10 Affordable Luxury Grand Tourers That Feel Like Luxury Cars

Grand tourers are the perfect balance of performance and comfortability, able to roar away at speed yet keep their composure on long road trips. While buying a new GT car can be ridiculously expensive, there are plenty of options on the used market listed for a steal of a price.

It is important to note that buying a luxurious grand tourer means that reliability, maintenance, and insurance costs are going to be major concerns. However, if you have the time, care, and money to put into these cars, you’ll be rewarded with exceptional machines that you will have a huge amount of love for.

Scouring the used market, we’ve found ten fantastic grand tourers that are relatively affordable. These cars offer a good balance between speed, comfort, and modern amenities at a price that is certainly palatable. We outline the pros and cons of each entry as well as going into detail on their performance.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including TopSpeed and the EPA. All used prices were sourced from Edmunds. Models are ranked from most affordable to most expensive.

10

2015 Jaguar XK

Average Used Price: $35,466

Jaguar is a brand that has been marred by bad press for as long as they have been around, from reliability issues to questionable rebrands. However, that doesn’t change the fact that they produce some of the most enjoyable cars in the world. This includes the fantastic XK coupe.

Performance Specifications

The XK comes in three forms, with the specs of the base model detailed above. The XKR and XKR-S are the more hardened, harder-to-come-by models. Jaguar’s coupe may not be as raucous as some of its competitors, but it balances power and comfortable in an intoxicating mix.

Pros

• Smooth V-8
• Comfortable enough for daily use
• Tons of standard features

Cons

• Tiny backseat
• Infotainment system feels old
• Reliability and maintenance will always be an issue

9

2015 Maserati GranTurismo

Average Used Price: $35,732

If you’re looking for Italian styling and opulence, then Maserati is a great place to turn your attention. The GranTurismo is a fantastic grand tourer, which is no surprise given its name. Its refined and luxurious interior cradles you on long journeys, with premium materials used throughout.

Performance Specifications

Underneath the hood of the Maserati GranTurismo you’ll find a Ferrari built V-8. When you put your foot to the floor, it will sing arias at you as you tackle mountain twists and turns. It is soulful and you’ll find yourself delighted every time you sit behind the steering wheel.

Pros

• Exquisite Pininfarina styling
• Ferrari-sourced V-8
• A unique choice

Cons

• Absolutely chugs fuel
• Squished rear seats
• Was showing its age back in 2015 in terms of tech

8

2007 Bentley Continental

Average Used Price: $35,885

For as long as the brand has been around, Bentley has been the gold standard when it comes to luxury. For decades, the ultra-wealthy have made Bentley their brand of choice. The Continental GT is a two-door coupe that blends intoxicating performance with ultra-decadent opulence.

Performance Specifications

One of the most attractive things about a Bentley is the 12-cylinder engines that they often boast, as is seen in the Continental GT. While it isn’t exactly designed to be pushed to its limit constantly, it is still plenty confident around corners. Most impressive, though, is the smoothness you get from the standard adjustable air suspension.

Pros

• Creme-de-la-creme of interiors
• Brilliant traction
• Timeless design

Cons

• Feels as heavy as it looks
• Exhaust note isn’t all that exciting
• Will likely be shown off more than its driven

7

2019 Jaguar F-Type

Average Used Price: $38,732

The F-Type is yet another Jaguar to make this list. We believe this British sports car is one of the most criminally underrated models ever made. Reliability is a bit of a mixed bag, but when it is working it is an exceptional car. It walks the line between comfort and performance better than most.

Performance Specifications

The 2019 F-Type can be had with a number of different engines. The model above is dubbed the P340 and sits between the 296-horsepower four-cylinder P300 and the 380-horsepower V-6 P380. The raunchy Type R features a supercharged V-8 and makes 500 horsepower.

Pros

• Fantastic presence on the road
• Stunning exhaust note
• Every powertrain choice is a good one

Cons

• Not the most practical option
• Not as quick as its competitors round a track
• Reliability concerns

6

2017 BMW M6

Average Used Price: $39,965

If you’re somebody who wants the comfort of a grand tourer but also demand that you be slingshot forwards at ridiculous speeds, then the M6 is the perfect car for you. While it doesn’t offer the most outright luxurious interior, you’ll find that it comes with plenty of features to keep you smiling.

Performance Specifications

BMW fits a fantastic twin-turbo V-8 into the M6, making it an absolute rocket when you want it to be. While some will criticize the M6’s rear-wheel setup, we think it contributes drastically to the car’s character and sense of fun. Stick it into comfort mode, though, and the whole dynamic changes to something much more serene.

