Though the Model 3 is all the rage, the larger 2019 Tesla Model S remains a stunning achievement and design trendsetter, albeit somewhat dated in the details.
Pros Handsome, elegant exterior design Supercar-shaming acceleration Good ride comfort Ease of the Supercharger network Updates keep making car better
Cons Not quite a luxury car inside Tight rear-seat entry/exit Continual updates keep changing features Fussy doors Six-figure price tag for most desirable versions
The 2019 Tesla Model S ranked #1 in Luxury Large Cars. Currently the Tesla Model S has a score of 9.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Robust acceleration and nimble handling Astounding all-electric range Abundance of cutting-edge technology Roomy seating and cargo areas
Cons Infotainment system can be distracting Lacks advanced smartphone integration
The 2019 Tesla Model S comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 1-speed direct drive.Revised trim level availability and pricing structure.Improved driving range.
PROS Electric range is impressive Wicked quick acceleration across the board Liftback design affords abundant cargo space
CONS Lacks the luxury polish of some similarly priced sedans Small dealer network means few service centers nationwide Large pricing jumps between mechanically identical trim levels
Favoring a more simplistic arrangement, Tesla has altered the Model S's lineup for 2019. Gone are the 75D, 100D, and P100D and in their place is the base Model S and the Model S Performance. The entry-level car comes with a battery capable of delivering a 310-mile driving range but buyers can select the Extended Range package—either at the time of purchase or anytime after that—which boosts the range to 335 miles. The Model S Performance comes with a range of 315 miles but focuses more on acceleration times; Tesla claims a zero-to-60-mph time of 3.0 seconds. For $20,000, Tesla will unlock the car's Ludicrous Mode, which drops that claimed acceleration time to an incredible 2.4 seconds.
Pros So quick it'll make you dizzy, fun-to-drive nature, class-leading maximum driving range.
Cons Cabin isn't as nice as the price suggests, large infotainment screen is distracting at times, rear passengers have no space to store small items.
Updated styling for 2020.New infotainment system with two screens.New V6 engine with more power than last year.
Pros Exceptional interior materials and build quality Excellent ride quality regardless of road surface Plenty of safety and infotainment technology features Surprisingly agile handling
Cons Offers less cargo space than most competitors Cramped third-row seat New infotainment system is distracting to use
The Q7 receives an extensive facelift for 2020, including updated exterior styling, more technology features on the inside, and a new turbocharged V-6 engine is now optional and is identified by the "55" badge; a turbo four-cylinder remains the base engine, and Q7s powered by this powertrain wear "45" badges. The 2020 Q7 also adopts the two-row Q8 SUV's touchscreen-heavy interior, featuring a large infotainment display stacked on top of another secondary display that handles vehicle settings and climate control.
Pros Back-road athleticism, beautiful and high-tech cabin, three-row versatility.
Cons Pricey with extras, snug third row, subtle styling gets lost in parking lots.
The 2020 Audi Q7 is brimming with tech and comfort, a surefire way to stay comfortable in any school parking lot.
Pros Luxurious interior Quick SQ7 on the way Improved touchscreens Standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
Cons Touchscreens can be distracting Spendy in top trims Third row is best for children Competitors have caught up
