The results are in! The best new luxury cars of 2019 bring anticipation and excitement for those looking for the ultimate driving experience. Many automakers have redesigned popular luxury car models to reflect the ongoing expectations of drivers, from state of the art technology to increased fuel efficiency without sacrificing power or comfort. The best new and redesigned luxury cars of 2019 are the ideal combination of status, style, safety, impressive acceleration and handling, and the latest innovations for vehicles of this caliber. Our list features a range of vehicles that deserve to be considered luxury cars. These include the 2019 Audi RS3, BMW M5, Cadillac CTS-V, Land Rover Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz S-class, and the Porsche 911. Ready to see what is so amazing about the best new luxury cars of 2019? The results are in, and the winners are...
The RS3 is ready to rock, with an impressive 2.5-liter five-cylinder under the hood, turbocharged and delivering 400 horsepower. All that power takes the RS3 from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, but doesn't sacrifice fuel economy; this luxury vehicle gets and EPA estimated 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. The RS3 features udi’s MMI Navigation Plus interface for the 7.0-inch central display and a configurable 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster, adding to an already quiet, comfortable, and beautiful interior.
The M5 beefs up the driving experience, with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 engine that sports 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. Drivers can go from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 2.8 seconds, and the fuel efficiency reflects that with 15 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway. However, this is one of the quickest luxury sedans available. All-wheel drive is now standard, along with a more traditional automatic transmission; however, the all-wheel drive system can be disabled, putting the car into rear-drive mode. Standard features include leather upholstery, a hushed cabin, a power trunklid, 20-way power-adjustable front seats, a head-up display, heated steering wheel and front seats, ambient interior lighting, Apple CarPlay connectivity, a 10.2-inch touchscreen-based navigation system, lane departure warning, blind-spot detection and front collision mitigation.
This spacious, comfortable luxury car has a supercharged 640-hp 6.2-liter V-8, big Brembo brakes, an eight-speed automatic, and rear-wheel drive. Able to go from 0 to 60 in 3.8 seconds, the CTS-V gets 14 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway. Standard equipment includes an automatic parking system, keyless ignition and entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, OnStar communications (with 4G LTE and a Wi-Fi hotspot), wireless smartphone charging, three USB ports, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a navigation system, and a safety system with forward collision warning, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic warning systems, lane departure warning and intervention, and rearview and curb-view parking cameras.
This luxury vehicle offers everything a sedan does and adds off-road capability to the mix. The supercharged V-6 cranks out 340 horsepower, combined with all-wheel drive that comes standard. Fuel efficiency is front and center, at 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. Standard features include selectable terrain modes, a hands-free liftgate, a self-leveling air suspension with automatic height adjustment for loading and unloading, keyless entry, a tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, a navigation system, rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-path alert, and lane departure warning.
The S-class has a stellar reputation for quality and luxury, and drivers can choose to drive the roomy sedan, sporty coupe, or indulgent convertible. The standard engine is a a 362-horsepower, twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6. Standard features include several advanced driver assistance and semi-autonomous driving features that incorporate a 360-degree camera system, blind spot monitoring, steering assist, and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. There are many packages that drivers can choose that provide top of the line features, such as massaging seats, in-cabin fragrance, and personalized climate control.
The newest 911 continues to delight drivers with a powerful engine and excellent handling. Horsepower ranges from 370 to 450 over multiple variations, getting from 0 to 60 mph in just 3 seconds without sacrificing fuel economy. The Porsche 911 regularly gets 28 mpg on the highway, and slightly less in the city. Luxury features that come standard include touchscreen infotainment, heated and ventilated leather seats, onboard Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, two USB ports and SD card slots, Apple CarPlay, and more.
In addition to those featured above, there is a wide range of luxury vehicles that have been redesigned with even more comfort, power, and technology. Some of these luxury cars include the Audi A Series, BMW 8 Series, the Genesis G70, the Lexus ES, and the Volvo S60.
Luxury does come at a price, but some of these cars and SUVs may be more affordable than expected. The Audi RS3, for example, starts at only $55,000. Other cars on our list range from $75,000 to over $100,000 for top of the line comfort, technology, safety, and pure driving enjoyment.