Pros

• Brilliant automatic transmission
• Loads of high-tech features
• Super comfortable front seats

Cons

• Feels heavy when taken around bends
• Rear seating is cramped
• The iDrive system is a little behind other BMWs

5

2019 Audi RS5

Average Used Price: $45,249

The RS5 coupe is one of the most incredible two-door cars that Audi has produced in recent times. It is the pure definition of German muscle, with aggressive sheetmetal and a powerful engine under the hood. While its road presence may not be as intimidating as its rivals from Mercede-Benz or BMW, it is every bit as good.

Performance Specifications

While the RS5 doesn’t have the most powerful engine among its competitors, it is absurdly quick off the line. It is also one of the easiest sports cars to keep in control of, making it super friendly to those who haven’t driven very powerful cars before. Whether going long or short distances, the RS5 offers a supremely comfortable ride.

Pros

• Rear-biased Quattro AWD
• Tons of modern technology
• Very easy to live with day-to-day

Cons

• Less steering feedback than you’d hope for
• Muted exhaust note
• Suspension and transmission problems are common

4

2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 S

Average Used Price: $46,028

Mercedes-Benz has always been right on the cutting edge when it comes to technology. They integrate this into their cars in both in the realms of performance and interior comfort. The C63’s aggressive styling helps it stand out from the regular C-Class sedan, as does its boisterous exhaust note, unlike its modern four-cylinder counterpart.

Performance Specifications

The C63 S features adaptive damping suspension with multiple drive modes, including Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Race, meaning that you can adjust how firm things feel at the turn of a dial. When driven hard, it sounds brilliant and moves quickly, yet it is also capable of being quiet and controlled.

Pros

• Impeccable interior
• Class-leading technology
• One of the best looking Mercs ever

Cons

• Infotainment system is clumsy
• Not every model comes with all the bells and whistles
• A nightmare to maintain

3

2019 BMW 8-Series

Average Used Price: $48,658

The 8-Series sits at the top of the BMW hierarchy, and you can tell just by looking at it. While these cars are absurdly expensive when bought new, depreciation hits them ridiculously hard, meaning that used models can be picked up for relatively nothing. If you can afford the insurance and the maintenance, why wouldn’t you take one home.

Performance Specifications

The German brand has packed as much muscle into the 8-Series as possible, with the twin-turbocharged V-8 producing a ridiculous amount of power. While it demonstrates absurd acceleration, its best party trick is how easy it is to live with on long journeys, with super comfortable seats and superb ride quality.

Pros

• Excellent acceleration
• Opulent interior
• More practical than you might expect

Cons

• Tiny rear seats
• Devours fuel at a rapid rate
• Infotainment system has a steep learning curve

2

2019 BMW 4-Series

Average Used Price: $49,397

The 2019 4-Series hasn’t quite depreciated at the same rate as the 8-Series, meaning it is a little more expensive on average. However, if you want a touring car that leans a little more in the direction of playfulness, you might still consider this smaller coupe over its larger sibling.

Performance Specifications

There is a reason that the 4-Series is BMW’s car of choice when it goes racing. Its finely tuned chassis makes it an absolute machine when it comes to taking corners. It is one of the most rewarding driving experiences out there. Yet, it still feels exceptionally easy to live with on your daily commute. The base four-cylinder 420i is great, but the 440i, detailed above, is the way to go.

Pros

• Great styling
• Inline-six is powerful and efficient
• Spacious for a coupe

Cons

• Base models aren’t well-equipped
• Some cheap interior bits and bobs
• A little more expensive than quicker options

1

2015 Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe

Average Used Price: $53,349

After the 2021 model year, Mercedes decided to discontinue the coupe body style for the S-Class. Before that, you could get top-of-the-line Mercedes features in a sporty-looking coupe. The S63 Coupe featured tuning from AMG and was just as quick as it was opulent.

Performance Specifications

Considering how big the S63 is, it moves off the line impressively quickly. This is thanks to the beautiful V-8 tucked away under the hood. While maybe not as dynamic as some of the other coupes on this list, the S63 offers comfort on another level, with one of the finest suspension systems ever built.

Pros

• Technology that is modern by today’s standards
• Brilliant power delivery
• Ridiculously comfortable

Cons

• Getting used to the tech takes time
• Not the most engaging driving experience
• Getting pricey