Audi A3 and 6 Other Luxury Cars Worth Every Penny

You work hard, and you want a car that does, too. If that car comes with elite features designed for safety and comfort for your money, even better. And while you’re on the lot searching for your next set of wheels, why not go for a gorgeous exterior? You can find these features in some of the best luxury vehicles on the market.

GOBankingRates looked at some of the leaders in automotive publications to determine some of the luxury cars you should be on the lookout for.

Starting MSRP: $35,800

Kelley Blue Book praised the 2024 Audi A3, ranking it among the best luxury compact cars. When reviewing the Audi A3, Kelley Blue Book named it a great choice for a first-time luxury car owner, citing the smooth ride as perfect for work-day travel. The review also highlighted the car’s excellent virtual cockpit and park assist features. 

Starting MSRP: $42,040

For luxury mid-size cars, Kelley Blue Book singled out the 2024 Lexus ES as the cream of the crop. The review cited a serene interior and powerful technology package as key differentiators from other competitors on the market. 

“This generation of ES (the seventh) launched for the 2019 model year and it’s still one of the best-sellers in its segment,” wrote reviewer Colin Ryan. “Not surprising, since it satisfies those eternal human desires for space, comfort, dependability and quality, but at prices that aren’t extravagant.”

Starting MSRP: $89,200

When it comes to full-size cars, Kelley Blue Book says you would do well to look into the 2024 Genesis G90. The publication remarked upon the full-sized sedan’s “striking styling, classy, high-tech interior and the best warranty in its class.” 

Calling the Genesis G90 “a pleasure to drive,” reviewer Eric Brandt placed the model in competition with mainstays like Lexus LS, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Starting MSRP: $117,300

Car and Driver magazine gave the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class a 9.5 out of 10 score. Given the publication’s raves for the technology package and interior, it’s not hard to see why. Car and Driver also gave high marks for the car’s engine, transmission and performance. 

Starting MSRP: $96,400

Though Car and Driver was a bit mixed on the exterior of the 2024 BMW 7-Series, the magazine was unequivocal in its appreciation for the car’s steering quality and agility. 

“You can get it with a turbocharged inline-six, a plug-in hybrid or a twin-turbo V-8, but no matter which engine is under the hood, the 7-series delivers a glassy-smooth ride and a hushed interior perfect for long-distance treks,” wrote reviewer Drew Dorian.

Starting MSRP: $123,400

Car and Driver was excited about the powerful engine and high-tech package available in the 2024 Audi S8. Ranking it sixth among full-size luxury cars, the magazine praised the S8’s twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine. 

The reviewer remarked that the S8 has a new app-based remote-start feature, in addition to a new suite of apps that improve navigation while also offering broader entertainment options. 

Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact makes and models of the vehicles listed in this article.