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Best Used Luxury Cars Under $20,000
Oct 13, 2010
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Introduction
If you're in the market for a used vehicle with a budget of $20,000, you'd be surprised what you can afford. Very surprised. We gave ourselves a budget of $20,000 and trained our eyes on the best from BMW, Mercedes, Lexus and more. Given the fact that you can purchase a new Toyota Camry for $20,000, we were even surprised with what we were able to come up with. Take a look at 10 great deals on a luxury automobile. You'll never again think of $20,000 in the same light.
2008 Acura TL
Price: $19,615
Mileage: 45,525
If You Bought It New: $33,725
Engine: 3.2-liter V6 258 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 2.5
Selling Points: The TL is arguably the best-looking of Acura's crop of luxury sedans. The TL also has a rich-looking, high quality interior and road-hugging driving dynamics.
Mileage: 45,525
If You Bought It New: $33,725
Engine: 3.2-liter V6 258 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 2.5
Selling Points: The TL is arguably the best-looking of Acura's crop of luxury sedans. The TL also has a rich-looking, high quality interior and road-hugging driving dynamics.
2005 BMW 530i
Price: $19,998
Mileage: 59,872
If You Bought It New: $45,400
Engine: 3.0-liter In-line Six 225 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 5
Selling Points: The BMW 530i sports incredibly agile handling for a midsize sedan, it carries the cachet that comes with owning a BMW and it's relatively roomy. Its JD Power score of 5 shows shows that BMWs can be very reliable as well.
Mileage: 59,872
If You Bought It New: $45,400
Engine: 3.0-liter In-line Six 225 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 5
Selling Points: The BMW 530i sports incredibly agile handling for a midsize sedan, it carries the cachet that comes with owning a BMW and it's relatively roomy. Its JD Power score of 5 shows shows that BMWs can be very reliable as well.
2006 Infiniti M35
Price: $18,999
Mileage: 47,482
If You Bought It New: $40,840
Engine: 3.5-liter V6 280 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: NA
Selling Points: The M35 is the luxury sedan for customers who aren't interested in owning a "name brand" luxury vehicle, instead focusing on driving dynamics and reliability. Consumer Reports has recommended the M35 for five straight years.
Mileage: 47,482
If You Bought It New: $40,840
Engine: 3.5-liter V6 280 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: NA
Selling Points: The M35 is the luxury sedan for customers who aren't interested in owning a "name brand" luxury vehicle, instead focusing on driving dynamics and reliability. Consumer Reports has recommended the M35 for five straight years.
2004 Lexus GS 300
Price: $19,499
Mileage: 36,635
If You Bought It New: $38,875
Engine: 3.0-liter V6 220 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 5
Selling Points: Lexus became the leader in luxury sales in the U.S. because of excellent craftsmanship and unparalleled levels of quality. The GS is a perfect example of top-notch reliability, as evidenced by its JD Power score of 5.
Mileage: 36,635
If You Bought It New: $38,875
Engine: 3.0-liter V6 220 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 5
Selling Points: Lexus became the leader in luxury sales in the U.S. because of excellent craftsmanship and unparalleled levels of quality. The GS is a perfect example of top-notch reliability, as evidenced by its JD Power score of 5.
2008 Volvo S80
Price: $19,998
Mileage: 42,862
If You Bought It New: $38,705
Engine: 3.2-liter V6 235 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 3.5
Selling Points: The S80 is a bit of an underdog among luxury vehicles, but it's stellar safety reputation, attractive sheet metal and luxury amenities make it a solid buy. The discerning car buyer can also pick up a relatively new S80 with low mileage for under $20,000.
Mileage: 42,862
If You Bought It New: $38,705
Engine: 3.2-liter V6 235 horsepower
JD Power Dependability Rating: 3.5
Selling Points: The S80 is a bit of an underdog among luxury vehicles, but it's stellar safety reputation, attractive sheet metal and luxury amenities make it a solid buy. The discerning car buyer can also pick up a relatively new S80 with low mileage for under $20,000.