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10 Most Popular Luxury Cars
Lately, economic indicators point to a strengthening economy, which means more Americans are choosing luxury cars than in recent years. If you're considering an upgrade to a premium car, this buyer's guide provides details about the 10 most popular* luxury cars in America.
* Popularity based on April 2014 new-vehicle sales
The most popular choice when it comes to luxury cars, the BMW 3 Series and 4 Series lineups offer coupes and convertibles, sedans and station wagons, and even a 5-door hatchback called the Gran Turismo. Turbocharged 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines are the most common, but BMW also offers a turbo-diesel and a hybrid. All-wheel-drive (AWD) is optional.
Base Price--$33,675
Initial Quality Rating--Better than Most
Predicted Reliability Rating--About average
Overall Vehicle Appeal Rating--Among the Best
Fuel Economy Range (city/highway mpg)--20/45
NHTSA Crash Test Rating--5 stars (4 Series not tested)
IIHS Crash Test Rating--Not a "Top Safety Pick" (4 Series not tested)
Cargo Volume--7.8 cu. ft. to 56.5 cu. ft. (depending on model and configuration)
The Mercedes E-Class is the second most popular choice for a luxury car in America. Available as a coupe, convertible, sedan, or station wagon, the E-Class can be fitted with gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains. All-wheel drive is optional, and the E63 AMG model is a high-performance version of the mainstream model.
Base Price--$52,325
Initial Quality Rating--Better than Most
Predicted Reliability Rating--Better than Most
Overall Vehicle Appeal Rating--About Average
Fuel Economy Range (city/highway mpg)--15/42
NHTSA Crash Test Rating--4 stars (Coupe and Cabriolet not tested)
IIHS Crash Test Rating--Not a "Top Safety Pick" (Cabriolet not tested)
Cargo Volume--8.8 cu. ft. to 57.4 cu. ft. (depending on model and configuration)
The Lexus ES is the third most popular luxury car in the United States. For a 268-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine, choose the ES 350 model. Maximum fuel economy is provided by the ES 300h, which is equipped with a gas-electric hybrid powertrain.
Base Price--$37,530
Initial Quality Rating--Better than Most
Predicted Reliability Rating--Among the Best
Overall Vehicle Appeal Rating--Better than Most
Fuel Economy Range (city/highway mpg)--21/40
NHTSA Crash Test Rating--5 stars
IIHS Crash Test Rating--Not a "Top Safety Pick"
Cargo Volume--12.1 cu. ft. to 15.2 cu. ft. (depending on model)
The 2014 Mercedes C-Class is the fourth most popular luxury car in the United States, and is available in coupe or sedan body styles with a choice between a turbocharged 4-cylinder, V-6, and, in the C63 AMG, a V-8 engine. All-wheel drive is an option for the C-Class. Also, keep in mind that the C-Class Sedan is redesigned for 2015, so if you like the current style, get it while you can.
Base Price--$36,725
Initial Quality Rating--About Average
Predicted Reliability Rating--Better than Most
Overall Vehicle Appeal Rating--About Average
Fuel Economy Range (city/highway mpg)--13/31
NHTSA Crash Test Rating--5 stars (Coupe not tested)
IIHS Crash Test Rating--Not a "Top Safety Pick"
Cargo Volume--11.7 cu. ft. to 12.4 cu. ft. (depending on model)
The fifth most popular luxury car in America, the BMW 5 Series lineup offers a sedan or a 5-door hatchback called the Gran Turismo. Buyers select between three turbocharged gasoline engines, a turbo-diesel engine, and a gas-electric hybrid powertrain. All-wheel drive is an option, and a performance-tuned version called the M5 is also available.
Base Price--$50,425
Initial Quality Rating--About Average
Predicted Reliability Rating--Better than Most
Overall Vehicle Appeal Rating--Among the Best
Fuel Economy Range (city/highway mpg)--14/38
NHTSA Crash Test Rating--5 stars
IIHS Crash Test Rating--Not a "Top Safety Pick"
