2021 Audi Q8 vs. 2021 Lincoln Nautilus
The 2021 Audi Q8 has received numerous accolades for its handsome appearance, pristine safety record and its excellent performance. How does it fair against the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus, a powerhouse SUV packed with cutting edge safety and luxury tech, a commanding appearance and potent V6 engine?
Design & Style
The Lincoln Nautilus has a rectangular grille with chrome mesh and the brand’s logo in the center. The LED lights are thin and the front fascia has been revised and lowered with fog lights that are now connected to the intake. The outer curves are smooth and refined, and within the cabin passengers will be presented with a updated horizontal dashboard. The Audi Q8 is a full sized crossover with three trims, which are Premium Plus, Premium and Prestige. Its spacious cabin can seat up to five and the leather seats are so comfortable you’ll feel as though you’re getting a back massage.
Technology & Safety
The Audi Q8 is one of the most extensively tested SUVs in its class, and it has done well by every measure. As a result it has earned the coveted Top Safety Pick award along with a perfect 5 star rating. Passengers can have peace of mind knowing they will be protected by cruise control, multiple airbags, lane control, blind area monitoring and driver assist that can help alleviate fatigue during long journeys. Luxuries within the cabin include Bluetooth, leather upholstery, Apple CarPlay, panoramic sunroof and wooden trim. The Lincoln Nautilus has also earned a perfect five star rating from the NHTSA and is equipped with many of the same features found in the Audi, including pedestrian detection, emergency automatic brakes, automated parking, and a camera with surround view. Luxuries within its cabin include powered and heated seats that can be adjusted eight ways, wireless smartphone compatibility, power lift gate, heated steering and a thirteen speaker sound system from Revel.
Performance
The Lincoln Nautilus is equipped with a turbo 4, 2 liter engine that can generate 250 horsepower with 280 pounds of torque. This allows it to accelerate from zero to sixty in just 6 seconds. The Audi Q8 answers with a V6, dual turbo engine that is 3 liter and capable of generating 335 horsepower, which enables it to go from zero to sixty in 5.6 seconds.
The Bottom Line
Although both of these SUVs are evenly matched across multiple metrics, the Audi has a performance edge and the humble Ford root is present in some aspects of the design, which is unacceptable given the asking price, so the Audi Q8 is the winner.
Ready to Schedule a 2021 Audi Q8 Test Drive Today?
If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2021 Audi Q8 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Classic Audi. We are located in Eastchester New York and proudly serve car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book a 2021 Audi Q8 test drive appointment.