Affordable Luxury Cars
The entry-luxury segment keeps growing, with more choices for shoppers looking for value. If you want to raise the stakes, check out Luxury Cars Under $30,000.
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SUV
$24,862
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
5.0
Consumer
33 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale is an all-new subcompact luxury SUV that’s also a plug-in hybrid and comes with all-wheel drive as standard.
Sedan
$24,397
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
5.0
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Audi A3 is a really good luxury subcompact sedan. The 2023 S3 is even better. And the RS 3 is remarkable.
Hatchback
$23,615
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Acura Integra is an all-new premium compact sedan, reviving a name from the days when Acura had more excitement going for it.
SUV
$24,937
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.7
Consumer
265 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron all-electric compact luxury SUV touts substance and style for a sub-$50K starting price.
SUV
$24,865
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 BMW X2 is a stylish and fun-to-drive SUV, but it’s a tough sell compared to the more affordable and more practical BMW X1.
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SUV
$24,320
Starting Price
3.8
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish 2023 Cadillac XT4 is a value choice in compact luxury SUVs thanks to its spacious interior and reasonable price tag.
Sedan
$24,841
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.8
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Alfa Romeo Giulia is a sporty and stylish option in compact luxury sedans, but its German rivals are more luxurious at a similar price.
SUV
$24,450
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
23 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Audi Q5 premium compact SUV/crossover seems to be everyone’s favorite Audi. The range includes a plug-in hybrid and a sporty SQ5.
Sedan
$22,574
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
5.0
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi A3 premium compact sedan is all-new for this model year, bringing typical Audi style, tech, and refinement in a small package.
SUV
$23,959
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The roomy 2022 Audi Q3 subcompact SUV/crossover is a quality machine that’s tech-rich, user-friendly, and arguably stylish.
SUV
$23,470
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Volvo XC40 is a well-rounded subcompact luxury SUV that is safe, high-tech, and roomy. It’s also pretty reasonably priced.
SUV
$23,831
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
87 MPGe
Combined Fuel Economy
While the new C40 Recharge may simply be a coupe version of the XC40 Recharge, it’s a significant step in Volvo’s electrification plans.
Sedan
$23,941
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi A4 engages buyers who understand and appreciate the joys of driving a well-balanced car with style, tech, and refinement.
Sedan
$24,389
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
5.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 BMW 2 Series premium subcompact range is having a transitional year. An all-new coupe debuts, but the 4-door Gran Coupe remains.
SUV
$24,853
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.6
Consumer
223 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is a stylish, safe, and luxurious electric SUV, but it is on the pricier end. There are better values in this class.
SUV
$23,112
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 BMW X1 is a class leader in subcompact luxury SUVs for its engaging driving dynamics and surprisingly spacious interior.
SUV
$21,848
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 BMW X2 is a genre-bending subcompact crossover with a sloping roof, making a bigger deal of styling and poise than practicality.
Sedan
Save
$21,917
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Acura ILX premium compact sedan is the cheapest new Acura and one of the most affordable luxury cars. Ownership costs are also low.
Sedan
$23,064
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
315 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The high-tech Tesla Model 3 is an outstanding EV for its long electric range, exciting performance, and minimalist take on luxury.
Hatchback
$24,270
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.7
Consumer
89 MPGe
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Polestar 2 all-electric midsize car dances between crossover and hatchback, luxury and mainstream. Maximum range is 270 miles.
SUV
$24,944
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Affordable and compact, the 2022 Lexus UX shines as a high-quality crossover SUV that gets excellent fuel economy — especially the hybrid.
Sedan
Save
$23,239
Starting Price
3.9
Expert
4.4
Consumer
41 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Volvo S60 is often overlooked, but it’s worth consideration if you’re looking for a safe and efficient compact luxury sedan.
SUV
$24,051
Starting Price
3.9
Expert
4.2
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 premium compact SUV has a roomy interior, drives smoothly, comes with many driver aids, and starts at a keen price.
SUV
$24,464
Starting Price
3.9
Expert
4.4
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Jaguar E-Pace brings a certain style and driving experience to the luxury small SUV/crossover class.
Sedan
$24,465
Starting Price
3.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Drivers looking for a sophisticated luxury sedan that won’t break the bank should check out the sleek and fun-to-drive 2022 Cadillac CT4.
SUV
$23,497
Starting Price
3.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Cadillac XT4 luxury crossover fits between the usual subcompact and compact categories, with space and style at keen prices.
SUV
$23,337
Starting Price
3.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
28 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Lincoln Corsair is a stylish compact luxury SUV with a serene ride. It’s a good value in this class and it has a plug-in hybrid option.
SUV
$16,790
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Buick Encore is an almost-premium subcompact crossover. It takes the Chevy Trax and makes it more luxurious, yet still affordable.
Sedan
$19,843
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.8
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia premium compact sedan’s Italian verve and style shake up a class dominated by German cars.
SUV
$21,710
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.8
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish Alfa Romeo Stelvio isn’t the most practical or most luxurious compact crossover, but it’s a head-turner that’s a blast to drive.
SUV
$24,100
Starting Price
3.1
Expert
4.2
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 is a luxury compact SUV/crossover, one of the largest in its class and an interesting American-made choice.
SUV
$21,706
Starting Price
3.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Buick means attainable luxury, and that’s exactly what you get with the 2022 Envision. This is an upscale SUV, but also a strong value.
SUV
$23,478
Starting Price
2.8
Expert
3.8
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Land Rover Discovery Sport premium compact SUV is the smallest and most affordable Land Rover, yet still highly capable.
SUV
$21,999
Starting Price
Expert (N/A)
3.7
Consumer
260 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron is an all-new, all-electric premium compact crossover. And the Q4 e-tron Sportback is its sloping-roofed stablemate.