Audi A8L, BMW 750Li, Hyundai Equus Signature and Jaguar XJL-Comparison Test
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This probably does it for me. The Audi A8 is so deserving of being so critically acclaimed, because its really, really good. That interior is just one of the best in the world. It just blows every other competitor out of the water, especially in the back seat. The exterior, which is where the grievance generally lies, I think works in real life. Maybe its because they chose a white color for the Audi, but it was the first car I looked at from that shot right there. Then it was the Jag, Eqqus, and the BMW.
While your brain might not instantly register extreme luxury and class when you see it, the car definitely has some sort of aura that it radiates that tells you its something special. Then you open the door, and the opposite happens. You are surrounded by opulence and luxury to the highest degree. I really like this contrast. The Audi A8 has nothing to prove. Its proud of itself in its interior, and exterior.
While your brain might not instantly register extreme luxury and class when you see it, the car definitely has some sort of aura that it radiates that tells you its something special. Then you open the door, and the opposite happens. You are surrounded by opulence and luxury to the highest degree. I really like this contrast. The Audi A8 has nothing to prove. Its proud of itself in its interior, and exterior.
Mr Robert
Kraftwagen König
Jaguar, all the way. I really can't stand the look of the A8 (perhaps the least good looking of the current selection of sausage) and in this segment, a car really has to look good too, not just be the best car on paper.
Interestingly, I think that if I was in the market for a second hand car, the big Audi would be my pick, if there's no Mercedes.
Interestingly, I think that if I was in the market for a second hand car, the big Audi would be my pick, if there's no Mercedes.
Michael
Torque Titan
Interesting comparison. The first thing I thought, before I read the article, was where is the S and the LS? However, they seem to argue that these are the newest guys on the block of sorts and wanted to compare them? No entiendo, but okay.
So, this revives is good. Interesting and I somewhat agree with it. However, I'd reckon the 7er should have come in 2nd instead of 3rd. I personally favor the BMW styling for both the interior and exterior when compared to the other bunch. I am not feeling the jag rear nor the interior and for the A8, I used to be a big admirer of the A8, but this new styling never caught my attention that much. Love the Audi interiors, though, but, again, as of late they haven't really called my attention and this particular color combo they have in the review is not the most pleasing at least for the car.
So, this revives is good. Interesting and I somewhat agree with it. However, I'd reckon the 7er should have come in 2nd instead of 3rd. I personally favor the BMW styling for both the interior and exterior when compared to the other bunch. I am not feeling the jag rear nor the interior and for the A8, I used to be a big admirer of the A8, but this new styling never caught my attention that much. Love the Audi interiors, though, but, again, as of late they haven't really called my attention and this particular color combo they have in the review is not the most pleasing at least for the car.
Mr. Mercedes
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“The Equus sports a pretty well-balanced chassis,” said Road Test Editor Jonathan Elfalan. “Better than the BMW, I might add."
LMAO...errr right. The credibility of the article just went out the window.
LMAO...errr right. The credibility of the article just went out the window.
hoffmeister_fan
Kraftwagen König
The rational side of me would go with either the A8...decent exterior, beautiful interior (especially this particular example with the oxblood/bordeuax red leather) good performance balanced with solid efficiency.
But that Jag really does it for me.
But that Jag really does it for me.
martinbo
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The Jaguar did very well once more and the final points score doesn't tell the full story:
If, like me, you're more into the driving rather than being driven then the Jaguar XJ is a sublime machine.
I just knew it was exceptional - for a large luxury saloon - when I drove it. You can feel how good this car is whether wafting along or pressing on. Main criticisms trend on the following:
And this is isn't a good thing either for a long-wheelbase car in this class either - it's not quite acceptable considering the application:
In the end the A8L edged the XJL by just 5.2 points. A stellar result for the Jag on neutral ground. Clearly, for many, the A8's interior is its main drawcard but Audi's cockpits - barring the R8's - leave me cold. The A8's is a gizmo-fest. Sure, the quality is exceptional for the most part - especially in the surface trimming and texture variation - but I always come away with the pervading impression that it's overdone.
If, like me, you're more into the driving rather than being driven then the Jaguar XJ is a sublime machine.
I just knew it was exceptional - for a large luxury saloon - when I drove it. You can feel how good this car is whether wafting along or pressing on. Main criticisms trend on the following:
And this is isn't a good thing either for a long-wheelbase car in this class either - it's not quite acceptable considering the application:
In the end the A8L edged the XJL by just 5.2 points. A stellar result for the Jag on neutral ground. Clearly, for many, the A8's interior is its main drawcard but Audi's cockpits - barring the R8's - leave me cold. The A8's is a gizmo-fest. Sure, the quality is exceptional for the most part - especially in the surface trimming and texture variation - but I always come away with the pervading impression that it's overdone.
I might pick the Jag as #1 in this Test. The 7 I find to look anywhere from dull to stunning on the roads, depending on its colors and options combo. Weirdly, whenever these comparisons come out, the 7 looks rather dated and bland next to the competitors that appear more expensive, while in person, at least from a distance, the 7'er is one of my favorites. It's when I get up close to the F01 that I find the design slightly lacking in a cunning sense of precision and character/allure, however, while at a short distance, it can look effortlessly beautiful and luxurious.
Interior wise, I don't love the Audi's as much as many do. It appears very fussy, lots of altering angles, and buttons, etc. I prefer the clean and simpler approach from Mercedes. The 7's interior never left an impression on me, and it's a weak spot now that the 5'ers is basically the same thing.
Finally, the Equus might win in value, but it doesn't have that underlying strength and refinement from the big boys yet, not to mention that the Design has the presence of a $20K car to me.
Interior wise, I don't love the Audi's as much as many do. It appears very fussy, lots of altering angles, and buttons, etc. I prefer the clean and simpler approach from Mercedes. The 7's interior never left an impression on me, and it's a weak spot now that the 5'ers is basically the same thing.
Finally, the Equus might win in value, but it doesn't have that underlying strength and refinement from the big boys yet, not to mention that the Design has the presence of a $20K car to me.
Human
You. The Road. Nothing else.
Ditto, I may not be your typical Audi brand ambassador on GCF and the A8's interior (great German luxury 'tour de force' in it's own right) does not appeal to me at all.
I will have the 7er, it looks imposing, elegant yet sporty. I love the interior especially the dash layout and driving position that enhances involvement and that cocooning effect.
2nd the XJ follows that recipe the 7er executes best as mentioned above.
Last and least the Hyundai Equus, I can't imagine that car in this company. Apples with apples
For the perfect hand, deal in the S-class and leave the Korean sh!t out of it.
Merc1
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