syswei

A key reason is from another thread collision avoidance / automatic braking features...

If cruise control is not on, auto-braking is disabled above 52 mph, even if safety features are optioned up to the max.

I hope this gets to Audi management somehow. If Audi smartens up on this issue, I'll be able to consider an A8 to someday replace my S550.

moncsicsi

That's like apples and oranges. You're obviously not in need for an SUV the size of the Q7.

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+1

Wisconsinguy

I sure don't want some computer hitting the brakes everytime I get close to something and no way to disable it. I much prefer to be in control of the car. I sure hope this doesn't get to Audi management. Please just go buy a Tesla and let the Audi drivers continue to enjoy driving their cars

syswei

Of course it is apples and oranges. I found the Q7 to be better in many respects, including cargo capacity (which is closer than you might realize, 71.6 cu ft vs 63.4 cu ft), overall fit and finish, likely reliability, interior quality and design, lower price. But the Model S has some advantages too, and Audi's castration (in the U.S.) of its already-developed auto braking functionality was enough to tip the balance for us.

syswei

Maybe you could use extended test drives in cars that have proper auto-braking. What you are describing does not happen, for instance in the Volvo and the MB I own.

larryV

Good luck with your Tesla... you may need it! Good friend has had lots of serious issues and glitches with his Model X and regrets buying it.

One scary fact about Tesla jumping head-first with their implementation of full autonomous driving (auto pilot)... the system doesn't recognize traffic lights yet! WTF. To the unsuspecting new Tesla owner who doesn't read the manual thoroughly and defaults to just trusting the system, this is a serious accident waiting to happen. I really hope nobody gets killed by a 6000-lb Model X blowing a red light one of these days because their lazy owner decided to trust the autopilot completely.

Personally, I think Audi is wise in being very cautious about pushing autonomous driving technology in our very litigious society.

kip1

Excellent choices!!! I have a P85D L and Q7 etron on order .

ven7782

What a ridiculous comparison. Good luck driving your Tesla on long drives.

baltfan

Both great cars. I can't really see how you would be cross shopping them given the types of vehicles that they are. However, if this is your primary concern, it makes sense to get the vehicle that addresses that concern.