2019 Audi A8L
#17
Lexus Fanatic
Dag this is an En Vogue tune, I'm just never gonna get it. What a beautiful car, way better looking than the LS500 (but of course it's always this way with Audi). They just know how to make things better, generation after generation, and subtle. Wish there were a way to throw caution to the wind and get one.
#18
Lexus Champion
The other issue with all of the piano black plastic and displays is reflections. Even in the press photos you can see horrid reflections on that lower display.
The more I look at this car, the less I like it.
The more I look at this car, the less I like it.
#21
Not sure what's going on with Audi's new design language, it's dreadfully boring. The A6 is the only good looking Audi, but I'm sure it will look like a longer A4 in its next iteration.
#23
Racer
Very posh interior and I love the placement of the various displays. At the same time, the particular materials and dark color options are a little cold, like an executive boardroom. Not necessarily bad, the environment is decidedly more business-like. That is impressive how the navigation map occupies almost the entire dash area. A very handsome vehicle, except for the rear. That full-width brake light is too retro and old fashion.
#24
Lexus Champion
Audi A6 2017.
Audi A8L 2018.
Originally Posted by G star
Im usually always a fan of new designs but this A8 is aesthetically a step backward for Audi.
I think this A8L looks good. Even if it does appear boring to some critics, doesn't mean it's not a beautiful clean aesthetic shape. There are some designs that have to be so over the top, that they just shriek "look at me because I'm obnoxious". You don't need that in a class of cars that do not participate in the boy-racer, fast and furious market.
#26
Lexus Fanatic
Lol. An interesting styling critique madmax. What do you feel is the difference between the A6 and A8L in styling terms. I see a continuation of the line as far as wheelbase and options goes.
Audi A6 2017.
Audi A8L 2018.
I've never known or seen Audi sedans in their A class to go nuts with over the top styling. IMO, it's about keeping the basic shape and evolving it incrementally. That's a good thing to me.
I think this A8L looks good. Even if it does appear boring to some critics, doesn't mean it's not a beautiful clean aesthetic shape. There are some designs that have to be so over the top, that they just shriek "look at me because I'm obnoxious". You don't need that in a class of cars that do not participate in the boy-racer, fast and furious market.
Audi A6 2017.
Audi A8L 2018.
I've never known or seen Audi sedans in their A class to go nuts with over the top styling. IMO, it's about keeping the basic shape and evolving it incrementally. That's a good thing to me.
I think this A8L looks good. Even if it does appear boring to some critics, doesn't mean it's not a beautiful clean aesthetic shape. There are some designs that have to be so over the top, that they just shriek "look at me because I'm obnoxious". You don't need that in a class of cars that do not participate in the boy-racer, fast and furious market.
#28
Lexus Fanatic
My sis in-law has a '17 A4 and she hasn't had any issues. Hate to say it, seems like most people lease cars of this caliber, so they assume no matter what happens, it will always be under warranty...it's not my car 37 mos. from now...
Buddy's wife got a new (they never buy new) NX200t, and haven't looked back. And his wife even got a stripped car, vs. the loaded Q5, because she has to drive for her work. The only dislikes on the NX is the premium fuel, and B temp rated tires from the factory.....speaking of the devil he texted me today it went in for the 5k service (free), and not even the oil was changed. All that was done was a tire rotation (a bit soon?) and a car wash....no loaner and 1 1/2 hr. wait. That is also a different experience than with German cars, always a loaner no matter how small the job. You just have to have a pulse of 60 or above to get the loaner....
If it were in my disposable income range, I'd try the A8, maybe someday...but I seem set on the LS500...and again it's the Japanese design/reliability factor...
#29
Lexus Champion
Currently I'm on my second Audi and have been more than satisfied. We bought a Q5 and it was problem free with routine maintenance only. My wife still misses it. After that we bought an A6 and so far the same story with no issues at all. Audi reliability seems to have been on the upswing lately. When we got the Q5 I went in with fingers crossed but have been happy.
#30
Lead Lap
I'm definitely in the minority but I like it a lot. Sure there are a couple small things I don't care for stylingwise but overall I like it better than the LS500. Of course that could all change once I see both in person.