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Best Luxury Subcompact Cars

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#12023 Acura Integra
The Integra is the most well-rounded car in the segment, with tons of cargo space, great fuel economy, and quality interior fittings. We're looking forward to a Type S performance model.
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MT Score8.5/10
MPG26/36
MSRP$31,300 - $36,300
Other years:20242023200120001999
Other years:2024202320012000
#22023 Audi A3
The A3 is everything you'd want from an entry-level Audi, included tasteful understated styling and confident AWD handling. Great efficiency numbers only heighten the appeal.
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MT Score8.2/10
MPG28/38
MSRP$35,400 - $40,800
Other years:20232022202020192018
Other years:2023202220202019
#32023 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Available in three flavors, the second-gen CLA-Class is vastly improved compared to its predecessor, but with options, the price can quickly skyrocket. If it's within the budget, the CLA is a good pick.
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MT Score7.4/10
MPG25/36
MSRP$39,350 - $57,800
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021

Best Luxury Compact Sedans

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#12023 Tesla Model 3
The Model 3 merits consideration as a compact luxury sedan and electric car. Although a sparse interior layout won’t appeal to everyone, excellent dynamics and range make it a great choice.
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MT Score8.8/10
MPG138/126
MSRP$40,240 - $53,240
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021
#22023 BMW 3-Series
BMW’s compact sedan benefits from strong acceleration and confident braking. Its trunk is massive, but this car rides poorly.
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MT Score8.7/10
MPG26/36
MSRP$43,800 - $58,400
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#32023 Audi A4
A 2020 refresh gave the A4 standard AWD, hybrid assistance, more tech, and subtle restyling. Its quality and infotainment are among the segment's best, plus there's the A4 Allroad wagon.
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MT Score8.7/10
MPG24/33
MSRP$40,300 - $55,800
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020

Best Luxury Compact Fastbacks

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#12023 Audi A5
Although the A5 is available in coupe and drop-top forms, the versatile Sportback four-door hatch would be our pick. Excellent design and interior tech make this a great choice.
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MT Score9.2/10
MPG24/33
MSRP$44,600 - $64,000
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#22023 BMW 4-Series
Offered as a Gran Coupe four-door, coupe, and convertible, the 4 Series lineup is a solid choice. Try the Audi A5 for superior tech and more mature styling.
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MT Score8.7/10
MPG25/34
MSRP$45,900 - $68,250
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021
#32023 Polestar 2
The stylish Polestar 2 is the young automaker’s first mass-market vehicle, offering exciting electric performance and minimalist design. Ride quality is stiff, though.
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MT Score8.6/10
MPG113/100
MSRP$48,400 - $75,500
Other years:2024202320222021
Other years:2024202320222021

Best Luxury Midsize Sedans

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#12023 Audi A6
Behind the A6’s evolutionary looks are an impeccably built interior and one of the quietest interiors in the class. A comfortable ride and secure handling cement the A6’s place as a class leader.
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MT Score8.6/10
MPG24/31
MSRP$56,900 - $73,400
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#22023 Lexus ES
Spacious and comfortable, the ES provides a traditional luxury sedan experience. Although rivals offer more satisfying dynamics, we still appreciate its value and available hybrid model.
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MT Score8.5/10
MPG22/32
MSRP$41,940 - $52,130
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#32023 BMW 5-Series
The BMW 5 Series excels as a long-distance luxury cruiser with comfortable seats and a quiet cabin. Good fuel economy and IIHS safety ratings help make a case for the midsize luxury sedan.
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MT Score8.5/10
MPG25/33
MSRP$54,800 - $81,500
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021

Best Luxury Wagons

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#12023 Audi A6
Behind the A6’s evolutionary looks are an impeccably built interior and one of the quietest interiors in the class. A comfortable ride and secure handling cement the A6’s place as a class leader.
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MT Score9.1/10
MPG21/30
MSRP$56,900 - $73,400
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#22023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our 2021 Car of the Year, the E-Class offers excellent powertrains and a good ride with the air suspension. More interior space would be nice, but the superb E-Class does nearly everything right.
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MT Score8.9/10
MPG23/31
MSRP$55,750 - $121,100
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021
#32023 Volvo V90
The big Volvo wagon lacks the performance of its German competitors, and even its outstanding design can't overshadow dated tech and a below average value rating.
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MT Score7.9/10
MPG22/29
MSRP$58,450 - $64,050
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020

