the e-tron GT absolutely destroys the taycan in design to me, its a shame Audi just ignored the car, porsche at least constantly updated it. opn the upside, e-tron GTs are cheaper in the UK because of it
I own a 2024 RS Etron GT and I absolutely LOVE MY CAR!! The performance is incredible, the looks are stunning, and the presence is unlike any other EVs. Amazing purchase.
Kris, Thanks for sharing. Tough decision, but I would go for a mildly used RS e-tron GT. Then in 8-16 months pick up a used 2nd gen Taycan. New car pricing on these vehicles are high, and will likely head into the ridiculous category once their new variants arrive. I’m currently driving a 2023 RS e-tron GT, and it’s great! For some reason, the Polestar 5 has my eye wondering though. 😀 Best of luck!
You knocked this out of the park. I’m looking at purchasing an Etron Gt for my next vehicle. I don’t need to race around the highway. I like the ability to have a nice comfortable vehicle with the option to have some accessible speed when needed. I’m in the same boat, debating on buying used or waiting till the refreshed model comes out later this year. Love your content!
I realy like the way you compare E-Tron GT with Taycan and they way you evaluate their driving dynamics. Please keep this way of explaning in your videos. So we can get an idea of how it really feels like to drive such a car. Much appreciated.
Etron but wait for the 2025 version. The new interuor looks badass. Even just the new special steering wheel looks fkn STELLAR. Its exactly how i thought it should have looked. Ya gotta see it
The Porsche you have on order does it have that special adjustable Hydraulic ride height and suspension control? I heard it is really excellent for people like me that are over 65 and welcome the car presenting it's entry height at 2" higher than when actually driving might do well for your post knee surgery as well.
I believe that hydraulic lift function only comes on the Taycan and Panamera models. But it's less relevant for the Macan, since it's an SUV, the ride height is high already.
I despise these pathetic videos claiming to be reviews. All over the internet there is problems with them, consumer reports gave it a garbage score. And yet every European that has it just says good things and subjective garbage about looks and visuals. We need reliability information how many miles did you put on it. What's broken. How was fixing it. How's customer service. I don't want here some bullshit about how it looks or feels to drive, I wanna know if you drove me 15k miles and it broke down 9 times
Unless you wanna be smoked at the red light battle, then go for the Tesla Model 3 Performance.. Faster and cheaper.. and probably gains more views.. Perfect for you.. Since your kinda a Tesla fanboy 🙈
@Vincent-ld4uz Yeah 🤣 but he secretly loves Tesla.. Just messing with him.. I would go Macan 7 days a week. Even if I love the E-tron GT.. Or maybe the Lotus Emeya.. Both fast, luxurious and very exclusive. Won't see that on every street corner.
Had the standard GT for a few weeks when my Etron was with Audi again, it's completely spoilt me as I want one desperately, not bothered about the range. Just love the way it drove, handled and how it looked. Made me smile.
I also think the Audi is way better looking than the Porsche. It’s just the Audi colours are so boring and the wheel choices are pants. I really want an RS and would also want an Exclusive Colour, therefore would have to be a new car but I agree with you that there is good value in a used Etron and that limits choice - dilemma!! Hope you choose the Audi at least you will get an extra view from me.
Just curious, in the beginning you said you bought a car with your own money so typically whose money do you usually use? Yes this is a real question… have I been doing it wrong this whole time? 🤔
Beautiful on the outside but dated on the inside. Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors. That said, the newer models (from MY 2025 and above) should have better range and possibly a bit more refined cabin. For me, given a choice, I pick the 2025 Taycan 4S which has increased power and increased range in addition to its other strengths but regardless, it will have to be fairly certified used.
Outdated interior? Sorry, but taking away all the buttons and replacing them with screens isn't modern or stylish. The interior is crafted and designed, with beautiful materials and layers. It has better ergonomics than just about anything out there, even a Taycan. First gen? There has only been this generation, and it hasn't even been facelifted, so not sure what you are talking about. "Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors" This is just factual wrong and goes against all of my tests and most content out there made on this car. This and Taycan are the single best EVs when it comes to getting the closest to their claimed ranges. My old E-Tron GT tested back in 2021 got 393km (80,45% of claimed WLTP) of real world range at 120kph, and almost three years later it is the 11th best out of almost 80 EVs tested. So after three years on the market, it is still one of the best EVs when it comes to range and long trip travels. Taycan 4S is going to basically identical to facelifted E-Tron GT, in the exact same way they where before.
@@KrisRifa I guess you're a bit behind because there is a refresh on the near horizon (call it gen2, dot 2 or what have you). The range will be more and the "perfect" cabin will be refreshed.
