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TECHNOLOGY is one of the most important features that every car buyer should consider when looking for a vehicle. According to the 2017 Autotrader Car Tech Impact Study, nearly half or 48% of consumers prioritize in-vehicle technology over brand or body style. The study also noted that 70% of the respondents would consider paying more for driverassist technology in their next vehicle purchase.

“Technology has become the deciding factor for car buyers selecting a vehicle,” Michelle Krebs, Autotrader senior analyst, was quoted as saying in a statement. “Automakers must deliver innovative features or risk consumers looking elsewhere.”

Considering the market demand, car manufacturers keep on introducing car models with more advanced technological features, offering consumers not only a comfortable ride but also a safer journey. Here are a few worth noting:

AUDI A8 L

A8 L exhibits the future of luxury class with its new design language, an innovative touchscreen operating concept and a systematically electrified drive.

Apart from its brilliant style and distinctively structured external surface, this flagship model offers a cozy interior, packed with captivating entertainment features. Two high-resolution 10.2-inch LCD screens are installed in the rear seat. This dedicated entertainment system has its own DVD drive, a hard disk jukebox, two slots for SD memory cards and a separate Audi Music Interface for the integration of mobile players.

Audi A8 L is engineered with advanced driving technologies, including Common Rail System, Audi Valvelift System and Start-stop System. The Common Rail System permits a consistent, smooth and efficient combustion process, while the Audi Valvelift System helps achieve more power and torque, combined with less fuel consumption. Start-stop System, on the other hand, turns off the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop — for example at traffic lights — making the car more fuel-efficient.

JAGUAR F-PACE

This compact luxury crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) brings together sporty handling and dramatic beauty, as well as everyday practicality and efficiency. It is technologically advanced to the core, keeping its driver and passengers safe, connected and entertained.

F-Pace features Jaguar’s most advanced car infotainment system sever: Touch, which is standard on every F-Pace, and Touch Pro, which is available as an upgrade.

Touch comes with an eight-inch touchscreen, instrument cluster with five-inch central thin-film transistor display, Jaguar sound system, radio, USB, Bluetooth and auxiliary port connections.

Meanwhile, Touch Pro advances F-Pace’s connectivity and entertainment to the highest level with a 10.2-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch instrument panel display with virtual dials and full-screen 3D map view, Navigation Pro, Meridian sound system, radio, Bluetooth and two USB connections, 10 gigabytes of usable memory, and CD or DVD drive.

For added confidence and safety, F-Pace features advanced driver assistance technologies, making every journey more relaxing and easier. One of which is the Lane Departure Warning, which notifies the driver with a visual alert and a gentle vibration of the steering wheel when the car detects an unintentional drift from its lane. It also comes with optional Park Assist that helps driver to easily park in tight spaces, and Surround Camera System that gives the driver 360 degree exterior vision on the touchscreen.

The new Range Rover is simply made better with a host of innovative features. It is engineered with standard driver aids, such as Emergency Braking, Lane