10 Best Luxury Cars for Seniors

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At the time of life when buyers can afford a high-end luxury sedan, there are usually a number of factors that have become more important. Safety rises in priority, and driver assistance features are keenly appreciated. Luxury for its own sake is expected, but performance cannot be sacrificed.

Today’s senior buyers want all of those qualities, and automakers have responded by offering the strongest lines of luxury cars in the history of the automobile. These vehicles combine timeless styling, state-of-the-art safety features, supreme comfort, and the latest in connectivity and premier infotainment and audio systems. Here are 10 of our favorite luxury cars for mature customers.

2019 Acura RLX

The 2019 Acura RLX is a top-tier executive sedan created by one of the most highly awarded brands in automotive history. The RLX is one of the best-built and most comfortable sedans on the market, and luxury is evident from the moment you open the door. Fine leather upholstery covers seats that are both heated and cooled, and the steering wheel is heated, as well.

Safety is key to Acura’s value proposition, and the RLX offers a full suite of the latest driver assistance and collision avoidance features. The AcuraWatch suite of safety functions includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control with low-speed following capability. Blind spot and rear cross traffic monitors also are available, as well as a bird’s eye camera system.

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2019 Audi A8

If your taste runs to European luxury, the 2019 Audi A8 is a market leader. The interior design is classically simple and focuses on ease of use. Outside, the A8 sets the tone for the entire Audi lineup with its new “Prologue” design language. The A8 has a commanding presence on the road, and every angle shows precision in design and execution, right down to the animated “Matrix” LED headlights.

Inside, the A8 provides world-class comfort for all passenger positions. You can choose a traditional five-passenger configuration, or a more luxurious four-person setup with individual seats in the rear separated by a console. Both front and rear passengers will enjoy heated and cooled seats, plus automatic massage. In the four-passenger configuration, even a special foot massage option is available for back-seat passengers.

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2019 BMW 740i

The 2019 BMW 740 offers performance in an impeccable luxury package. Engine power ratings range from 320 to over 600 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid 740e offers 322 hp, and up to 64 MPGe. Inside, you’ll enjoy BMW’s largest sedan with the smoothest ride and quietest cabin, with all modern conveniences at your command. 

Safety is a prime selling point for BMW, and the 7-Series offers features like forward collision warning with city collision mitigation, real-time speed limit display, active blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic alerts. This BMW will see pedestrians even on crowded intersections. The 7-Series monitors the driver for signs of fatigue and lapses of attention. Finally, BMW’s Active Protection System detects imminent accidents and automatically tightens the safety belts, closes the windows and moonroof, and activates post-crash braking.

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2019 Buick LaCrosse

Among the most affordable in our list of luxury cars is the 2019 Buick LaCrosse. This good-looking and urbane vehicle starts at $29,570. The LaCrosse is well equipped at that price, with standard features including power lumbar support, 8-inch infotainment screen, and Buick’s QuietTuning active noise cancellation system. Finally, pure luxury features like seat massage and a head-up display are available on most trims, and standard on the top LaCrosse Avenir trim.

The LaCrosse comes with a comparatively small 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but the engine is enhanced with an electric motor for a mild hybrid power boost. With that combination, the LaCrosse returns up to 35 mpg. If you want to move upscale, the Avenir trim is available with a 3.6-liter V6 engine and all-wheel drive.

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2019 Genesis G90

As one of the newer brands on the market, Genesis is not as well-known to senior buyers as traditional brands. To introduce the 2019 Genesis G90, we’ll start by noting that J.D. Power named this vehicle the highest ranked large premium car in initial quality for 2018, and the 2019 G90 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick +.

The G90 offers world-class luxury, with features like a 22-way adjustable driver’s seat for perfect comfort. Every cabin surface and detail has been perfected, right down to the soft-close doors. Even the adjustable rear seats offer three memory positions for frequent passengers, and individual 10.3-inch entertainment screens. On the safety side, driver attention alert and automatic emergency braking are included.

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2019 Infiniti Q70

The 2019 Infiniti Q70 is the premier sedan from Nissan’s luxury brand, and as with other Infiniti products, performance and luxury are intertwined. Top-grade features like polished wood trim and leather touch surfaces begin the journey, and a 3.7-liter V6 engine rated at 330 hp ensures that performance is there for you.

Inside, Infiniti makes the Q70 a technological marvel, with safety features including a 360-degree around-view camera system, backup collision intervention, and a forward collision warning system that actually looks two vehicles ahead to identify dangerous situations before they happen. Finally, if you’re looking for the most rear seat room, consider the long wheelbase 2019 Infiniti Q70L.

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2019 Lexus ES 350

Lexus built its reputation on excellent sedans, and the 2019 Lexus ES 350 is the latest and greatest from Japan’s leading luxury automaker. The new ES is built on a new chassis platform that increases agility and ride comfort. The ES also has been updated with a bold new body design that looks modern and sporty.

Inside, the new ES is more spacious than before, and cabin noise has been reduced to a whisper. The ES is available with a powerful V6 engine, or an efficient hybrid system with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine. An eight-speed automatic transmission ensures that the Lexus is always in the best gear. For top luxury, take a look at the ES 350 Ultra Luxury trim, with the finest leather seats and a power rear sunshade.

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2019 Lincoln MKZ

If you want traditional luxury, it doesn’t get better than Lincoln. The 2019 Lincoln MKZ is a touchstone luxury vehicle. It starts with fine leather upholstery from Bridge of Weir, and continues with unique features like a panoramic glass roof that slides back as one piece. Safety and convenience are enhanced with available parking assistance for both parallel and perpendicular parking. Just press a button and the Lincoln will park itself perfectly, every time.

Performance has not been neglected, either. The 2019 MKZ comes with your choice of a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 with 400 hp, or a 2.0-liter engine with a hybrid drivetrain. The MKZ hybrid is EPA-rated to return 42 mpg on the highway. If you prefer a larger vehicle, consider the 2019 Lincoln Continental.

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2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mercedes-Benz always has been the gold standard for luxury, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is strong in that tradition. Among the many innovations in the new E-Class is “Pre-Safe” monitoring, which will inflate the seat bolsters and even send sound waves through the audio system to protect your hearing from the noise of a collision.

To make the E-Class easier to use, Mercedes offers the unique Airmatic system, which allows the driver to raise and lower the ride height of the car. You can raise the car for ease of entry and exit, and the E-Class will lower itself down automatically when you reach freeway speeds. The E-Class is available with rear-wheel drive, or with the capable 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system for safe and assured winter driving.

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2019 Volvo S90

Volvo is the acknowledged leader in automotive safety, but the 2019 Volvo S90 also is a first-rate full-size luxury car. Scandinavian design and flawless execution make the S90 a treat for the senses, as well as a sensible choice. If you prefer a wagon, the 2019 Volvo V90 offers the same luxury plus increased cargo capacity.

In the S90 or V90 cabin, you’ll find open-grain weathered wood trim, a panoramic sunroof, and the most comfortable and ergonomic seats on the market. The front seats of the S90 are trimmed in fine leather, and they are heated and ventilated. Volvo also includes power lumbar support and extendable thigh supports. A massage package is available to make your drive home a refuge from stress.

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