Went shopping for the new Q7 and considered buying a Cayenne.
04-27-2016, 09:44 AM
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Thank you! Finally someone else who is not all in love with touch screens! I don't get the fascination with those. In my opinion they are a lot more distraction and need a lot more hand-eye coordination. Audi's system is another reason why I'm sticking with the brand. I don't even have to look to perform many of the operations, since I keep my right hand on the shifter all the time (I know it's not the safest) and the buttons are within reach. Not to mention the smudges on touch screens, which absolutely drive me nuts.
04-27-2016, 12:30 PM
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I strongly disagree that Macan has sportier ride than SQ5. They feel pretty much the same. Especially when you drive them one after another. Two reasons why I'd consider Macan over SQ5 (if money factor is not important): Porsche's design is more aggressive (and less practical though, smaller cargo area) and 50 extra HP you can get from it. Otherwise, both cars are pretty similar.
04-27-2016, 01:34 PM
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As I said before, if you really need extra 50hp and plan on participating in drag races in 4400lb SUV category and don't mind to spend 20K more, why not? As for blowing out of water... Specs say that SQ5 goes to 60mph in 5.2sec, Macan Turbo - 4.6sec. How did you get it "over 1 sec"? Nobody argues that Macan is faster. Bwut handling wise both cars are practically the same.
04-27-2016, 01:54 PM
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As I said before, if you really need extra 50hp and plan on participating in drag races in 4400lb SUV category and don't mind to spend 20K more, why not? As for blowing out of water... Specs say that SQ5 goes to 60mph in 5.2sec, Macan Turbo - 4.6sec. How did you get it "over 1 sec"? Nobody argues that Macan is faster. Bwut handling wise both cars are practically the same.
My wife drives an SQ5 and my sister has a Macan Turbo. I drive them both quite regularly. I agree, the Macan Turbo is fast but handling-wise, it does not "blow the SQ5 out of the water" lol. They're basically the same car in my book. Macan corners flatter but SQ5 soaks up potholes better. I think "blowing it out of the water" is just the Porsche badge talking loudly to its owner to justify the $20k+ premium.
Anyhow, let's not get too off topic here... not sure how this turned into an SQ5 vs Macan Turbo discussion all of a sudden
04-27-2016, 04:22 PM
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True, my original topic was the dilemma of a new Q7 Prestige at nearly full sticker price vs. a Cayenne S with a $9K discount. Then today I saw a used 2014 Cayenne Turbo with 30K miles at the nearby Land Rover dealer and of course the asking price was $74K, so you can add that to the choices available at around the same price.
04-27-2016, 05:07 PM
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True, my original topic was the dilemma of a new Q7 Prestige at nearly full sticker price vs. a Cayenne S with a $9K discount. Then today I saw a used 2014 Cayenne Turbo with 30K miles at the nearby Land Rover dealer and of course the asking price was $74K, so you can add that to the choices available at around the same price.
04-27-2016, 06:07 PM
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True, my original topic was the dilemma of a new Q7 Prestige at nearly full sticker price vs. a Cayenne S with a $9K discount. Then today I saw a used 2014 Cayenne Turbo with 30K miles at the nearby Land Rover dealer and of course the asking price was $74K, so you can add that to the choices available at around the same price.
04-29-2016, 07:50 AM
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Are you sure? I'm asking, because air suspension is noticeably softer for all settings and "disconnected" comparing to standard springs. Plus air suspension has pronounced body roll.
Macan and Cayenne are awesome cars. To all points mentioned to other posters, I'd add one more 1c. Traveling around the world and here in US, I noticed one thing... Porsche SUV's became cars of choice for women, while Audi's are more gender neutral. My wife hated SQ5 and Macan because of harsh ride. That's why we got Q7 eventually. :P I strongly disagree that Macan has sportier ride than SQ5. They feel pretty much the same. Especially when you drive them one after another. Two reasons why I'd consider Macan over SQ5 (if money factor is not important): Porsche's design is more aggressive (and less practical though, smaller cargo area) and 50 extra HP you can get from it. Otherwise, both cars are pretty similar.
Macan and Cayenne are awesome cars. To all points mentioned to other posters, I'd add one more 1c. Traveling around the world and here in US, I noticed one thing... Porsche SUV's became cars of choice for women, while Audi's are more gender neutral. My wife hated SQ5 and Macan because of harsh ride. That's why we got Q7 eventually. :P I strongly disagree that Macan has sportier ride than SQ5. They feel pretty much the same. Especially when you drive them one after another. Two reasons why I'd consider Macan over SQ5 (if money factor is not important): Porsche's design is more aggressive (and less practical though, smaller cargo area) and 50 extra HP you can get from it. Otherwise, both cars are pretty similar.
I will be waiting for the new Macan 2.0L 4 cylinder 257HP and compare it to the 2.0L Q5....
04-29-2016, 10:31 AM
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I think we agreed to stop talking about Macan in this topic. :P Anyway, consensus was that most people find Macan and SQ5 exactly the same handling wise. Of course, you're entitled to have your own opinion. Comparing Q7 to Macan is just nonsense. Sorry.
05-17-2016, 09:11 PM
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I am in the same boat as OP but also looking at the Mercedes 450 GLS. After doing the research and spending some time here in the forums I am leaning toward the Q7 but this will be Mrs. B's car and she really wants the Mercedes because "all the PTA moms drive them in this area" (yes we are fortunate to be in a pretty affluent community where every 20th car is a Tesla... but I digress).
Anyway I am hoping the test drive will convince her to go with Audi - I gather we should go with the "air suspension"
Anyway I am hoping the test drive will convince her to go with Audi - I gather we should go with the "air suspension"