Most should come with at least a year left on the original warranty, and you’ll likely find many of these offered as “certified” pre-owned vehicles via the used-vehicle departments of new-car dealers, reconditioned to exacting standards and sold with an extended warranty (check auto dealers' websites for current inventory and details).Īs with any automotive transaction, be sure to negotiate with a salesperson to obtain the lowest possible price and avoid paying extra for high-profit add-ons like rustproofing and service contracts. Those looking for a “greener” luxury car can choose either the Lexus CT 200h or HS 250h gas/electric-powered hybrids.īeing all from the 2012 model year, most you’ll find in the pre-owned market are coming off leases, and thus should have reasonable mileage on the odometer and be in tip-top shape. Three-year-old luxury crossovers can likewise be found for less than $25K and include the Cadillac SRX, Infiniti EX35 and the Land Rover LR2. Those looking for added interior space can choose the Cadillac CTS sedan or wagon, the Lincoln MKS or the Infiniti G37 sedan.
The aforementioned 3 Series is certainly the sportiest 2012 model among our upscale bargains, followed closely by the Audi A3 hatchback and A4 sedan, BMW’s 128i coupe and the Mercedes-Benz 250 Sport Sedan. It’s roomy, comfortable and quiet, packs a V6 engine and includes myriad features, all for around $18,000 for a base model on a dealer’s lot. It might not be as suave or sophisticated as same-size models from the troika of European brands, but neither is it as costly to purchase and own.
To be sure, the most affordable way to drive a late-model luxury car is to choose a 2012 Lincoln MKZ midsize sedan. In Pictures: 15 Best Used Cars Under $25,000. “That's a lot of savings for consumers who happen to be on non-luxury car budgets." "Used retail prices are at least $6,000 to $25,000 below the new price for 2012 or newer vehicles,” says Jonathan Banks, executive analyst at NADA Used Car Guide.
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