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.
$0 - $25,000
Luxury
Sedan
$16,260
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.
Coupe
$18,078
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.
SUV
$18,114
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.
Sedan
$18,554
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
$18,849
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
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.
Sedan
$19,104
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 BMW 5 Series still sets the pace for those seeking a smart, sophisticated executive sedan with a performance edge.
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Wagon
$20,530
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
$21,168
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
$21,493
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.
SUV
$24,676
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Comfortable, luxurious and reliable, the 2018 Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h hybrid continue to dominate a competitive midsize-luxury-SUV market.
Hatchback
$11,921
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
$12,983
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
$14,802
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
$15,235
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
$15,767
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
$17,272
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.
SUV
$19,053
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.
Wagon
$19,630
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.
Sedan
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$22,707
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
$12,685
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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$16,619
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.
SUV
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$17,250
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.7
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
$18,520
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
$21,442
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
20 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
$22,144
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.
SUV
$12,186
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 GLA250 is the smallest, least expensive Mercedes-Benz SUV, but it packs plenty of panache, amenities and safety features.
SUV
$12,191
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.
Sedan
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$15,023
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Sporty, luxurious and packed with technology, the 2018 Acura ILX is Acura’s most affordable sedan with prices starting well under $30,000.
Sedan
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$20,571
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Genesis G80 dares to tread on long-established premium-luxury sedans, matching them in every aspect except the exorbitant price.
Wagon
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$21,036
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Volvo V90 Cross Country wagon melds luxurious appeal, rugged attitude and sophisticated safety and driver-assist features.
SUV
$22,499
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Land Rover’s 2018 Range Rover Sport may qualify as the most capable luxury SUV on the planet, but it doesn’t come cheap.
SUV
$22,667
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLA45 is the wild-child brother of the standard GLA compact SUV. It packs a lofty increase in performance and price.
Sedan
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$12,521
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Volvo S60 is a sporty, stylish and sophisticated small-luxury sedan with available all-wheel drive and up to 362 horsepower.
SUV
$16,665
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Meshing opulent luxury with impeccable driving manners is what the 2018 Infiniti QX60 does best.
Sedan
$18,282
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Cadillac CTS gets a modest handful of upgrades, keeping this luxury sedan on pace with its German and Japanese rivals.
SUV
$21,419
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A small SUV with big horsepower and athletic handling, the 2018 Porsche Macan offers families an impressive mix of utility and performance.
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