotainment Discounts readily available
Cons Tight rear seat Hard to see out of Lacks key features Will be dropped from lineup
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
The 2019 Ford Taurus Sedan comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Rides comfortably and quietly on the highway The giant trunk is one of the roomiest in the large sedan class Available all-wheel drive for enhanced wet-weather traction
Cons Skimpy list of standard features on base SE model Performance SHO model lacks the punch of big-engine rivals Feels slow and ponderous when driving around turns The interior doesn't seem as airy or spacious as it should
The 2018 Audi A3 ranked #13 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Audi A3 has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lively acceleration, especially with upgraded engines Dynamic handling balanced with a smooth ride High-tech infotainment system and available virtual cockpit Spacious front seats
Cons Small back seat Limited cargo space in all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and convertible models
The 2018 Audi A3 is a well-equipped entry-level luxury sedan with style, performance, and content that make it a logical stepping stone for Volkswagen Golf and GTI buyers.
Pros Audi Virtual Cockpit Well-equipped for $40,000 Standard automatic emergency braking Potent 2.0-liter turbo Available in three body styles
Cons Tiny backseat/trunk Best safety equipment limited to Prestige Cute looks may limit appeal
For 2018, the A3 receives only minor changes to equipment availability. Two USB ports and heated front seats are now standard on all A3s, and blind-spot monitoring is standard on the Premium Plus trim levels.
PROS Good balance of a comfortable ride and sporty handling Strong acceleration from the turbocharged engine Refined and stylish cabin
CONS Limited backseat space Small trunk, especially with all-wheel drive
