[2827]

Hi, Jay here in Dallas, Texas. Being a Tesla fanboy for years...I finally did it, I got my first electric car...the Audi etron. LOL After years of wanting a Tesla...when it came down to it...I struggled, but determined I wanted an incredibly solid car, all the luxury features, AND it be electric. I feel there are compromises, but in the end...right now...I look at it and think what a beautiful, tasteful, solidly built car/tank. My gut instinct feels more rewarded with the quality and design of the Audi rather than having an OTA update that features a new video game. Cool, fun, yes...just not what I myself am rewarded by.

So finally, I’m all electric, thanks to this great forum and all the members that have been patient with me and my newbie questions!

Next up...TINT!

 

[omegafiler]

Congrats! Would love to hear your thoughts after some more time behind the wheel. I'm still enjoying mine. Currently getting radar detector and front/rear dash-cam installed. The next week, it'll be the first trip to service to fix a squeak/rattle in the center console.

And yeah, it's all about priorities. Some people may prioritize playing games in their car, using a buggy video streaming service, and creating reaction videos for YouTube. Which is great. But if you want more than a party trick, the E-Tron is not only a great car but very underrated right now. Making it a perfect time to work out a great deal on a luxury EV.

 

[2827]

Agreed, I felt it was time to make the leap! I think you waiting on your Owner ID tag too? I brought that up with the dealer and they are ordering a new one too. Thanks for the heads up on that!

One thing I immediately notice about the etron is is weight. And I bring that up, because it’s awesome. It feels so planted, solid and composed. Priceless things for a relaxing commute. The other thing that surprises me is their underrated driver assistance plus package. Having driven many Teslas with their auto pilot...right now I can say that I like Audi’s more relaxed approach to intervention...it’s not sudden or abrupt, very smooth. LOVE!

 

[omegafiler]

Agreed, I felt it was time to make the leap! I think you waiting on your Owner ID tag too? I brought that up with the dealer and they are ordering a new one too. Thanks for the heads up on that!

One thing I immediately notice about the etron is is weight. And I bring that up, because it’s awesome. It feels so planted, solid and composed. Priceless things for a relaxing commute. The other thing that surprises me is their underrated driver assistance plus package. Having driven many Teslas with their auto pilot...right now I can say that I like Audi’s more relaxed approach to intervention...it’s not sudden or abrupt, very smooth. LOVE!

Yep! I'm hoping the tag is there when I go in for service. Not sure where it's coming from, but shipping can be slower than usual lately.

And yeah, it's easy to see that high curb weight as a negative. But that weight is from the solid chassis, extra thick glass, sound-absorbing materials, luxury features, and tech, etc. That's where the tank-like feel comes from. Plus, the air suspension does a great job of managing said weight, it's hardly an issue. Well, other than costing a bit of EV efficiency, of course.

 

[blue_sign]

Yeah, I absolutely don't mind the high curb weight of the eTron. I actually like it that way. And it's not just weight for weight's sake as the eTron has excellent crash ratings from IIHS.