The UK market is full of luxury cars where almost all major models offer luxury according to the market demand of the country. As choosing a luxury car is a tough task for the consumers due to several factors e.g. price or the best available option, similarly developing a luxury car is also a difficult task.
If you can afford to pay the price for the finest car, then you are lucky enough because the UK market offers the best of the best luxury cars. You can buy from a Rolls Royce Phantom to an Audi A8 or something like a Bentley SUV at the same time. All this needs big money on hand and all that big investment at stake if your decision is not wise enough.
In addition, when luxury comes, it also brings some prospect of status with it so it is not possible that you can deny the understated luxury of cars e.g. the Audi A8 or Lexus LS or you can go for something even flashy like a Rolls Royce.
Choices, decisions and finally the wise decisions – yes, the wise decisions are important to buy something luxurious. Our round-up of the best luxury cars is all about making decisions to buy one of the best luxury cars in the UK offered in 2018. Some of them are already on the streets and others will follow very soon.
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The industry stalwarts are making massive changes to their models, like Jaguar XF, and BMW 7 Series are advanced to the best possible levels. The car industry doesn’t follow the calendar dates as we do but they follow the trends and the demands of the market. Similarly, the models labeled as 2018 can arrive anytime in 2017 and before spring 2018.
It is confirmed that every model previewed in the list below has been refined and refreshed for 2018 that means you will be enjoying an excellent new car deal for 2018. Dealers will also make a great space for these best models so, check out our best luxury cars to buy in the UK this year.
Lexus LS 460
Brand: Lexus
Model; LS
Generation; LS IV
Modification (Engine): 460 L (387 Hp) AWD Automatic
Position of engine; Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement; 4608 cm3
Power; 387 hp/6400 rpm.
Torque 473 Nm/4100 rpm.
Fuel System Direct injection
Valve train Dual VVT-i
Position of cylinders Inline
Number of cylinders 8
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Doors: 4
Maximum speed; 250 km/h – 155mph
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h [0-62 mph]; 6.3 seconds
Drive wheel; All wheel drive (4×4)
Number of Gears (automatic transmission); 8
Front suspension; Independent multi-link
Rear suspension; Multi-link independent
Anti-lock braking system ABS; yes
Fuel Economy – motorway 16.8 l/100 km. – 16.8 mpg
Fuel Economy – extra urban 8.5 l/100 km. – 8.5 mpg
Fuel Economy – combined 11.6 l/100 km. – 11.6 mpg
Emission standard; EURO V
CO2 emissions; 268 g/km
The all new Lexus LS 460 is a full sized luxury saloon and it is a Lexus flagship model available in a limousine like body and long wheel base. The all new LS460 full size saloon stretched to around 205 inches from front bumper to the rear bumper which is around 5 inches longer than the standard model. It has several models in competition in the UK market where BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class are on the top of the list.
All new Luxury Edition received a revised F Sport model update which is now available in the UK market. The F Sport model, on the other hand, offers a black-and-tan interior along with the wood trim, and a striped headliner. It has 19-inch wheels coloured in dark gray and a piano-black coated grille.
Apart from all these features and trims, the LS 460 model has a massive list of standard features as well where the Lexus LS 460 Base model is powered by 4.6 Litre V8 engine capable of generating more than 385hp. This engine is further mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and this transmission also offers an overdrive feature.
Other standards features include anti-lock brakes (ABS) system on all four wheels, an integrated navigation system for better driving experience. In order to improve the occupant safety, Lexus has offered a full range of airbags in the vehicle where side seat mounted; curtain 1st and 2nd row and overhead airbags package is installed in the vehicle.
On the front side driver and passenger knee airbags are also offered. The interior has an automatic climate control system for driving favourite interior climate. On the road, 18″ aluminum alloys and cruise control system along with driveline traction control offers an exclusively excellent and luxurious ride.
The all new Lexus LS 460 luxurious saloon returns an estimated fuel economy of around 16-mpg in the city and on the motorway it is a bit more economical with an estimated fuel economy of 23 miles per gallon.
The top of the line 2017 Lexus LS 460 RWD Saloon has a starting price of around £72,520 and it is powered by a 4.6 litre eight cylinder power unit mated to an automatic transmission while the fuel economy is almost the same for this trim as well.
Brand; Mercedes-Benz
Model; S-class (W222, facelift 2017)
Vehicle engine; S 560 V8 (469 Hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC
Doors 4
Position of engine; Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement; 3982 cm3
Torque; 700 Nm/2000-4000 rpm.
Fuel System; Direct injection
Turbine; Turbocharging
Position of cylinders; V engine
Number of cylinders; 8
Power; 469 hp/5250-5500 rpm.
