Luxury cars that are worth your consideration
The Lexus LC 500 inspires passion when you drive it or even when you glimpse it – pedestrians often pull out their phones and snap its picture when it pulls up to a light. Submitted photo
Automakers have rolled out some impressive new luxury cars and SUVs for the 2018 model year. And with 2019 models coming out soon, this is the perfect time to invest in the extravagance introduced in 2018.
All-wheel-drive luxury sedan with the handling of a classic rear-wheel-drive sports sedan: BMW 5 series
A completely redesigned version of the iconic BMW 5 series luxury sedan is for those looking for a midsize luxury sport sedan that’s responsive and engaging to drive.
Particularly notable is that the new 5 series is available in all-wheel drive in addition to the traditional rear-wheel drive – and incredibly, the all-wheel-drive version manages to effectively mimic the 5-series’ famed rear-wheel-drive driving dynamics. It’s a great choice for anyone who wants the 5-series experience but also all-wheel drive for when the roads are slick. It’s fast enough with its base 248-hp, two-liter, four-cylinder engine, and even more so with the optional 335-hp six-cylinder.
All-wheel-drive luxury convertible: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet
The new convertible version of the Mercedes E-Class sedan offers an impressive amount of comfort and technology. It also avoids some common convertible complaints. Unlike most drop tops, wind buffeting is a virtual nonissue. There’s plenty of room for two adults in the back seat, and the top opens and closes quietly and quickly – in less than 20 seconds. Also, unlike most convertibles, it will be offered with all-wheel drive in addition to the standard rear-wheel drive.
Like the other cars in Mercedes’ fabulous E-Class line, it’s loaded with the latest tech, including an excellent 12.3-inch optional touch screen and a vibrant, easy-to-read digital gauge cluster. The twin-turbocharged three-liter V6 delivers 329 hp.
Head-turningly beautiful luxury coupe: Lexus LC 500
Lexus has long been known for making luxury cars that are reliable, comfortable, refined – and boring. The automaker has been working hard to shed that boring image, and the two-door LC 500 coupe is a leap in the right direction.
This car inspires passion when you drive it or even when you glimpse it – pedestrians often pull out their phones and snap its picture when it pulls up to a light. Combine that sex appeal with the interior refinement, reliability, quiet cabin and smooth-as-silk drivetrain for which Lexus is known, and the result is a tremendously good car. The base 471-hp, five-liter V8 can launch the LC 500 to 60 miles per hour in less than 4.5 seconds.
Copyright © 2018 by Bottom Line Inc., 3 Landmark Square, Suite 201, Stamford, Connecticut 06901. www.Bottom LineInc.com
All-wheel-drive luxury sedan with the handling of a classic rear-wheel-drive sports sedan: BMW 5 series
A completely redesigned version of the iconic BMW 5 series luxury sedan is for those looking for a midsize luxury sport sedan that’s responsive and engaging to drive.
Particularly notable is that the new 5 series is available in all-wheel drive in addition to the traditional rear-wheel drive – and incredibly, the all-wheel-drive version manages to effectively mimic the 5-series’ famed rear-wheel-drive driving dynamics. It’s a great choice for anyone who wants the 5-series experience but also all-wheel drive for when the roads are slick. It’s fast enough with its base 248-hp, two-liter, four-cylinder engine, and even more so with the optional 335-hp six-cylinder.
All-wheel-drive luxury convertible: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet
The new convertible version of the Mercedes E-Class sedan offers an impressive amount of comfort and technology. It also avoids some common convertible complaints. Unlike most drop tops, wind buffeting is a virtual nonissue. There’s plenty of room for two adults in the back seat, and the top opens and closes quietly and quickly – in less than 20 seconds. Also, unlike most convertibles, it will be offered with all-wheel drive in addition to the standard rear-wheel drive.
Like the other cars in Mercedes’ fabulous E-Class line, it’s loaded with the latest tech, including an excellent 12.3-inch optional touch screen and a vibrant, easy-to-read digital gauge cluster. The twin-turbocharged three-liter V6 delivers 329 hp.
Head-turningly beautiful luxury coupe: Lexus LC 500
Lexus has long been known for making luxury cars that are reliable, comfortable, refined – and boring. The automaker has been working hard to shed that boring image, and the two-door LC 500 coupe is a leap in the right direction.
This car inspires passion when you drive it or even when you glimpse it – pedestrians often pull out their phones and snap its picture when it pulls up to a light. Combine that sex appeal with the interior refinement, reliability, quiet cabin and smooth-as-silk drivetrain for which Lexus is known, and the result is a tremendously good car. The base 471-hp, five-liter V8 can launch the LC 500 to 60 miles per hour in less than 4.5 seconds.
Copyright © 2018 by Bottom Line Inc., 3 Landmark Square, Suite 201, Stamford, Connecticut 06901. www.Bottom LineInc.com
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