Best Luxury Midsize Fastbacks

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#12023 Audi A7
Stylish, luxurious, and simply cool, the A7 is a fantastic fastback. Although the standard A7 isn’t quite sporty, the S7 and RS7 turn up the wick. In any setup the A7’s tech and quality excel. Good cargo space adds to its allure.
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MT Score8.9/10
MPG21/30
MSRP$70,200 - $79,350
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#22023 BMW 8-Series
The Gran Coupe model morphs the 8 Series coupe and convertible into a sleek four-door fastback—which drives just as well but might look even better. Panache is prioritized over practicality; rear headroom is tight.
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MT Score8.3/10
MPG22/29
MSRP$87,500 - $144,900
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021
#32023 Porsche Taycan
One word: incredible. Porsche’s sporty four-door EV looks great and drives better. Yes, it’s pricey, has limited range, and lacks interior space. That matters little when you experience the Taycan’s electrifying performance.
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MT Score8.1/10
MPG76/84
MSRP$86,700 - $190,000
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021

Best Luxury Full-Size Sedans

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#12023 Genesis G90
Once an underdog and now a segment leader, the 2023 Genesis G90 is MotorTrend's Car of the Year. This large luxury sedan is a masterclass of design and opulence.
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MT Score8.8/10
MPG18/26
MSRP$88,400 - $98,700
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#22023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
This flagship sedan’s plush ride, semi-autonomous driving capability, and huge OLED infotainment display ooze modern luxury. It’s pricey, but what do you expect?
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MT Score8.7/10
MPG20/28
MSRP$112,650 - $229,000
Other years:20242023202220212020
Other years:2024202320222021
#32023 Audi A8
The heavily refreshed hi-po S8 packages incredible trick suspension with a strong twin-turbo V-8 and a spacious back seat. We just wish there were an electric option to compete with the Mercedes EQS.
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MT Score8.6/10
MPG19/28
MSRP$87,800
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020

Best Exotic Luxury GTs

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2023 Aston Martin DB11
Not Yet Ranked: Aston's two-door grand tourer offers a balanced V-8 model and responsive steering, but the V-12 performance is underwhelming and the DB11's weight is obvious if you drive hard.
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MPG18/24
MSRP$217,000 - $233,200
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
2023 Bentley Continental GT
We score every vehicle on mpg, value, technology, design innovation, safety, how it drives and much more.
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MPG15/23
MSRP$235,600 - $376,100
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
2023 Ferrari Portofino
Not Yet Ranked: The Portofino promises proper Ferrari performance alongside daily driver versatility and comfortable suspension tuning, but there are some pricey options that should be standard.
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MSRPComing Soon
Other years:2023202220212020
Other years:2023202220212020

Best Electric Luxury Cars

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#12023 Lucid Air
The Lucid Air is among the most impressive EVs in years with over 500 miles of range and over 1,000 hp, not to mention a properly luxurious interior. Tesla should watch its back.
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MT Score9.1/10
MSRP$87,400 - $249,000
Other years:202420232022
Other years:202420232022
#22023 Tesla Model S
A recent update brought more range and quicker acceleration to this EV pioneer. Its revamped interior has some wild features. Tesla quality remains dubious, but the Model S is amazing nonetheless.
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MT Score8.8/10
MPG119/112
MSRP$88,490 - $108,490
Other years:20232022202120202019
Other years:2023202220212020
#32023 Genesis G80 Electric
Now that’s one stunning interior. Smooth acceleration further contributes this EV’s refinement, although steering feel could use improvement.
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MT Score8.4/10
MPG105/89
MSRP$79,825
Other years:2023
Other years:2023

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