@@obieWanmotivation no, I am not behind. I have even spoken to the Audi engineers when I was at the Q6 E-Tron prototype test drive about the facelfted E-Tron GT. So I am more aware, enlightened and knowledgeable than you about that car. It is not a new generation, you cannot call it that because you want to. A generation entails it being an all new car, and it merly a facelift with an updated battery and new electric motors. Yes, the range will be more. Nobody was ever denying that, what I was responding to was your statement "Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors" which is just wrong. E-Tron GT gets more range real world range than most EVs on the market. That is just fact and what range tests have shown us since it was launched.
@@KrisRifa"E-Tron GT gets more range real world range than most EVs on the market". That is laughable. I drive the i4 M50 and it is more efficient than the E-Tron GT at similar speed & power - unless you enjoy driving like a turtle in order to stretch your range. We already know that that it's less efficient than the Porsche and Tesla and other manufacturers. Just make it up as you go along or you can talk to more Audi engineers.
@@obieWanmotivation you can laugh as much as you want, but the results are the results. After 75 ranges test the past four years here on the channel the Audi E-Tron GT 11th out of 75 EVs. So factually it gets more range than most EVs. I am sorry you don't understand how fact and data works. ua-cam.com/video/XSVQkbvR2eA/v-deo.htmlsi=A7HiBcWcOZ0dHqQP&t=556 Nobody ever said the E-Tron GT was more efficient that the i4 M50, so that is strawman and has nothing to do with this discussion. But the results from my E-Tron GT range test and Bjørn Nylands i4 M50 range test, both done at 120kph and similar weather show that the E-Tron GT is slighty more efficient with a consumption of 21,0kWh/100km and the i4 M50 at 21,7kWh/100km. ua-cam.com/video/NQWIlDeR9MI/v-deo.htmlsi=9X3iueAe5OiKdVI5&t=695 The E-Tron GT has 4,3kWh more usable capacity, giving it better range in the real world than the i4 M50. "We already know that that it's less efficient than the Porsche and Tesla and other manufacturers. Just make it up as you go along or you can talk to more Audi engineers." Again, another strawman. Nobdy ever said the E-Tron GT was more efficient than any of those. ua-cam.com/video/6tMBHKe5xCc/v-deo.html Sure, I am just making it up. It isn't like I have all of the. 75 range tests I have done documented on video here on the channel. Or I don't know, a video of me at the Q6 E-tron launch in Munich driving a prototype with an engineer on board. Every single thing I have said I have linked and documented, but sure. Let us just listen to an anonymous random dude who just has a bunch of claims. And it is funny you comparing the Taycan, because heck. Wouldn't you know, I own one of those and have tested it a bunch here on the channel. With two strawmans and a bunch of false or incorrect claims, you are far past being in violation of the commenting guidelines for this channel (see description). I have let you argue your case, but you refuse to accept facts, that I have all linked to. So you are now prohibited from commenting anymore here on this video. You are free to comment on any other video. If you continue to violate the commenting guidelines, you may be banned from the channel. Cheers!
I have a 2023 RS Etron GT for 8mo now and I absolutely LOVE it! First electric for me, and I'm coming from a dozen 600-1400WHP cars :)
Bro, content wise it will be the Porsche, the more beautiful car is the GT, no any discussion possible..
the e-tron GT absolutely destroys the taycan in design to me, its a shame Audi just ignored the car, porsche at least constantly updated it. opn the upside, e-tron GTs are cheaper in the UK because of it
The facelift will be there in a few weeks
I own a 2024 RS Etron GT and I absolutely LOVE MY CAR!! The performance is incredible, the looks are stunning, and the presence is unlike any other EVs. Amazing purchase.
Insha’Allah one day for me too. I love it, and I will get one 😢
You very lucky person! Maybe someday and a few more pay raises!
how often do you charge it?
@@puneetgupta9623- About twice a week to 100%. I couldn’t care less about battery degradation as I’m not planning on keeping it long term.
Kris, Thanks for sharing. Tough decision, but I would go for a mildly used RS e-tron GT. Then in 8-16 months pick up a used 2nd gen Taycan. New car pricing on these vehicles are high, and will likely head into the ridiculous category once their new variants arrive. I’m currently driving a 2023 RS e-tron GT, and it’s great! For some reason, the Polestar 5 has my eye wondering though. 😀 Best of luck!
