The 2018 Infiniti Q50 is powerful, well-equipped luxury sedan that doesn't quite match up to Germany's finest yet.
Pros Still beautiful following refresh Red Sport 400's engine is stellar Hybrid's efficiency Updated interior impresses
Cons Direct Adaptive Steering isn't great Still doesn't feel as premium as rivals
Infiniti’s artfully sculpted and muscular midsizer, the Q50, but its performance is less scintillating. The 208-hp turbo 2.0-liter inline-four will disappoint enthusiasts, but a 300-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 is offered, as is a hybrid powertrain good for 360 hp and 32-mpg highway. All Q50s get a seven-speed automatic and either rear- or all-wheel drive.
Pros Distinctive and attractive exterior, effortless power.
Cons Numb steering, outdated interior layout, imperfect transmission programming.
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 ranked #16 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Infiniti Q50 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 44 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful V6 engines Lots of active safety features Above-average trunk space
Cons Dual-screen setup may be confusing for some Poor gas mileage
The 2018 Audi A7 is a midsize luxury car with a hatchback cargo area (Audi dubs this body style a "Sportback").The Prestige adds ventilated front seats, passenger lumbar adjustment, a head-up display, a corner view parking camera and power-closing doors
PROS Hatchback offers more cargo space than a sedan's trunk V6 engine's strong performance Stunning styling that hasn't aged a bit
CONS Firm ride with 20-inch wheels Hefty price premium over comparable Audi A6 Doesn't offer Audi's latest in-car tech Rear headroom can be tight for taller passengers
It's hard to imagine a more complete mid-size luxury car than the 2018 Audi A7, which balances handling and ride quality with gorgeous styling and above average utility.
Pros Dapper styling Excellent ride-handling balance Comfortable interior Excellent technology Hatchback utility
Cons Rear seat a little cramped Limited steering feedback Not quite as roomy as its hatchback might suggest
The 2018 Audi A7 ranked #2 in Luxury Large Cars. Currently the Audi A7 has a score of 9.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 39 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful engines Above-average fuel economy Long features list Great cargo space
Cons Sloping roofline limits rear-seat headroom for tall passengers
