The 10 Best Luxury Cars

1. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

MSRP: $96,575

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is one of the best luxury cars sold today. The luxury vehicle is sold standard with a 4.7 liter twin-turbo eight-cylinder engine with an overall 449 horsepower rating. The car is sold new with rear-wheel drive, and consumer can choose to upgrade all drivetrain options to all-wheel in addition to upgrading the engine to a 6.0 liter twin-turbo V-12. The only transmission installed on the auto is a seven-speed automatic, and the gas mileage rating of the car is 16 MPG (city) and 24 MPG (highway). The maximum speed of the S-Class is 130 MPH, and the auto can go from zero to 60 MPH in 4.5 seconds.

2. Audi A8

MSRP: $82,425

The Audi A8 is one of the best luxury sedans on the market. The German automobile features a very impressive design and high-quality interior. The A8 is sold with a 3.0 liter super-charged V-6 that has a 333 horsepower rating. When buying the auto new, shoppers can upgrade the drivetrain to either a 6.3 liter W-12 rated at 500 horsepower, or to a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V-8 rated at 450 horsepower. The car comes stock with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The maximum speed of the A8 is 129 MPH, and the luxury car can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 6.4 seconds. The gas mileage rating of the auto is 24 MPG (city) and 36 MPG (highway).

3. Lexus LS 460

MSRP: $73,460

The Lexus LS 460 is one of the top-rated luxury cars available on the market today. The LS 460 is one of the most technologically advanced autos sold today, and is available in a long wheelbase and hybrid model in addition to the standard vehicle. The stock engine in the auto is an eight-cylinder rated at 386 horsepower, and shoppers can choose to upgrade to all-wheel drive when buying the car new. The hybrid version of the car has a significant power output boost to a total rating of 438 horsepower. The maximum speed of the car is 137 MPH, and the auto can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 63 seconds. The gas mileage rating of the LS 460 is 19 MPG (city) and 23 MPG (highway).

4. Maserati Quattroporte

MSRP: $101,700

The Maserati Quattroporte is one of the best luxury cars sold today. There are three model options available when purchasing the auto to include: The S-Model with a 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine rated at 404 horsepower and rear-wheel drive, the S Q4 that adds all-wheel drive, and the GTS that sports an improved drivetrain with a 3.8 liter V-8 rated at 523 horsepower, and rear-wheel drive. All versions of the auto come stock with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and an all-leather interior. The top overall speed of the car is 182 MPH, and the vehicle can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 4.2 seconds. The gas mileage rating of the car is 13 MPG (city) and 22 MPG (highway).

5. Alfa Romeo Giulia

MSRP: $55,900

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is one of the best luxury cars sold today. The Italian automobile is one of the most attractive vehicles on the road, and the vehicle also features above average handling characteristics. The stock engine in the car is a 2.9 liter twin-turbo V-6 rated at 505 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. The automobile comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission along with rear-wheel drive. For drivers who do not demand as much power out of their luxury car, the company also makes a 2.0 liter turbo-four rated at 276 horsepower available when buying the auto new. All drivetrains have the ability to be upgraded to all-wheel drive when buying the car new.

6. Bentley Continental Flying Spur

MSRP: $203,725

The Bentley Continental Flying Spur is one of the best luxury cars for the money. Although the entry-level MSRP for the auto is north of $200K USD, the manufacturer considers the vehicle to be a ‘starter sedan.” The base model drivetrain for the car is a twin-turbo eight-cylinder rated at 488 lb-ft of torque and 500 horsepower. Consumers can also choose to upgrade to a twin-turbo W-12 engine rated at 616 horsepower if additional power is desired from the auto. All variants of the auto come with all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The maximum speed of the Flying Spur is 183 MPH, and the auto can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 4.2 seconds. The gas mileage rating of the auto is 14 MPG (city) and 24 MPG (highway)

.The Alfa Romeo Giulia is one of the best luxury cars sold today. The Italian automobile is one of the most attractive vehicles on the road, and the vehicle also features above average handling characteristics. The stock engine in the car is a 2.9 liter twin-turbo V-6 rated at 505 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. The automobile comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission along with rear-wheel drive. For drivers who do not demand as much power out of their luxury car, the company also makes a 2.0 liter turbo-four rated at 276 horsepower available when buying the auto new. All drivetrains have the ability to be upgraded to all-wheel drive when buying the car new.PrevNext

7. BMW 5 Series

MSRP: $51,195

The BMW 5 Series is one of the best luxury cars available on the market today. The automobile is an extremely popular sedan and is fun to drive. There are several drivetrains available for purchase with the automobile to include a four-cylinder, inline-six cylinder, an eight-cylinder, diesel inline-six, and a gas-electric hybrid. The stock engine for the vehicle is rated at 202 horsepower, and an eight-speed automatic transmission is standard equipment. All drivetrain options except for the hybrid have all-wheel drive available as an option for the car, and the 5 Series overall gas mileage rating is 20 MPG (city) and 29 MPG (highway). The maximum speed of the car is 127 MPH, and the auto can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 5.3 seconds.

8. Porsche Panamera Turbo S

MSRP: $142,295

The Porsche Panamera Turbo is one of the best luxury cars sold on the market today. The automobile is one of the fastest cars designed for use on the highway, and the vehicle has a maximum overall speed of 192 MPH. The base engine for the Turbo S is a twin-turbo eight-cylinder rated at 520 horsepower and 518 lb-ft of torque. The car can go from zero to 60 MPH in only 3.5 seconds, and the overall fuel efficiency rating of the vehicle is 15 MPG (city) and 24 MPG (highway). When purchasing the executive edition of the auto, there are six inches added to the vehicle’s wheelbase to help provider more leg room for the passengers riding in the back seat of the auto.

9. BMW 7-Series

MSRP: $82,295

The BMW 7-Series is one of the top luxury cars sold on the market today. The auto’s cabin is one of the top-rated on the market, and the auto handles extremely well at speed. The stock engine for the car is a 3.0 liter turbo inline-six cylinder rated at 320 horsepower. Consumers can also choose to upgrade to a 4.4 liter twin-turbo eight-cylinder engine rated at 445 horsepower when buying the car new. All drive train options come standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The V-8 can be upgraded to all-wheel drive when buying the auto new. The overall gas mileage rating of the 7-Series is 16 MPG (city) and 25 MPG (highway). The top overall speed of the vehicle is 155 MPH, and the auto can go from zero to 60 MPH in just 4.4 seconds.

10. BMW 6-Series

MSRP: $78,295

The BMW 6-Series is one of the best luxury sedans available for consumers to purchase. The automobile is sold with a choice of a 3.0 liter inline-six cylinder rated at 315 horsepower, or a 4.4 liter V-8 rated at 445 horsepower. Both drivetrains are coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available as a dealer option, and BMW sells the auto with a M Sport package that delivers exterior accents and an upscale interior. The top overall speed of the car is 129 MPH, and the vehicle can go from zero to 60 MPH in just 4.1 seconds. The overall fuel economy rating of the 6-Series is 17 MPG (city) and 25 MPG (highway).