Best Luxury Cars & SUVs

Buying a luxury vehicle is just the start for the added costs owners will experience. Often, luxury cars experience more depreciation because they can be expensive to maintain. The hourly service rates tend to be higher, and if something goes wrong, repair bills can be significant. Most require pric...

Buying a luxury vehicle is just the start for the added costs owners will experience. Often, luxury cars experience more depreciation because they can be expensive to maintain. The hourly service rates tend to be higher, and if something goes wrong, repair bills can be significant. Most require pricey premium fuel. And they can cost more to insure.

Yes. CR members reveal that European car brands are the most expensive to maintain, costing thousands of dollars more than the lower-cost mainstream brands. However, there are a few brands, namely Lincoln and Buick, that have relatively low maintenance costs.

Yes. CR members reveal that European car brands are the most expensive to maintain, costing thousands of dollars more than the lower-cost mainstream brands. However, there are a few brands, namely Lincoln and Buick, that have relatively low maintenance costs. Learn more .

Reliability varies widely, based on data collected from CR members. This is a facet to include in your purchase decision. Fortunately, luxury cars tend to have longer warranties, but once they expire, repairs can be something to fear. Some brands, like Lexus, rival the best mainstream automakers, wh...

Reliability varies widely, based on data collected from CR members. This is a facet to include in your purchase decision. Fortunately, luxury cars tend to have longer warranties, but once they expire, repairs can be something to fear. Some brands, like Lexus, rival the best mainstream automakers, while others have among the highest problem rates.

Turbocharged four- and six-cylinder engines are the norm. These provide the power of a larger engine with weight savings and potentially fuel savings. Hybrids are common, and in luxury cars, they are often quite enjoyable to drive. Focus more on how the car performs the way you will drive it over pe...

Turbocharged four- and six-cylinder engines are the norm. These provide the power of a larger engine with weight savings and potentially fuel savings. Hybrids are common, and in luxury cars, they are often quite enjoyable to drive. Focus more on how the car performs the way you will drive it over peak horsepower. Note that the vast majority of luxury car engines require premium fuel.

Maybe. An electric powertrain enables the car to be quick and quiet—notable virtues for a luxury car. Some lower-priced models don’t live up to this potential. If you can charge at home, EVs can be an attractive option. Do check for available incentives.

Maybe. An electric powertrain enables the car to be quick and quiet—notable virtues for a luxury car. Some lower-priced models don’t live up to this potential. If you can charge at home, EVs can be an attractive option. Do check for available incentives.