The Audi Q8 is a two-row SUV that radiates sportiness and luxuriousness.
Pros Athletic enough to satisfy enthusiasts, refined enough to coddle passengers, great mix of luxury and technology.
Cons Lower touchscreen can divert attention, feels sluggish in city driving, people-and-cargo room sacrificed to style.
Audi's big, aggressive Q8 is interesting and clever, with a side order of *whoa*
Pros Interesting, tech-laden SUV flagship that’s more practical and useful than it looks
Cons It’s not exactly subtle. Or cheap
Pros Handsome interior with spacious seats Composed ride and handling Powerful available V8 engines User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Below-average cargo capacity Subpar fuel economy High price
The 2021 Porsche Macan is unranked in Luxury Compact SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Porsche Macan's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 42 pieces of research and data.
Pros Exceptional handling and ride Muscular engine lineup Quality cabin materials Intuitive touch screen
Cons High base price for the class Snug rear seats and undersized cargo area
For 2021, Wireless Apple CarPlay is now standard.
Pros Quick acceleration regardless of engine choice Most athletic and engaging SUV in the class Surprisingly comfortable and composed ride Easy to customize thanks to a long list of options
Cons Less rear legroom and cargo capacity than many competitors Options and packages boost the price quickly Four-cylinder engine is much thirstier than those in rivals
A natural athlete, the Porsche Macan is the standard-bearer for sporty small SUVs and it’s priced to match
Pros Great handling Fantastic ride Powerful V-6 engines Quality feel inside and out Tons of options
Cons Expensive with options Cramped rear quarters Button overload inside Base engine doesn’t match expectations Light on standard safety gear
