Buy This Not That: The Hottest Luxury Cars, and Sensible (but Luxe) Alternatives

2020 Rolls Royce Cullinan
The 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan demands attention with a solid stance.Credit: Becky Fixel

We are asked all the time: What car should I buy? Of course, the questioner wants the speed of a Lamborghini, the luxury of a Mercedes and the modern elegance of a Lexus. But when she looks at the prices of the luxury cars she’s considering, sticker shock sets in.

Luckily, when you break down the features and options, you’ll find that there are a variety of automakers that step up to the plate with most everything she wants and needs, delivered with style, power and practicality. And in a lower price range that make them a viable alternative to a luxury car. Here are some of our top favorite comparisons: Luxury cars and their well-priced alternatives.

THIS: 2024 Lexus RX, Starting At $49,950

The new front face of the 2023 Lexus RX
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THAT: 2024 Mazda CX-50, Starting At $30,300

Soul Red Crystal Metallic on the 2024 Mazda CX-50 is hard to photograph, but it is stunning in person. Photo: Cameron Aubernon
Credit: Cameron Aubernon

THIS: 2024 Mercedes-Benz S Class Luxury Cars, Starting At $128,150

The S Class is the only Mercedes Benz with a 3D badge on the hood
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THAT: 2024 Genesis G90, Starting At $89,200

The Genesis G90
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This: Lamborghini Huracán, Starting at $278,000

Lamborghini Huracan
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THAT: 2025 Chevrolet Corvette, Starting At $70,000

2021 chevrolet corvette c8 stingray
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THIS: 2025 BMW X7, Starting At $83,500

The 2023 BMW X7 has slim new headlights
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THAT: 2024 Mazda CX-90, Starting At $37,845

The front grille of the Mazda CX-90 is wide and flat and framed in chrome
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THIS: 2024 Lexus ES, Starting At $43,190

2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD
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THAT: 2025 Toyota Crown, Starting At $41,440

We made it to Montauk Lighthouse! The Toyota Crown compliments it nicely! Photo: Kim S.
Credit: Kim S.

THIS: 2025 Rolls Royce Cullinan Starting At $392,000

Rolls-Royce Cullinan
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THAT: 2025 Infiniti QX80, Starting At $82,450

The full front seat in the 2025 Infiniti QX80
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THIS: 2024 Toyota GR Supra, Starting At $46,440

2023 Toyota Supra GR front exterior. Photo: Annika Carter
Credit: Annika Carter

THAT: 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, Starting At $37,010

2020 Mazda Miata RF
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THIS: 2025 Lamborghini Urus, Starting At $245,000

The 2023 Lamborghini Urus S in Grigio China gray
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THAT: 2025 Porsche Cayenne, Starting At $86,695

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