Car Rankings: Luxury Large Cars

Ranking of premium large cars, including sedans, generally priced $40,000 to $60,000. Mercedes Benz E Class, Lexus GS, Cadillac STS and more. Rankings based on an in-depth analysis by U.S. News editors of all published auto ratings, reviews and test drives.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Image
  • MSRP: $51,200 - $85,300
  • Invoice: $47,616 - $79,329
  • MPG: 17 City / 24 Hwy

#1
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

The E Class is a luxurious sedan that has a refined interior, multiple capable engine options, and confident handling. If you're looking for more cargo space and ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.5
Performance:9.1
Exterior:8.4
Interior:8.9
Safety:9.5
Reliability:9.0
BMW 5-Series Image
  • MSRP: $44,300 - $58,500
  • Invoice: $40,755 - $53,820
  • MPG: 17 City / 27 Hwy

#2
2008 BMW 5-Series

The 5-Series' ranking is based on its class-leading combination of performance, comfort and technology. Other luxury large cars may rank higher insafety and interior, the BMW 5-Series ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.2
Performance:9.0
Exterior:8.6
Interior:8.1
Safety:7.5
Reliability:8.0
Acura RL Image
  • MSRP: $46,280 - $53,700
  • Invoice: $41,560 - $48,212
  • MPG: 16 City / 24 Hwy

#3
2008 Acura RL

The RL delivers one of the best combinations of technology, all-wheel drive and luxury in its class.  If you're in the market for a luxury large car, ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.0
Performance:8.6
Exterior:7.1
Interior:8.6
Safety:9.4
Reliability:10.0
Infiniti M Image
  • MSRP: $43,350 - $51,850
  • Invoice: $39,837 - $47,630
  • MPG: 16 City / 23 Hwy

#3
2008 Infiniti M

The M delivers a capable ride, powerful performance and advanced technology features that make it a very competitive luxury sedan. If you're in the market for a ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.0
Performance:9.1
Exterior:8.3
Interior:7.8
Safety:6.7
Reliability:9.0
Lexus GS Image
  • MSRP: $44,150 - $52,620
  • Invoice: $38,851 - $45,779
  • MPG: 17 City / 24 Hwy

#3
2008 Lexus GS

The GS features a refined, luxurious interior and a smooth, confident ride, though some taller passengers may find the cabin a bit tight. If you're in the ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.0
Performance:8.3
Exterior:7.4
Interior:8.3
Safety:9.4
Reliability:10.0
Lexus GS 450 Hybrid Image
  • MSRP: $54,900 - $54,900
  • Invoice: $48,312 - $48,312
  • MPG: 22 City / 25 Hwy

#3
2008 Lexus GS 450 Hybrid

The GS 450 Hybrid is an environmentally friendly luxury sedan that also delivers exceptional performance, attractive styling and a wealth of technological comfort and safety features. However, ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.0
Performance:8.8
Exterior:8.3
Interior:8.2
Safety:NA
Reliability:10.0
Audi A6 Image
  • MSRP: $42,950 - $56,300
  • Invoice: $39,943 - $52,361
  • MPG: 18 City / 27 Hwy

#7
2008 Audi A6

The A6 competes effectively in the luxury sedan class with a premium interior fit and finish, confident and smooth performance, and plenty of space for families and ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.8
Performance:8.3
Exterior:8.0
Interior:8.2
Safety:9.8
Reliability:8.0
Cadillac DTS Image
  • MSRP: $42,620 - $50,120
  • Invoice: $39,850 - $46,862
  • MPG: 15 City / 23 Hwy

#8
2008 Cadillac DTS

The DTS delivers classic V8 power, a spacious interior, a smooth ride, and ample cargo space. However, it only has a 4-speed transmission, and it lacks a ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.5
Performance:7.8
Exterior:7.8
Interior:8.3
Safety:7.7
Reliability:7.0
Volvo S80 Image
  • MSRP: $38,705 - $49,210
  • Invoice: $36,383 - $45,765
  • MPG: 16 City / 24 Hwy

#9
2008 Volvo S80

The S80 is a smooth driving, competent luxury car with class-leading safety features and ratings and a generally well-liked interior.  However, the car is not a sporty ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.2
Performance:7.4
Exterior:7.5
Interior:8.5
Safety:9.8
Reliability:8.0
Cadillac STS Image
  • MSRP: $43,215 - $52,715
  • Invoice: $40,406 - $49,289
  • MPG: 17 City / 26 Hwy

#10
2008 Cadillac STS

The newly freshened STS adds more power and better looks to a classic American sedan. Improved for the 2008 model year, the STS has an attractive exterior ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:7.4
Performance:9.3
Exterior:8.5
Interior:6.7
Safety:7.6
Reliability:8.0
Jaguar S-Type Image
  • MSRP: $48,335 - $64,335
  • Invoice: $43,985 - $58,545
  • MPG: 17 City / 26 Hwy

#11
2008 Jaguar S-Type

The S-Type is a classic statement-making large luxury car, but suffers from questionable value in a competitive class. If you're in the market for a large luxury ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:7.0
Performance:7.9
Exterior:8.0
Interior:7.7
Safety:NA
Reliability:6.0