Best Large SUVs
1.Audi RS Q8
8.9
No badges available
$220,600 - $220,600*MRLP
What we love
- -Stunning performance and acceleration
- -Superb ride and handling
- -Sumptuous and high-tech interior
What we don't
- -No spare wheel of any type
- -48V ‘mild hybrid’ not a hybrid
- -Below par three-year warranty
30 badges available
$226,806 - $403,554*MRLP
What we love
- -Effortless progress
- -Amazing refinement
- -Strong V8 performance
What we don't
- -Throttle calibration in the V8 doesn’t feel finalised
- -Rear end styling will take some getting used to
- -Off-road prowess yet to be explored
6 badges available
$171,700 - $395,500*MRLP
What we love
- -Brawn with brains – the re-worked 63 engine better suited to this application
- -Full-tilt technology platform that seems to be there just to make things as comfortable as possible
- -Ridiculous sound system
What we don't
- -The grille works. The lower valance? No thanks.
- -Look out for your shins!
- -The majority of 'good bits' are from the regular GLS. How is this $200k more?
5.Aston Martin DBX
8.4
No badges available
$387,800 - $428,400*MRLP
What we love
- -The AMG V8 engine is an absolute gem
- -A stylish yet practical SUV
- -Aston Martin craftsmanship is incredible
What we don't
- -No soft-closing doors
- -Infotainment would work better as a touchscreen
- -It's very thirsty
6.Audi Q7
8.4
8 badges available
$110,000 - $129,500*MRLP
What we love
- -Duality of air suspension system
- -Interior quality, presentation and ease of operation
- -Versatile seating
What we don't
- -Transmission takes a while to kick down
- -Mild hybrid tech only obvious Efficiency mode
- -Using the third row can be tricky
12 badges available
$120,500 - $259,500*MRLP
What we love
- -Engine remains a potent performer on any road
- -Hides its weight even on tight back roads
- -Matches style with substance in the real world
What we don't
- -Sloping roof line eats into rear headroom
- -Ride is firm on poor road surfaces
- -We'd still love more efficiency from the mild hybrid system
8.Porsche Cayenne
8.4
9 badges available
$134,300 - $351,900*MRLP
What we love
- -Organ-mashing performance at your feet
- -Comfortable and well-presented Alcantara cabin
- -Surprisingly well-priced among its competitive set...
What we don't
- -... But no spreadsheet in Australia will justify the $140k step up from the already excellent Cayenne GTS
- -PCM usability design could use a tweak
- -Three-ball Charlie mouthguard face not all that elegant
9.BMW iX
8.3
3 badges available
$135,900 - $222,900*MRLP
What we love
- -Incredible straight-line performance
- -Futuristic and functional interior
- -Infotainment is next level
What we don't
- -Boot is small for such a large car
- -So much power means poor energy performance
- -'Gesture controls' are a gimmickÂ
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10.Bentley Bentayga
8.3
4 badges available
$378,600 - $514,200*MRLP
What we love
- -The characterful V8 engine sounds great with the sports exhaust
- -Impressively good to drive hard
- -S package seems like good value given the extras
What we don't
- -No more power than a regular V8
- -Dull-witted gearbox is the dynamic weak link
- -No prettier than baroque sisters
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