We had an RS GT for a year it was one of the greatest cars I ever had
You knocked this out of the park. I’m looking at purchasing an Etron Gt for my next vehicle. I don’t need to race around the highway. I like the ability to have a nice comfortable vehicle with the option to have some accessible speed when needed. I’m in the same boat, debating on buying used or waiting till the refreshed model comes out later this year. Love your content!
I realy like the way you compare E-Tron GT with Taycan and they way you evaluate their driving dynamics.
Please keep this way of explaning in your videos. So we can get an idea of how it really feels like to drive such a car.
Much appreciated.
It is just that „the neighbors grass is always greener“ phenomenon. 😊
My '22 Taycan RWD with 305 X 21" tires in the rear are very noisy. However the Q8 etron is like riding in a bank vault.
Etron but wait for the 2025 version. The new interuor looks badass.
Even just the new special steering wheel looks fkn STELLAR. Its exactly how i thought it should have looked. Ya gotta see it
The Porsche you have on order does it have that special adjustable Hydraulic ride height and suspension control? I heard it is really excellent for people like me that are over 65 and welcome the car presenting it's entry height at 2" higher than when actually driving might do well for your post knee surgery as well.
I believe that hydraulic lift function only comes on the Taycan and Panamera models. But it's less relevant for the Macan, since it's an SUV, the ride height is high already.
Dear Kris, listen to your heart and that’s the right choice. Looking at this review, we all know what car you prefer 😁
I bought a Prestige e-tron GT a couple of years ago. In retrospect, I should have bought a used RS.
I think Kris is in love. So listen to your heart...
Guess you had to do some cleaning in the cabin before returning it…🤣
😂😂
You should have waited for the facelifted GT - n00b mistake!
But it is much more expensive?!
I despise these pathetic videos claiming to be reviews. All over the internet there is problems with them, consumer reports gave it a garbage score. And yet every European that has it just says good things and subjective garbage about looks and visuals. We need reliability information how many miles did you put on it. What's broken. How was fixing it. How's customer service. I don't want here some bullshit about how it looks or feels to drive, I wanna know if you drove me 15k miles and it broke down 9 times
Wait for the electric Cayman. Save money. And get something more special.
You will probably save a lot of money, witch you can use on a beautiful woman instead!😉😂😂
Unless you wanna be smoked at the red light battle, then go for the Tesla Model 3 Performance.. Faster and cheaper.. and probably gains more views.. Perfect for you.. Since your kinda a Tesla fanboy 🙈
Haha lol, he has te option to choose between porche and audi top line, tesla3 would be a wierd pick then.
@Vincent-ld4uz Yeah 🤣 but he secretly loves Tesla..
Just messing with him.. I would go Macan 7 days a week. Even if I love the E-tron GT.. Or maybe the Lotus Emeya.. Both fast, luxurious and very exclusive. Won't see that on every street corner.
@@volvo_kristianI hear you can tune the etron rs gt to be on the level of taycan turbo (s?)...
You're*
And I want a car that is still in one piece after 3 years. That's definitely not happening on a POS Tesla.
Tesla is just not on the same level as an Audi and definitely not a Porsche. I don’t care how fast it goes!
The new upgraded RS e-tron GT has hydraulic suspension that lifts the car when you open the doors. Easy to get in. World premiere soon
For 8000 EUR more? 😮
@@abraxastulammo9940it also has 920hp now
Had the standard GT for a few weeks when my Etron was with Audi again, it's completely spoilt me as I want one desperately, not bothered about the range. Just love the way it drove, handled and how it looked. Made me smile.
Got the GT for 1 and a half year, best decision i’ve ever made for car. Such an underrate vehicle in general.
They still look awesome
Just wished it had the enigine from rs6
❤😊
I also think the Audi is way better looking than the Porsche. It’s just the Audi colours are so boring and the wheel choices are pants.
I really want an RS and would also want an Exclusive Colour, therefore would have to be a new car but I agree with you that there is good value in a used Etron and that limits choice - dilemma!!
Hope you choose the Audi at least you will get an extra view from me.
In my opinion, the exterior looks fantastic. However, Audi interior is so boring. It looks so outdated even when it launched back in 2020.
Unfortunately I have to agree. The exterior is elite. But why did they make the interior so bad?
Macan!!!!
Just curious, in the beginning you said you bought a car with your own money so typically whose money do you usually use? Yes this is a real question… have I been doing it wrong this whole time? 🤔
If you think Taycan is a common sight, which it is in the Nordics, just wait and see for the Macan EV. In a year or two they will be everywhere!
Since the Macan is an SUV, it will have a different driving dynamics compared to these sedans ie. Taycan.
I would wait for the facelift Audi GT Etron
True, but there will be no discounts for the new version..