Maximum speed; 250 km/h – 155mph
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h; 4.6 sec
Fuel Type; Petrol (Gasoline)
Drive wheel; All wheel drive (4×4)
Number of Gears (automatic transmission); 9G-TRONIC
Front suspension; Independent multi-link
Rear suspension Multi-link independent
Front brakes; Ventilated discs
Rear brakes; Ventilated discs
Fuel Economy – city; 11.6-11.8 l/100 km. 20mpg
Fuel Economy – motorway; 6.8-7.1 l/100 km. 34mpg
Fuel Economy – combined; 8.5-8.8 l/100 km. 27mpg
Emission standard; EURO VI
CO2 emissions; 195-200 g/km
The all new S-Class is the flagship Mercedes-Benz saloon which comes in a number of trims from a limo to a luxury saloon and an armored vehicle as well. Being the flagship model of the Mercedes-Benz, the S-Class has a larger body and it is the most luxurious and the pricy model of the manufacturer.
The S-Class models are positioned far above the E-Class models of the automaker. There are traditional S-Class and AMG trims for both standard and ultra high performance. There are long wheelbase, short wheelbase and limo models along with the Mercedes-Maybach models offered in the UK market.
Mercedes-Benz promises the market to offer them the best cars across the world and they represent their commitment in the form of an S-Class model. Mercedes-Benz already has more than four million sales of the model across the globe since its first launch in 1972.
It looks like that the market loves to have Mercedes-Benz S-Class when they compile a list for the luxury models. For the compulsive attention, the UK market gives all the details and price tag matching because of all luxury models are offered in the market.
Mercedes-Benz offers the S-Class with a massive list of the features and current S-Class is powered by 4.0 litre V8 twin turbocharged engine capable of cranking 463hp and it is mated to 9 speed automatic transmission and overdrive feature. It offers 4 wheel anti-lock braking system.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class has every feature that requires for a luxurious ride. From satellite navigation to thermochroic environment control system everything is offered. On the security side, it has a fully loaded airbag system that offers 360 degree protection inside its reinforced shell.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a full sized 4 door saloon with a seating capacity for 5 occupants and its prices starting from £95,000 in the UK. If we talk about the S-Class S 450 AWD 4MATIC saloon, it is powered by a 3.0 litre six cylinder engine coupled with an automatic transmission.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class returns an estimated fuel economy of 18mpg in the heavy traffic in city areas and 28mpg while cruising on the motorway. The flagship model is 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 560 RWD Saloon and it is priced at £99,900
Brand; Jaguar
Model; XF
Generation; XF (X260)
Vehicle engine; S 3.0 V6 (380 Hp) AWD Automatic
Doors 4
Position of engine; Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement; 2995 cm3
Power; 380 hp/6500 rpm.
Torque; 450 Nm/4500 rpm.
Fuel System; Direct injection
Turbine; Mechanical supercharging
Position of cylinders; V engine
Number of cylinders; 6
Number of valves per cylinder; 4
Fuel Type; Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed; 250 km/h – 155mph
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h; 5.3 sec
Drive wheel; All wheel drive (4×4)
Number of Gears; (automatic transmission) 8
Front brakes; Ventilated discs
Rear brakes; Ventilated discs
Power steering Electric Steering
Fuel Economy-city 11.9 l/100 km. – 19.76 mpg
Fuel Economy – motorway 6.7 l/100 km. – 36.70 mpg
Fuel Economy – combined 8.6 l/100 km. – 27.35 mpg
Emission standard; EURO VI
CO2 emissions; 204 g/km
The British local automaker Jaguar introduces its XF luxury saloon for 2018 and the all new model sees some substantial enhancements, including a new, low price base model and a standard luxury saloon with a turbocharged engine.
This engine is a new modified and even better unit that replaces the previously used turbo diesel engine in the XF models. Jaguar’s long-winded, dated technology demotes the XF into the competitive class luxury cars in the UK.
The 2018 Jaguar XF brings Comfortable and roomy cabin along with one of the massive cargo spaces in the competitive class of luxury cars. The XF has a well admired range of powerful engines that bring excellent fuel economy to the class.
The base trim still has very competitive prices even in 2018 model and they are powered by four cylinder petrol engines with a wagon body style and new safety features are offered to assist the driver.
The all new Jaguar XF has an exclusive list of standard features where a 3.0 litre V6 intercooled supercharger engine is capable of cranking 380hp. The engine is mated to the 8-speed automatic transmission. Other features include overdrive function, integrated navigation system, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), a full 360 degree package of air bags for occupant security and safety, an automatic climate control system and 20″ aluminum alloys.
