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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Sedan
$19,008
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a sedan, wagon, coupe or convertible, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class blends innovation and prestige like few others can.
SUV
$22,201
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe puts an emphasis on form rather than function, with a sleek roofline giving it a sporty appearance.
Sedan
$23,444
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
5.0
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi S4 sedan looks almost identical to its A4 sibling, but packs significantly more performance while retaining plenty of brains.
SUV
$24,421
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Offering even more power, the Mercedes-AMG GLC43 and GLC63 Coupes up the ante on the sportiest versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV.
Sedan
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$13,197
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its sub-$35K price tag, the 2018 Audi A3 may seem entry level, but it’s loaded with an abundance of Audi style and performance.
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Sedan
$15,349
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA proves that a car doesn’t have to be hyper-expensive to be a "real" Mercedes-Benz.
Sedan
$16,239
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi A6 sedan may not be as well-known as the BMW 5 Series, but it packs a stellar combination of luxury, performance and tech.
SUV
$16,343
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
19 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Volvo XC90 is the flagship SUV of the Swedish automaker, and a flagship in general for safety, technology and driver assistance.
SUV
$17,188
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG | 56 MPGe
Combined
The 2018 BMW X5 midsize-luxury SUV stands out with its athletic manners and variety of powertrains that include diesel and a plug-in hybrid.
Coupe
$17,242
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2018 Audi RS 3 offers a powerful turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive and razor-sharp handling, making it a driver’s delight.
Sedan
$17,283
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG | 67 MPGe
Combined
The 2018 BMW 5 Series still sets the pace for those seeking a smart, sophisticated executive sedan with a performance edge.
Wagon
$17,993
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
16 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With its sub-$35K price tag, the 2018 Audi A3 may seem entry level, but it’s loaded with an abundance of Audi style and performance.
Sedan
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$21,324
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its sub-$35K price tag, the 2018 Audi A3 may seem entry level, but it’s loaded with an abundance of Audi style and performance.
SUV
$21,359
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Mercedes-AMG versions of the GLC up the ante with more power and better handling, but without sacrificing any family-friendly utility.
Sedan
$22,803
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.8
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi A7 and Audi S7 are two brilliant sports sedans that excel in both luxury and performance.
Sedan
$24,224
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Small, fast, and relatively inexpensive, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 is the easiest way to experience the high-performance AMG brand.
Hatchback
$11,655
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.7
Consumer
118 MPGe
Combined Fuel Economy
Sporty, quick and quirky the technically advanced 2018 BMW i3 and new i3s are offered as electrics or as plug-in hybrids for extended range.
SUV
$12,977
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Although small, BMW’s 2018 X1 SAV offers all the driving expertise of its bigger siblings but in a more affordable package.
Sedan
$13,376
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
BMW’s 3 Series sedan for 2018 delivers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, performance and driving excitement at price that won’t shock.
Sedan
$14,491
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A gorgeous and comfortable sport-lux sedan with more power and lower sticker prices than its more famous European competitors.
SUV
$15,091
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish 2018 Audi Q3 is the luxury brand’s smallest and least expensive SUV. It’s a compelling entry in the compact-luxury-SUV segment.
SUV
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$16,356
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Although aging, the 2018 Acura RDX compact-luxury-crossover SUV still offers excellent performance and resale at a very reasonable price.
Wagon
$17,658
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Luxurious yet slightly more adventurous than your average luxury wagon, the 2018 Audi Allroad blends the best elements of a sedan and SUV.
SUV
$17,743
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
10 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE midsize luxury SUV boasts advanced features, an enviable German badge and even a plug-in hybrid variant.
Sedan
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$20,583
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The sleek and affordable Lexus IS luxury-sports sedan continues to improve this year, with more features and increased horsepower.
SUV
$24,176
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLE takes an already commendable luxury-midsize SUV and injects it with serious performance and more exclusivity.
SUV
$12,918
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.8
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Infiniti’s QX30 luxury-subcompact-crossover SUV for 2018 blends Mercedes-Benz engineering with Infiniti style and technology.
SUV
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$15,678
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2018 BMW X3 offers standard all-wheel drive, a pair of powerful engines, a cavernous interior, and classically good BMW looks.
Sedan
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$16,211
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Acura’s tech-savvy, comfortably smooth TLX is updated for 2018, with new looks, plus a new A-Spec trim level that adds attitude to the line.
SUV
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$16,590
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.6
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 XC60 is an all-new version of Volvo’s very popular small SUV, and it captures much of the luxury of its big brother, the XC90.
SUV
$19,000
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Lexus NX wows with its bold styling, impressive performance and stellar reputation for reliability and strong resale.
SUV
$21,084
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Porsche Cayenne delivers performance unlike any other 5-passenger luxury-crossover SUV, but be prepared to pay a hefty price.
Sedan
$23,139
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Despite an aging design, the 2018 BMW 6 Series Convertible and Gran Coupe still offer plenty of style and driving excitement.
Sedan
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$24,946
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Lexus GS offers varying levels of performance and luxury in a line of sedans backed by legendary Lexus quality.
SUV
$13,079
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2018 Jaguar E-Pace subcompact SUV boasts a stylish design backed by sporty driving dynamics and impressive off-road capability.