The results are in! We've ranked the top new luxury cars for seniors in several different categories: sedans, midsize sedans, compacts, hybrids, and sports cars. Each luxury car offers a variety of features that seniors will find useful including state-of-the-art driver safety technology like blind spot monitoring, parking assist features, and a backup camera. When coming up with our list, we also considered interior qualities such as a quiet cabin, soft-touch materials, and exceptional seat comfort. But most important of all, the cars on our list are among the most economical and reliable models available on the market that also provide impressive driving performance. If you are a senior looking for exceptional luxury at a surprisingly affordable price, check out our list of the best luxury cars for seniors. Below we'll reveal the best of the best in each category, as well as some excellent runners-up. The results are in and here are the winners...
If you are a BMW loyalist, you won't be disappointed with their options for 2019. The BMW 2-Series offers a number of notable improvements for the year including new advanced safety features that comes standard. New to the 2-Series are features like daytime pedestrian monitoring, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning. Starting with the 230i model, you'll get an ample 248 horsepower, while the M240i delivers a whopping 335 horsepower. Most impressive is its stylish interior and spacious trunk that makes the 2-Series well-suited for travel. If you are looking for something a little bigger, the 2019 BMW 4-Series is another good choice for the year. It now includes standard parking sensors and navigation. The 2-Series BMW line-up starts at $35,300, while the 4-Series starts at $44,600.
If you need something small and affordable to get around in, the 2019 Kia Stinger is a terrific choice for a few reasons. One of the top-ranking luxury cars on the market, the new Stinger offers an agile ride, a potent engine, and user-friendly controls. While the fuel economy isn't the very best at 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, the engine power more than makes up for it. With the base 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine equipped, you'll get up to 255 horsepower providing exceptional power for highway and city driving. Equipped with every Stinger is leather seating for five along with a heating feature for the front seats, as well as power-adjustability. The infotainment system connects effortlessly with your smartphone and comes paired with a crystal-clear six-speaker audio system. Driver assistance safety features include a new blind spot monitoring system, parking sensors, and lane change assist. The 2019 Kia Stinger starts at $32,900.
If you are concerned about fuel economy, a fantastic alternative is the 2019 Volvo S60. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine gets 250 horsepower which is just a little less than the Stinger. But it gets 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, besting the Stinger in terms of fuel economy. However, it suffers a bit in terms of handling. Still, it offers and elegant cabin, a quiet ride, and plenty of luxury features. Seats offer plenty of space to accommodate your grandchildren and your adult children. Get the 2019 Volvo S60 starting at $35,800.
Most seniors will be immensely satisfied with the new CTS. The 2019 Cadillac CTS offers an ample 268 horsepower thanks to its 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, providing quick acceleration. As for fuel economy, the vehicle gets 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway which is about average for a midsize luxury car. The interior is exquisitely designed and offers comfortable, supportive seating for seniors. The infotainment system is simple, so you don't have to mess with it for hours and hours before you get a hang of it. The 2019 Cadillac CTS starts at $46,995.
Ranked below the Cadillac CTS, but not too far behind is the new Jaguar XF. The 2019 Jaguar XF delivers a spacious interior with ample legroom and massive trunk. The standard 247 horsepower engine comes paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering stellar acceleration and a comfortable ride. It also offers a fantastic fuel economy getting 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. With the 2.0-liter four-cylinder 180-horsepower engine equipped, you'll get even better fuel economy specs: 31 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the highway. The downside is that safety features are all optional, except for emergency brake assist and a backup camera which comes standard.
For seniors tired of spending hundreds or thousands of dollars in gas each year, the 2019 Lexus ES is just the hybrid you've been waiting for. The Lexus ES boasts a stylish, comfy cabin with soft materials and supportive seats for all inside. It's powerful hybrid powertrain delivers 215 horsepower for optimal acceleration, and the engine is so quiet, you'll actually be able to hear your grandkids in the back seat. On top of this, you'll get plenty of standard features including HD radio for greater sound clarity, a CD player, a moonroof, and a variety of safety features. The 2019 Lexus ES starts at $41,410.
If you are looking for the ideal luxury sedan to drive your family around, there's no better option for the new year, so far, than the 2019 Cadillac XTS. The new XTS comes with a base 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 304 horsepower and gets 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. The spacious interior features supportive leather upholstered seats, an easy-to-learn infotainment system, an eight-speaker Bose audio system for superior sound clarity and basic driver assistance features like a rearview camera and parking sensors (but you can opt for more). At 18 cubic feet, the XTS offers the largest trunk in its class. Get the 2019 XTS starting at $46,795.
Some seniors just want to have fun...and why not? After years of hard work, they've earned it. If you are looking for the perfect vehicle to celebrate your retirement, the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is just the thing for you. Reclaim your youth with the 2019 Corvette. While it isn't the most practical sports car in terms of fuel economy (15 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy), the base Stingray model comes with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that outputs a whopping 455 horsepower. Handling is made top priority, so the new Corvette is surprisingly easy to drive. You'll also be happy to know that its seats are incredibly supportive, and features are kept to a minimum. Additionally, the Corvette offers up to 15 cubic feet of trunk space which is remarkable for a sports car.
As more and more 2019 models are released, you can expect future updates for this guide later in 2019. Expect to hear about the latest refreshes and redesigns for the year, as well as some exciting all-new releases. But if you are looking to buy now, these vehicles are the best currently offered. Check them out at your local dealerships.