The all-new 2018 Jaguar XF is a four door five seat luxury saloon and its prices are starting from £49,275 in the UK market. The 2018 Jaguar XF 20d rear wheel drive version is powered by a 2.0 litre engine and an automatic transmission.
This version returns an estimated fuel economy of 31 mpg in the city traffic and around 42 mpg while cruising on the motorway. The flagship model offered in 2018 Jaguar XF First Edition AWD is a bit expensive model and it priced at £72,110 in the UK market. This version is powered by a 3.0 litre 6-cylinder engine. This version has a fuel economy of 18 mpg while cruising in the city traffic and 25mpg when cruising on the motorway.
Brand; BMW
Model; 7 series (G12)
Vehicle engine; 750Li (450 Hp) xDrive Steptronic
Doors; 4
Position of engine; Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement; 4395 cm3
Power; 450 hp/5500-6000 rpm.
Torque; 650 Nm/1800-4500 rpm.
Fuel System; Direct injection
Turbine; Twin-power turbo
Position of cylinders; V engine
Number of cylinders; 8
Maximum speed; 250 km/h – 155mph
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h; 4.5 sec
Fuel Type; Petrol (Gasoline)
Drive wheel; all wheel drive (4×4)
Number of Gears; (automatic transmission) 8 Steptronic
Steering type Steering rack
Fuel Economy – city; 11.6-11.9 l/100 km. 21 mpg
Fuel Economy – motorway; 6.3-6.5 l/100 km. 38 mpg
Fuel Economy – combined; 8.3-8.5 l/100 km. 28.3 mpg
Emission standard; EURO VI
CO2 emissions; 192-197 g/km
Meet one of the largest limos like the saloon from the house of the German automaker BMW, it is an elegant BMW 7-Series with a gigantic cabin and luxurious built quality. All this developed to pamper every mile its occupants travel in the 7 Series. BMW has powered the 7 Series with a variety of powerful and muscular engines and exceptional handling and on the road control to make the riding even luxurious.
The 2018 BMW 7 Series has an exceptionally comfortable seat and ultra-modern high quality built. At the same time, BMW has powered the 7 Series with ultra-modern technology gadgets for 2018.
The BMW 7 Series has a range of powerful yet fuel economical engines and the 750i flagship model uses a 4.4 litre V8 engine coupled with an automatic transmission. These engines are frugal and fuel economical in the class, offering around 21 mpg in the city traffic and 29 mpg while cruising on the motorway. The 750i L drops to 17 mpg in the city traffic and 25 mpg while cruising on the motorway.
Along with the optional features, the standard feature list is also very long where BMW powered the 7 Series with 4.4 litre V8 engine capable of cranking 450 horsepower. It is a twin turbo V8 engine coupled to 8 speed automatic transmission.
Other features include overdrive function, all-wheel drive system with anti-lock brakes, most modern climate control system, integrated navigation system and full 360 degree airbags package. The 7 series also has 19 inch aluminum alloys, drive line cruise control system and ABS as standard.
Brand; Audi
Model; A7
Generation; A7 Sportback (5G)
Vehicle engine; 55 TFSI (340 Hp) quattro S tronic
Doors; 5
Power; 340 hp/5000-6400 rpm.
Maximum speed; 250 km/h
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h; 5.3 sec
Position of engine; Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement; 2995 cm3
Torque; 500 Nm/1370-4500 rpm.
Fuel System; Direct injection
Turbine; Turbocharging
Position of cylinders; V engine
Number of cylinders; 6
Fuel Type; Petrol (Gasoline)
Drive wheel; All wheel drive (4×4)
Number of Gears; (automatic transmission) 7 S tronic
Fuel Economy – city; 9.1-9.3 l/100 km. – 25.83 mpg
Fuel Economy – motorway; 5.4-5.9 l/100 km. – 43.55 mpg
Fuel Economy – combined; 6.8-7.2 l/100 km. – 35.17 mpg
Emission standard; EURO VI
CO2 emissions; 154-163 g/km
Like other luxury saloons in the UK, Audi A7 luxury saloon has a massive list of competitors to fight with including all the models described in the following list. The standard features of the Audi A7 include 3.0 litre V6 engine capable of cranking 340hp, further coupled to 8-speed automatic transmission.
This model also has an overdrive function to make the drive even thriller. Other standard features include an integrated navigation system, a full package of air bags, automatic climate control system and anti-lock braking system.
The all-new 2018 Audi A7 comes in a four door 5 seat body style and prices start from £96,400 in the UK. This exclusively refined model with exclusively powerful 4.4 litre engine offers an estimated fuel economy of 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg while cruising on the motorway.
Audi has exclusively declared the 750i all-wheel-drive model as a flagship 7 series model and its prices starting from £99,400 in the UK.