Yahoo Autos Consumer Reports Says These Are The Best Luxury Cars For 2024
No one needs a luxury car, but just because you don’t need it doesn’t mean you don’t want it. And if you happen to be in the market for a luxury car, you know you’re going to be spending a lot of money on it, so the last thing you want is to buy or lease something you immediately regret. Or worse, end up with a reliability nightmare the moment the warranty is up.
Thankfully, our friends over at Consumer Reports recently published a list of what they consider to be the best luxury cars on the market. Whether you’re in the market for a luxury flagship or an entry-level subcompact, these are the luxury cars you’re going to want to consider in 2024.
Audi A3
Entry-level luxury cars aren’t known for being all that nice, but the Audi A3 gets points for offering comfortable seats and a well-appointed cabin. It’s also more fun to drive than you might expect, and it’s pretty good on gas, too.
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
If you’ve heard great things about the 2 Series coupe, you might think the 2 Series Gran Coupe is the same thing with four doors. Unfortunately, that’s not the case, but you can also probably do a lot worse when it comes to entry-level luxury sedans. And while it may be front-wheel drive, you can still expect to have some fun behind the wheel.
Acura Integra
The Acura Integra may show its Honda Civic roots a little more than some people would like, but at the same time, you get a practical liftback and a slick manual transmission in a package that’s undeniably fun to drive. And if you can afford it, the 320-hp Integra Type S is an absolute hoot.
Cadillac CT4
You might not think of Cadillac while shopping for compact luxury sedans, but the CT4 is sporty, fun to drive and has a nicer interior than you might expect. And it just gets better if you spring for the CT4-V or the track monster CT4-V Blackwing.
BMW 3 Series
The Cadillac CT4 may have made the list, but the BMW 3 Series is rated even higher, taking the top spot for compact luxury sedans in Consumer Reports’ testing. The 330i should make most people happy, but if you have a spot you can use to charge, the 330e plug-in hybrid offers about 20 miles of range, which should be enough to cover most daily errands.
Infiniti Q50
The Infiniti Q50 isn’t exactly new, and it shows from the moment you get behind the wheel. The materials aren’t really what you’d expect, the infotainment system could use a complete overhaul, and gas mileage leaves a lot to be desired. Still, with a relatively powerful engine, good handling and a nice ride, the Q50 may still offer enough to sway buyers who don’t need the latest technology.
Lexus IS
While a lot of compact luxury sedans are leased, if you’re looking to buy and keep your car for more than a few years, the Lexus IS is definitely worth considering for its reliability alone. It’s not going to be as fun to drive as the 3 Series, but it’s still quick and also promises to last as long as you plan to keep it.