I would buy an RS6!
It's definitely my most favorite electric car but it's not the fastest electric car as you noted.
@@zacharylfoster it’s an expression and not literal.
MACAN!!! :D
Beautiful on the outside but dated on the inside. Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors. That said, the newer models (from MY 2025 and above) should have better range and possibly a bit more refined cabin. For me, given a choice, I pick the 2025 Taycan 4S which has increased power and increased range in addition to its other strengths but regardless, it will have to be fairly certified used.
Outdated interior? Sorry, but taking away all the buttons and replacing them with screens isn't modern or stylish. The interior is crafted and designed, with beautiful materials and layers. It has better ergonomics than just about anything out there, even a Taycan.
First gen? There has only been this generation, and it hasn't even been facelifted, so not sure what you are talking about.
"Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors"
This is just factual wrong and goes against all of my tests and most content out there made on this car. This and Taycan are the single best EVs when it comes to getting the closest to their claimed ranges. My old E-Tron GT tested back in 2021 got 393km (80,45% of claimed WLTP) of real world range at 120kph, and almost three years later it is the 11th best out of almost 80 EVs tested. So after three years on the market, it is still one of the best EVs when it comes to range and long trip travels.
Taycan 4S is going to basically identical to facelifted E-Tron GT, in the exact same way they where before.
@@KrisRifa I guess you're a bit behind because there is a refresh on the near horizon (call it gen2, dot 2 or what have you). The range will be more and the "perfect" cabin will be refreshed.
@@obieWanmotivation no, I am not behind. I have even spoken to the Audi engineers when I was at the Q6 E-Tron prototype test drive about the facelfted E-Tron GT. So I am more aware, enlightened and knowledgeable than you about that car.
It is not a new generation, you cannot call it that because you want to. A generation entails it being an all new car, and it merly a facelift with an updated battery and new electric motors.
Yes, the range will be more. Nobody was ever denying that, what I was responding to was your statement "Also, the first gen models struggled with lower real world range compared to other competitors" which is just wrong. E-Tron GT gets more range real world range than most EVs on the market. That is just fact and what range tests have shown us since it was launched.
@@KrisRifa"E-Tron GT gets more range real world range than most EVs on the market". That is laughable. I drive the i4 M50 and it is more efficient than the E-Tron GT at similar speed & power - unless you enjoy driving like a turtle in order to stretch your range. We already know that that it's less efficient than the Porsche and Tesla and other manufacturers. Just make it up as you go along or you can talk to more Audi engineers.
@@obieWanmotivation you can laugh as much as you want, but the results are the results.
After 75 ranges test the past four years here on the channel the Audi E-Tron GT 11th out of 75 EVs. So factually it gets more range than most EVs. I am sorry you don't understand how fact and data works.
ua-cam.com/video/XSVQkbvR2eA/v-deo.htmlsi=A7HiBcWcOZ0dHqQP&t=556
Nobody ever said the E-Tron GT was more efficient that the i4 M50, so that is strawman and has nothing to do with this discussion.
But the results from my E-Tron GT range test and Bjørn Nylands i4 M50 range test, both done at 120kph and similar weather show that the E-Tron GT is slighty more efficient with a consumption of 21,0kWh/100km and the i4 M50 at 21,7kWh/100km.
ua-cam.com/video/NQWIlDeR9MI/v-deo.htmlsi=9X3iueAe5OiKdVI5&t=695
The E-Tron GT has 4,3kWh more usable capacity, giving it better range in the real world than the i4 M50.
"We already know that that it's less efficient than the Porsche and Tesla and other manufacturers. Just make it up as you go along or you can talk to more Audi engineers."
Again, another strawman. Nobdy ever said the E-Tron GT was more efficient than any of those.
ua-cam.com/video/6tMBHKe5xCc/v-deo.html
Sure, I am just making it up. It isn't like I have all of the. 75 range tests I have done documented on video here on the channel. Or I don't know, a video of me at the Q6 E-tron launch in Munich driving a prototype with an engineer on board.
Every single thing I have said I have linked and documented, but sure. Let us just listen to an anonymous random dude who just has a bunch of claims. And it is funny you comparing the Taycan, because heck. Wouldn't you know, I own one of those and have tested it a bunch here on the channel.
With two strawmans and a bunch of false or incorrect claims, you are far past being in violation of the commenting guidelines for this channel (see description). I have let you argue your case, but you refuse to accept facts, that I have all linked to. So you are now prohibited from commenting anymore here on this video. You are free to comment on any other video. If you continue to violate the commenting guidelines, you may be banned from the channel.
Cheers!