Why Used Luxury Is Smart
Luxury vehicles depreciate faster than mainstream brands. A $60,000 BMW 3 Series from 2020 can be bought for $28,000-32,000 in 2026. You get the premium experience at nearly half price.
Best Picks
BMW 320i (2019-2021): $25,000-30,000. The benchmark sports sedan with gorgeous interior and engaging handling.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2019-2021): $24,000-29,000. The best infotainment system in the segment, premium feel throughout.
Audi Q3 (2019-2021): $27,000-32,000. Compact luxury SUV with Quattro AWD and virtual cockpit.
Lexus UX (2019-2021): $28,000-33,000. Toyota reliability with luxury refinement. Hybrid available for outstanding fuel economy.
Maintenance Warning
Budget $2,000-4,000/year for servicing European luxury vehicles — significantly more than Japanese equivalents. Lexus is the exception, with maintenance costs similar to Toyota.