Once upon a time, all of the following cars had an expensive sticker price, but due to depreciation, these luxury cars are more affordable than ever. Usually, cheap luxury cars might look like a steal upon first viewing, but when you start to add the maintenance costs and repairs to the bill, buying a brand-new car starts looking like the cheaper alternative. Usually, German brands like BMW and Mercedes are culprits to being hellish expensive to fix.
However, that's not always the case. What if you want luxury without selling an organ to keep your car running smoothly on the road? All of the following gorgeous land yachts will require you to spend less than just $1,000 on annual maintenance and repair costs.
10 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz has been described as a brand that oozes pure luxury and wealth. These German behemoths usually have an unaffordable price tag on them and cost more than a new Corolla to keep running smoothly. Thankfully, there is one that rather disobeys the Merc law. The 2009 E-Class.
There are a ton of different models to chose from that vary in engine size, drivetrain, and aesthetic appearance. One thing is certain, however, you can have all this leather-inducing, performance-packing magnificence and keep it on the road for under $1,000 annually.
9 Tesla Model 3
Tesla has been crushing it in the automotive world when it comes to technological advancements, and they aren't stopping soon. The Model 3 is Tesla's midsized luxury sedan. With extremely comfortable environmentally-friendly seats, a huge touch screen with groundbreaking features like Autopilot and Ludicrous mode, little to no road noise, and incredible performance numbers, the Model 3 sounds near perfect.
The one problem Tesla cars have been undergoing is consistency regarding build quality and longevity. Under $100 a year to maintain, the Model 3 is not expensive to keep running, but once something breaks... you'd rather be better off buying a new one after all.
8 Cadillac CTS
Cadillacs are associated with being part of the upper-class and eating medium-rare steaks in VIP lounges. The Cadillac CTS ticks all those boxes, whilst adopting a few sporty characteristics too. Cadillacs are more affordable than other luxury brands because they cut costs when it comes to interior materials, but they make up for it in the driving experience.
A 255 hp 3.6-liter V6 makes the "supposed" calm and collected luxury sedan a joy to drive, especially around corners. You might not have massaging seats or a noiseless cabin, but you're still hugged by comfortable leather seats while sliding around corners.
7 Acura MDX
A luxury SUV was bound to make the list, and what better option than the Acura MDX. Regarding exterior styling, the MDX's memorizing Jewel LEDs stand out from the rest, but when it comes to how isolated the car is... that is where it truly shimmers.
With triple-sealed doors, thickly layered glass windows, and a noise-deadening windscreen, the ride seems to be almost pure silence. A true gentle giant some may say. Older models go for around $10,000 but if your priority is luxury, rather opt-out for a newer one like this for under $20,000
6 Lexus GS
Boasting a V6 with near 300 hp, a rear-wheel-drive system, a stupendously well-crafted interior, modern technology, and a rather pleasing appearance, the Lexus GS is one of the best luxury cars made to date. The inside looks like a masterfully built spaceship and a place to live in.
Not to mention it's inexpensive as well. Costing around $550 a year to maintain and is available for around $10,000. Lexus has never and will never disappoint when it comes to the affordable luxury segment.
5 Volvo S80
The Swedes really nailed this one. A perfect mix of safety, a superb ride, and an unbelievably well-built interior. Despite the V8 engine, this is not the sportiest or flashiest option on the list, but this is still a solid choice.
With optional ventilated aged-leather seats, a cabin that will make you feel like you're in another dimension, and more than enough room in the interior, on the long road is where the S80 truly shines. If you act now, you might be able to snatch one while they're under $10,000
4 Hyundai Genesis
This Korean luxury vehicle really deserves a lot more praise than it has been receiving. Powered by a 4.6-liter V8, the large people carrier is no slug with a 0-60 of under 6 seconds. The interior looking as if a leather bomb went off and wood shards scattered amongst it, meaning never a nasty cheap material to be found.
And technological features such as a reactive touchscreen, ventilated memory seats, and adaptive cruise control on some models. The highlight of Genesis has to be affordability. Good examples sell for below $10,000.
3 Lexus LS
The Lexus LS, much like the GS, has had numerous different generations throughout the years - 5 to be exact. We would recommend the 3rd generation to be the sweet spot.
Having a V8 with almost 300 hp, heating and cooling massage seats, impeccable noise isolation, and revolutionary features like laser-guided adaptive cruise control. Traveling at dangerous speeds whilst getting your tush massaged has never been as affordable as the LS.
2 Toyota Century
The Toyota Century has been manufactured since the late 60s and has stuck to its roots throughout the years. Rivaling brands like Rolls Royce and Maybach, whilst costing a mere smidge of the price, being 3 times as reliable and even having an elegant V12 under its hood.
The list of luxuries available with the Century is endless, so we'll just mention a few key ones like a massage system, soft close doors, wool cloth interior, and a foldable passenger seat to give the rear passengers a footstool while reclining the back seat. Since it has a Toyota-built heart, it won't give much trouble and if it does, it won't be expensive t fix.
1 Lincoln Town Car
The Lincoln Town Car is a smart man's limousine. With front and rear bench seats, the Lincoln could seat 6 passengers very comfortably, while having enough space in the power-operated trunk for all of their golf clubs and other rich people things.
The huge bench seats were electronically adjustable, heated, and had a memory function available as well. The understated limo was powered by a 4.6-liter Ford V8 that could reach 60 in just above 8 seconds. What makes the Town Car truly irresistible, is its price tag. Rundown examples can cost around 2 grand, but exceptional examples can be had for around $10,000 and still being cheap to maintain.