Lexus NX (Matador Red Mica) and Lincoln MKC (Ruby Red)
06-21-14, 07:14 AM
#16
The NX is so different, it's really a breath of fresh air. Nobody else seems to be exploring this direction of exterior styling, though I can see it being too aggressive looking for some.
The MKC styling goes for more of the distinguished look. A lot of other cars like the Q5 and X3 do it much better IMO. As real world pictures have come in, I've grown to dislike the rear....it's just too busy. Also, maybe it's just me but I see a little too much Ford Explorer in the MKC.
06-21-14, 10:33 AM
#17
Both look to be slated for success. With the segment expanded as much as it has and with two new additions, consumers have never had it so good
06-21-14, 10:35 AM
#18
Lexus Champion
sg021, good perspective. It seems that the MKC and NX will appeal to different demographics. . Both are a bit late to the Luxury CUV party but no doubt will sell well and the increased competition will be good for consumers.
06-21-14, 12:02 PM
#19
Absolutely. The purpose of this thread was not to generate hate for either (both are seemingly winners) simply for the sake of conversation compare and contrast.
Both look to be slated for success. With the segment expanded as much as it has and with two new additions, consumers have never had it so good
Both look to be slated for success. With the segment expanded as much as it has and with two new additions, consumers have never had it so good
I parallel park about once or twice a year, so I would enjoy having the car just take care of it for me entirely when it must be done. Gotta tip my hat to the MKC there.
06-21-14, 04:57 PM
#21
06-21-14, 06:09 PM
#22
If it's auto parking you want, check out this Audi A7. It does auto valet parking.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NScljsouqk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NScljsouqk
06-21-14, 07:55 PM
#23
The pursuit of F
^^^ No, it's a pilot project only. Lots of infrastructure required in parking lots for this to happen but it's a good demonstration nonetheless of where car tech is heading in just about 10 years or so from now.
https://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motora...220846207.html
https://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motora...220846207.html
Audi trials new models that can pay their own way
Jun 10, 2013
Wireless payment, driverless parking
This latest move to minimise inconvenience in the daily driving routines of Audi owners follows closely behind another parking aid shown earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas – Audi piloted parking.
Also still at the prototype stage, this advanced system is again based on a wireless connection between the car and the car park, but this time enables the car to find the nearest parking space and to guide itself autonomously to that space and park.
The driver activates the futuristic technology with the aid of a smartphone app. The car park’s central computer takes over part of the control function and guides the vehicle via a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connection to the nearest available parking space. External laser sensors record the vehicle’s movements and this data is processed by the car park’s computer to pinpoint the vehicle.
The central computer also has a map of the car park layout and records parking space occupancy. This information is transmitted to the vehicle, enabling it to drive itself from the starting point to its destination. The vehicle monitors its surroundings using twelve ultrasound sensors, which also help to guide it autonomously into the parking space or the garage under the driver’s supervision. Once it has reached its final position, it shuts off the engine, deactivates the ignition and locks the doors before finally sending a confirmation to the driver.
Jun 10, 2013
Wireless payment, driverless parking
This latest move to minimise inconvenience in the daily driving routines of Audi owners follows closely behind another parking aid shown earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas – Audi piloted parking.
Also still at the prototype stage, this advanced system is again based on a wireless connection between the car and the car park, but this time enables the car to find the nearest parking space and to guide itself autonomously to that space and park.
The driver activates the futuristic technology with the aid of a smartphone app. The car park’s central computer takes over part of the control function and guides the vehicle via a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connection to the nearest available parking space. External laser sensors record the vehicle’s movements and this data is processed by the car park’s computer to pinpoint the vehicle.
The central computer also has a map of the car park layout and records parking space occupancy. This information is transmitted to the vehicle, enabling it to drive itself from the starting point to its destination. The vehicle monitors its surroundings using twelve ultrasound sensors, which also help to guide it autonomously into the parking space or the garage under the driver’s supervision. Once it has reached its final position, it shuts off the engine, deactivates the ignition and locks the doors before finally sending a confirmation to the driver.
06-22-14, 04:53 PM
#24
Absolutely. The purpose of this thread was not to generate hate for either (both are seemingly winners) simply for the sake of conversation compare and contrast.
Both look to be slated for success. With the segment expanded as much as it has and with two new additions, consumers have never had it so good
Both look to be slated for success. With the segment expanded as much as it has and with two new additions, consumers have never had it so good
The Q5 is a bit short of being as well-featured as we'd like. And the RDX is so poorly optionable it's not even near the radar.
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