Welcome back to Motor Drive. You should know that to get behind the wheel of a luxury car,
you don’t need to be rich or famous. Yes! If you have substantial savings, reliable income, and
budgetary discipline, you can easily buy a luxury new or used car. As there are plenty of affordable
options that tick the box for luxury, comfort, sophistication, and power. Be sure to watch this
video till the end to get the most out of your money and find out what £40,000 will get you.
Meanwhile, if you enjoy the video don’t forget to like and subscribe! Let’s get into it!
Number 5: Jaguar XJ. Being a traditional luxury
saloon, Jaguar’s lineage dates back to 1968, when it used to be at the top of the list of luxury
cars. However, today it’s considered a worthy rival to the German luxury car trio of Mercedes,
BMW and Audi. Still, its cutting-edge technology, composed driving dynamics, and opulent luxury are
not enough to beat its German rivals. It provides the joy of a sports car with a unique limousine
ride combined with a low driving position, wraparound cockpit, and sharp handling ability.
Despite being a big car, its confidence-inspiring steering works best for its handling ability.
Its fuel-efficient 3.0 V6 diesel engine is great for long distances and with
300PS has plenty of power for effortless progress. Though it’s not commonly seen
in the used market but you can get nearly new delivery mileage models within this budget.
Number 4: Range Rover Evoque. No one could’ve predicted the impact of the Range Rover on the
automotive world when it was introduced in the market 50 years ago. It single-handedly
achieved the luxury SUV benchmark beating the rival luxury limousines for upmarket style,
grace and speed. Being supremely refined and comfortable, its powerful engines and unrivalled
off-road experience make it the go-to vehicle for those who want a luxury car that can do it all.
When it comes to price, you can get the Range Rover Evoque with a diesel-powered, 150hp model in
S trim and an automatic gearbox for just £38,250. Most of its other models are beyond this range.
But, no worries, you can still get a four or five-year-old model with
less than 15,000 miles within a £40k budget. Number 3: Audi A8. Arguably being an exceptional
luxury limo with advanced tech features and a superb minimalist interior design,
but when it comes to comfort, the Audi A8 has always sat in the shadow of the Mercedes S-Class.
However, if it lacks supreme comfort, you can’t overlook its other amazing features.
This car comes with fuel-efficient engines and more kit than ever onboard.
Audi claimed that its 40-plus driver assistance aids make this model the most technically advanced
production car ever built. Being refined and spacious, you can best enjoy the ride
from its rear seats. The 50 TDI is by far the most popular engine and at this budget,
you can get a one-year-old model with less than 5000 miles on the clock.
Number 2. Mercedes GLS. This luxury car is the largest S-Class SUV version that Mercedes makes.
Leaving BMW X7 or Range Rover behind, it has a massive interior to comfortably seat seven
people with ease. With a more visually engaging interior than a BMW X7, Audi Q7 or Range Rover,
it has a huge one-piece screen for the dashboard instruments and infotainment flanked by two
massive air vents. Though a budget of £40,000 is not enough for the latest Mercedes GLS, but you
can get a two-year-old example of the previous model with less than 20,000 miles on the lock.
In addition to this, you’ll find lots of G 350d models which make far more sense.
Number 1. BMW 7 Series.
After undergoing a significant update in 2020 that included tweaked exterior styling,
a refreshed engine lineup and more in-car tech, the BMW 7 Series remains the same in 2021.
If you’re looking for a large car to be driven in, the 2022 BMW 7-series checks a lot of boxes,
especially for its spacious and relaxing cabin that can be optioned with all manner of luxury
features. This is a car designed for covering long distances at high speed in supreme comfort.
Along with the hybrid option, its two-axle self-levelling air suspension - which is
standard on all models - makes for an impeccably smooth ride over even the worst roads. The 740d
makes the most sense, combining huge reserves of torque with the reasonable economy - expect
around 37mpg. If you spend time in town, the 740e PHEV is the best choice with a 15 mile EV range.
That concludes our countdown of the top 5 affordable luxury cars under 40K. Let us know in