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.
Sedan
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$18,233
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.9
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Audi A4 and S4 blend uncompromised luxury with year-round performance ability, yet the price of entry is surprisingly affordable.
SUV
$18,281
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.8
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Audi’s Q5 SUV for 2016 is a multifaceted player, offering a variety of incarnations including performance-oriented, hybrid and diesel trims.
SUV
$9,044
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV isn’t your typical off-road roughhouser, favoring instead racy good looks and a sporty ride.
SUV
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$10,795
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 BMW X3 gets an upgrade to its USB and Bluetooth setup this year, including improved voice recognition and enhanced functionality.
Sedan
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$11,614
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Acura ILX is Acura’s smallest sedan. With a new engine, refreshed styling and advanced technology, it makes a good impression.
Sedan
$13,023
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Acura TLX aims for a sweet spot in the midsize premium-luxury, sports-sedan category and hits it smack-dab on the money.
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SUV
$14,377
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Some SUVs tout supreme luxury, others their off-road prowess. In the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, you get the best of both.
SUV
$21,766
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV isn’t your typical off-road roughhouser, favoring instead racy good looks and a sporty ride.
SUV
$9,942
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Though showing its age, the 2016 Buick Enclave 3-row premium SUV still offers a lot of room and features at a price that undercuts rivals.
Sedan
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$10,155
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.5
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Volvo S60 lineup expands with the addition of a long-wheelbase Inscription version and an off-road-ready S60 Cross Country.
Sedan
$12,740
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
More power, a new transmission, and faster infotainment keep the 2016 Cadillac CTS Sedan on the cutting edge against its German rivals.
SUV
$12,770
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Infiniti QX60, a 7-passenger, 3-row luxury crossover SUV, stands out for its comfort, value and safety — and is sportier for 2016.
SUV
$16,899
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Porsche’s Macan may look like a hunkered-down sport-utility vehicle, but from behind the wheel it feels more 911 than Cayenne.
Sedan
$17,486
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
As luxury sedans go the 2016 Lexus ES comforts its owners in the way it drives and rides as well as its cost of ownership
Sedan
$8,164
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Buick luxury and style come together in an affordable luxury compact to create the 2016 Buick Verano.
SUV
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$8,182
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Volvo XC60 SUV travels along virtually unchanged, offering family-oriented safety features, with Volvo’s characteristic style.
SUV
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$8,970
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Lincoln MKC is the compact-luxury SUV with big American styling and European-inspired moves.
Coupe
$11,443
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether a coupe, convertible or versatile 4-door Gran Coupe, the 2016 BMW 4 Series boasts excellent manners and a variety of powertrains.
Convertible
$11,714
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Buick’s first droptop in 25 years, the new Cascada is a stylish, solid and well-appointed 2+2 compact with surprisingly sporty character.
Coupe
$12,155
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether you choose the 4-cylinder Audi A5 2.0T or the S5 and its supercharged V6 engine, the Audi A5 and S5 are beautiful cars to drive.
Wagon
$14,140
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Volvo’s 2016 XC70 wraps safety, comfort and technology into a family-friendly wagon with SUV-like capabilities.
Coupe
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$18,814
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
New last year, the 2016 Lexus RC gets two new engines, sharpening its edge against rival sports coupes like the BMW 4 Series.
Convertible
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$19,504
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.8
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether you choose the 4-cylinder Audi A5 2.0T or the S5 and its supercharged V6 engine, the Audi A5 and S5 are beautiful cars to drive.
SUV
$6,395
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Buick Encore adds an upscale edge to a compact SUV big on style, substance and value.
Convertible
$10,109
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Volkswagen Eos gets an extended lease on life, with a limited run of discounted models. But hurry. When they’re gone, they’re gone.
Sedan
$10,826
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.5
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Infiniti Q50 sports sedan roars onto the scene with new engines, a new high-performance model and new steering and safety systems.
Sedan
$11,480
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Cadillac ATS proves America can make a legitimate compact luxury-performance car. The new ATS-V variant adds track-ready prowess.
Wagon
$11,715
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Volvo V60 wagon is the latest in a long line of Volvo wagons that reinforce the brand’s commitment to luxury, safety and value.
Hatchback
$11,825
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.0
Consumer
87 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class offers emissions-free driving, a luxury nameplate and a surprisingly affordable price tag.
Sedan
$12,382
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Although others have tried to copy it, there is no substituting the power, technology and handling afforded by the 2016 BMW 5 Series.
SUV
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$16,377
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.9
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Revamped last year, the BMW X6 gets a few new features as it zooms its luxury-coupe-SUV sporty self into the 2016 model year.
Sedan
$18,409
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.7
Consumer
315 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Continued updates that include a new, lower cost trim and improved performance packages are the latest additions for the 2016 Tesla Model S.
SUV
$12,564
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The revamped 2016 Infiniti QX50 small-luxury SUV now has a roomier cabin but retains its sporty handling and alluring price.
Sedan
$14,000
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Acura’s RLX luxury sedan for 2016 adds more technology and better handling but holds the line on price, making a great sedan even better.
Sedan
$14,183
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Infiniti Q70 luxury sedan has a good mix of verve, value and amenities, but gets lost in the crowd of more sophisticated rivals.
SUV
$15,101
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.7
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2016 Infiniti QX70 delivers sophisticated good looks in a package that is both sporty and luxurious.
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