HERE'S HOW THE NEW AUDI E-TRON BEATS TESLA AT ITS OWN GAME... OR DOES IT? - THRIFTY 3 EP.9

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The 2019 Audi e-tron is presented as a direct competitor to Tesla, aiming for the luxury electric SUV market. While it boasts Audi's signature premium interior, comfortable ride, and advanced safety features, its 204-mile EPA-estimated range is a significant drawback compared to rivals like the Tesla Model X and Jaguar I-PACE. The reviewer highlights the e-tron's impressive charging technology, which maintains high charging speeds for longer durations, a key advantage over Tesla's V3 Supercharging in certain scenarios. However, the car's acceleration, while brisk in boost mode, doesn't match the supercar-like performance of Tesla's performance models. The reviewer also notes the innovative brake-by-wire system with automatic regenerative braking, which aims to improve efficiency and mimic traditional driving. Despite its luxury appointments and unique features like wireless Apple CarPlay, the e-tron's limited range and the reviewer's preference for Tesla's simpler range display suggest it may not fully beat Tesla at its own game, particularly for those prioritizing maximum range and performance.