Rapidly expanding through recent years, the luxury segment of the automotive market has maintained a competitive streak, with automobile companies continuously releasing luxurious SUVs, sports cars, and sedans. Top German manufacturing giants like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Audi lead the way within this class market. They have shown car enthusiasts that a luxury vehicle is more than dazzling looks with striking noises, and more about providing a one-of-a-kind experience for the driver.
The combination of driver-focused features, a smooth ride, and perfected agility create the ideal luxury car, one that can please its driver in all departments. German vehicles often prize themselves on creating vehicles that offer pristine comfort, envious performance, and enjoyable drivability, including the most up-to-date infotainment system and features throughout.
Here are ten German cars that lead the way in the luxury car market.
10/10 Porsche 911 Carrera
Capable of storming from 0-60 mph in 4 seconds, the stunning Porsche 911 boasts 380 horses and a top speed of 182 mph, thanks to its 3.0-liter six-cylinder twin-turbocharged engine. The Carrera offers impressive handling, with superb mechanical grip levels and efficient adaptive dampers.
Inside, rich materials dress all the surfaces, pairing well with a cool infotainment system that stretches itself across the center console. The Porsche 911 Carrera is a car that allows enthusiasts to fall in love with driving again, while treating them to luxury driver features and a superior interior.
9/10 Mercedes-AMG EQE
The ultra-luxurious Mercedes-AMG EQE receives a sleek AMG-specific MB-Tex upholstery design, which is nicely finished with futuristic microfiber inserts and striking red stitching. A gigantic 56-inch Hyperscreen is the main attraction, highlighted with glorious dark lighting.
Luscious Nappa leather wraps itself around the EQE’s flat-bottomed steering wheel, complimented by cool illuminated door sills. This German fireball boasts 626 horsepower and 700-lb-ft of torque, capable of sprinting from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, all thanks to its 90.6 kWh battery pack that pairs with powerful dual motors.
8/10 BMW i7 Sedan
The cabin of the luxurious all-electric BMW i7 sedan treats owners to a mini-cinema experience, with an evolutionary 31.3-inch 8K resolution screen that descends from the roof, nicely integrated with Amazon Fire TV.
Carrying a weighty price tag of $119,300, there’s no denying that the i7 Sedan oozes luxury in all departments. Flaunting a stunning design with BMW’s iconic mega grille, the i7 sedan also boasts impressive power. A 105.2 kWh battery pack poses as the powertrain, offering 536 horses and roaring to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds.
7/10 Porsche Cayenne
This five-seater luxury crossover SUV proudly flaunts a sleek cabin, dressed in luscious leather, and filled with advanced technology; the Cayenne is as premium as a vehicle can get. Further luxury touches come in the form of memory seats, a beautiful panoramic sunroof, numerous sport gauge dials, and countless driver assist features.
A 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 sits within the Porsche Cayenne, offering 434 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, capable of zooming to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The Porsche Cayenne offers luxury lovers everything they could wish for; a polished design, impressive power, and numerous driver-orientated features inside its spacious cabin.
6/10 BMW iX1
Posing as an advanced luxury SUV, the electric BMW iX1 uses a 64.7 kWh battery that pumps out 308 horses, and four-wheel drive. Smooth and enjoyable to drive, the BMW iX1 will race to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds.
Inside, the German giants have elevated the iX1’s cabin to offer sleekness and pure luxury. A raised infotainment screen perches itself in the center of the cabin, surrounded by dark leather materials and countless gadgets and driver-focused features.
5/10 Porsche Panamera S
Flaunting a mean 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, the Porsche Panamera S relies on 621 roaring horses to sprint from 0-60 mph in a blistering 2.9 seconds. Paired with sublime brakes and a sweet suspension, the Panamera S offers a smooth, luxurious ride.
The Porsche Panamera S’s cabin is a mixture of elegance and sport, with a cool 12.3-inch infotainment system sitting up front, surrounded by high-quality materials. With wireless phone charging, a Wi-Fi hotspot and the chance for owners to choose their own Porsche online configuration, the Panamera S has it all.
4/10 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe
Showcasing a sleek coupe design, the stunning BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is a luxury sedan that often collects stares. Housing an envious twin-turbo V8 powertrain, the Gran Coupe possesses 523 snarling horses.
This high-end BMW has a cabin in rich camel-colored leather, with a prominent touchscreen claiming the focal point. Space is in abundance, providing all passengers with ample leg and headroom.
3/10 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Haute Voiture
This Mercedes’ interior is truly phenomenal, with the superior fabric Bouclé making an appearance, a fabric that is often used for Chanel fashion and bags. This luxurious material pairs well with the use of Crystal White premium leather and numerous splashes of gold.
Floor mats are luxuriously made from mohair and linen, and owners will find an advanced MBUX infotainment system, in which passengers can choose from 12 avatars to dress up in expensive clothing and luscious gowns. The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Haute Voiture offers car enthusiasts a peak into the high-life.
2/10 Audi RS6 Tribute Edition
This gorgeous German beast is beyond striking in its Nogaro Blue strip, housing a mean 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that pumps out upwards of 700 racing horses.
Inside, a cool digital display sits proudly behind the luxurious-feeling steering wheel, with another touchscreen system sitting to the right of the driver. Seats, doors, and the dashboard are beautifully covered in leather, and space is readily available. Offering breathtaking looks, advanced technology and brutal power, the Audi RS6 Tribute Edition is a gorgeous luxury vehicle.
1/10 Audi A8 L Horch
Fine materials including plump cream leather and the use of real wood allows the interior of the Audi A8 L Horch to ooze luxury. Its divine leather upholstery is hand-stitched in a striking diamond pattern, and both rear-seat passengers receive a cool entertainment screen to enjoy.
Upfront, owners can enjoy two touchscreen systems, with a third integrated neatly into the rear armrest, available to control air-conditioning and seat adjustments. The performance of the A8 L Horch matches its powerful looks, too, with a 3.0-liter V8 hybrid flaunting 335 horses and sending power to its eight-speed automatic transmission.
Source: Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi
