Tesla has made the Model 3 a better value for 2019 by dropping the price on all three of the variants listed below by $2000. The Model 3 Performance also now comes standard with the the previously optional Performance Upgrade package, which includes 20-inch wheels with summer tires, upgraded brakes, a carbon-fiber spoiler, aluminum pedal trim, a lowered suspension, and a 10-mph increase in top speed (to 155 mph).
Pros Quick acceleration and nimble handling, real-world-usable driving range, lots of future-is-now technology.
Cons More affordable variant may never arrive, driving range doesn't hold up on the highway, stark interior layout.
Pros Explosive acceleration at any speed Class leading in-car technology and driver assistance systems Easy to drive with established charging infrastructure availability
Cons Charging infrastructure in Australia lags behind the USA Some build quality issues Handling not quite as sharp as we expected
A less expensive battery pack is expected to debut later in the year. Aside from a few ergonomic issues, the 2019 Tesla Model 3 is one of the best electric vehicles on sale today.
Pros Tesla prestige at a lower price Class-leading performance and handling More technologically advanced than rivals Supercharger network access for long-distance driving
Cons Touchscreen interface design can lead to driver distraction No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support Limited cargo capacity and interior storage
The Q8 debuted as a new model for the 2019 model year, so the changes are minimal for 2020. Some options were reshuffled, likely in response to customer demand, and the DVD player, which was previously located in the glovebox, has been omitted from the Q8 entirely.
Pros The cabin might as well be a design study, rides like a car, possesses the curb appeal of much pricier hardware.
Cons Losing a row of seats reduces practicality, expensive, still not as much fun as driving a sedan.
The 2020 Audi Q8's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Audi Q8 has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 21 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Handsome interior Spacious seats Composed ride and handling User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Subpar fuel economy
The 2020 Audi Q8 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Several previously optional features are now standard.Newly available Black Optic and S Line appearance packages.
Pros Comes well-equipped with many standard features Comfortable ride and seats for all passengers High-quality cabin materials Front and rear seats offer all-day comfort
Cons Less practical than the related Q7 Infotainment system can be distracting to use Throttle response is too slow in the default driving mode Limited interior storage
