The 2019 Audi e-tron is the way for families to go fully electric in a familiar and very luxurious package.
Pros Nicely proportioned exterior A back seat large enough for adults Very quiet, comfortable ride Speedy 150-kw fast charging capability
Cons Range doesn’t measure up to Tesla 150-kw chargers still few and far between Too much left to touchscreens Climate controls too low in the line of sight
As the floodgates on our new EV future open, Audi presents its offer in the form of the new e-tron electric SUV. Expect it here in the third quarter of 2019.
Pros Quality Performance Space Comfort
Cons Price Infrastructure development Range fluctuations Door mirror cameras
The Audi e-tron is an all-new vehicle.Part of the first e-tron generation introduced for 2019.The 2019 Audi e-tron comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 1-speed direct drive.
Pros Smooth and decisive acceleration Spacious and comfortable interior Lots of standard and available safety and tech features
Cons Infotainment operation can be distracting Slower acceleration than some EV rivals
The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ranked #7 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Cadillac Escalade has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros First-rate cabin Punchy V8 engine Excellent towing capacity Long-wheelbase ESV models have spacious third rows and cargo areas
Cons Finicky infotainment system Crossovers offer better ride and handling Cramped third-row and cargo space in standard-wheelbase model
All versions of the 2018 Cadillac Escalade come with the same powerful V8, sophisticated dampers and unmistakable styling. To get the best interior features, however, we suggest getting the Premium Luxury trim. That gives you some desirable extras from the one-tier-lower Luxury trim (such as blind-spot monitoring and forward collision mitigation) and adds the Premium Luxury's rear entertainment system and adaptive cruise control.
PROS Strong V8 engine is never at a loss for power Capable of towing up to 8,300 pounds Cabin remains quiet regardless of road conditions
CONS High, uneven cargo floor makes loading objects difficult Low handling limits and heavy steering Less refined ride and seat comfort than other luxury SUVs
