Volkswagen Passat CC
This German car manufacturer best know to have introduced the ‘people’s car, the Volkswagen Beetle, is also one of the best luxury car brands. In the fashionable world of sport sedans, the
Volkswagen Passat CC has always been standing right ahead of other cars. It is a model which is swathed in a dramatic and stylish four-door body with flowing lines and a bold face.
It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine with an output of 200bhp. It also gives an option of 3.6-litre narrow-angle V6 engine which produces 280 bhp. Both the powerful engines are equipped with front-wheel drive, whereas the 3.6-litre engine also comes with an option of all-wheel drive. For the speed lovers the car also offers a W12 engine which churns out 450 bhp.
The CC is enhanced with ergonomic sport-type seats, leather seating surfaces, Dynaudio stereo system, navigation system, back-up camera and satellite radio adding more luxury and comfort inside the cabin. Safety is taken car with electronic stability and traction control, anti-lock brakes, panic brake assist, six airbags, front row seatbelt pretensioners and a tire pressure monitoring system. Beside the well structured body and cues, the exterior is blessed with panoramic sunroof which gives the car a sporty look. One of the most luxurious sedans VW Passat CC sometimes is also called as the ‘mini Bentley’
BMW 7-Series
From the stable of the popular luxury car manufacturer BMW, comes the 7 Series which is a full-sized luxury car. The
BMW 7-series came into existence in 1977 and since then it is available only in the sedan version. This series received a facelift in 2009 adding more charm and features to the cars. This evaluation is based on the reviews and test drives and analysis of reliability and safety data. The7-series flaunts with graceful lines of previous generations, backed by the latest in automotive technology. This is a super luxury sedan for the wealthy people who are passionate about driving.
The sleek body houses an interior loaded with supreme level of luxury, advanced electronics and comfortable leathers. Technological advances like driver-adjustable chassis tuning and four-wheel steering make this the most sporty luxury car in the market. Presently 7-Series is supported by two variants - the 750i and long-wheelbase 750Li. The two are mechanically identical rear-wheel-drive cars powered by a direct-injection, twin-turbocharged V8. The company also plans an all wheel drive version in future.
Lexus LS 600h
The Lexus LS the luxury sedan is the flagship model of Lexus. Lexus, the luxury brand from Toyota currently rolls out the fourth generation LS which is powered by a V8 engines and rear-wheel drive. In 2006, the company introduced all-wheel drive, hybrid, and long wheelbase variants. It is a luxury sedan which offers a range of technological and safety features which is generally seen only on most sophisticated executive sedans in the world. The LS 600h comes with a very capacious cabin wrapped in high-quality luxury.
Mercedes Benz S-Class
The three pointer star derives the name of S-Class from the German word ‘Sonderklasse’ which means ‘special class’ or ‘in a class of its own’ and there is not better word than this to describe this elegant sedan from Mercedes-Benz. This model is the leader in advanced safety, performance and entertainment technology. The
Mercedes S-Class is in the market since the mid-1950s and over the period of time, it has gone seen significant overall changes.
Audi A4
The Audi A4 which made its presence in 90’s falls in the compact executive car segment. Immediately after its launch, A4 was one among the favorite collectibles for the luxury-car buyers. It impressed its customers with its handsome, well-finished cabin, sharp handling and available Quattro all-wheel drive. Tight panel gaps, high-quality materials and firm, comfortable seating give the interior the proper European ambience, while a supple ride and willing performance make the A4 is the successor of Audi 80. Since its launch
Audi A4 has been available in four generations, based on the Volkswagen Group 'B' series of automobile platforms.
A4 gives an option of two engines- a turbocharged 211bhp 2.0-liter inline-4 and 3.2-liter V6 producing 265 hp. The wagon is only available with the 2.0-liter engine. Most A4s come standard with Audi's Quattro AWD system and a six-speed automatic transmission, although a front-wheel-drive four-cylinder model is also available.
Lincoln MKS
The Lincoln MKS is a luxury sedan from the house of Lincoln which is a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company. The concept version of MKS was first unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in January 2006 and it was commercially launched in 2009. It is built on Ford's D3 platform which is also shared by Ford Taurus and other cars. The car is equipped with a front-wheel drive with an optional all-wheel drive. The MKS is seen with a 3.7-litre Duratec V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission. It is also cuddles you with premium quality materials, striking design making every single detailing perfect.
Jaguar XF
The Jaguar XF from the mid-size luxury segment is one of the best models from
Jaguar. It was in 2008 the XF model replaced Jaguar S-Type which was in the UK. This leaping cat, Jaguar XF comes with all classic qualities that a premium car would normally be decked up with. As stated by the car manufacturer itself that ‘XF embodies the jaguar philosophy of creating beautiful, fast cars and defines new driving experience’. The sedan gives an option of three engines-3.0-litres V6 diesel as well as petrol engine, 5.0-litreV8 petrol engine, which is also seen in supercharged version.
Maserati Quattroporte
The Maserati Quattroporte is a four door luxury sedan which is created by Maserati of Italy. The name Quattroporte in Italian means four doors. One of the most exotic cars, it is built with Italian design and some of the design cues comes from the legendary Ferrari. Quattroporte is a result of enthusiasm, excellent workmanship and attention to detail, both in the exterior and the interior. The car is seen with a powerful V8 engine crafted by Ferrari. The engine is mated to a new six-speed automatic transmission.
BMW 3-Series
The 3-Series from BMW still remains as the top selling model in the U.S. market. It's a finely crafted premium sedan gifted with supreme-class fit and finish, abundant power, and a comfortable ride and handling. The latest 3-series symbolizes the fifth-generation 3 Series and is little larger, bulky and quicker than the previous
BMW 3 Series. With the all new sturdy appeal the car also gets upgraded with improved suspension and braking, more power and more interior space. All this new features call for tough challenges from its rivals.