The new BMW 7 Series aims to offer a better luxury experience than its predecessor. For the 2023 model year, the BMW 7 Series gets a sleeker, modern design. While the exterior gets an extensive visual upgrade, the interior is also truly exceptional. The 7 Series has two large digital displays for the driver and front passenger.
In addition, the rear passengers get a large 31-inch 8K entertainment screen that they can easily control with the built-in touch controls on the doors. These changes help make the 7 Series a futuristic sedan, bettering the likes of the Mercedes EQS sedan. Even with its groundbreaking tech, the 7 series might be out of reach for most people. Because of that, here's a list of some of the best used luxury sedans to consider over the new 2023 BMW 7 Series.
10 2019 Infiniti Q70
The Q70 is a large Japanese sedan with a V8 like most of its European competition. Against its competition, the Infiniti lags on equipment. However, it boasts a comfortable and roomy interior with a decent selection of technology.
Infiniti offered the Q70 with sportier suspension and larger wheels, improving its stance. Opting for the long wheelbase variant extended the rear legroom, making the cabin more opulent. As standard, the Q70 sent power to the rear wheels through a 7-speed automatic, but Infiniti also offered optional all-wheel drive.
9 2020 Lexus LS
The LS is the flagship sedan of the Lexus brand. It sits near the top of the luxury sedan segment and easily challenges most European contenders. It has a unique Japanese aesthetic that makes it stand out from its rivals. Unlike the European models, the LS gets either a twin-turbocharged V6 or a hybrid setup.
The standard 3.4-liter Biturbo V6 produces 416 hp - enough for most people. It also sounds powerful and refined under heavy throttle. Lexus uses a 10-speed automatic for the gear changes, helping the LS easily handle the driver inputs. The interior boasts unique design flourishes and a leather-lined cabin.
8 2019 Cadillac CTS-V
The 2019 CTS-V was a high-performance version of the regular Cadillac CTS variant. It remains the best example of getting the best of both worlds. The CTS-V is a practical daily driver that can turn into a track day weapon on weekends.
Just like the CTS, the CTS-V is a four-door sedan with a comfortable interior for five passengers. It boasts a load of features and a comfortable interior. However, unlike the base CTS, the CTS-V gets a Corvette-derived 640 hp supercharged V8. It also gets high-performance brakes and adjustable suspension for absurdly high levels of capability.
7 2019 Jaguar XJ
The XJ is one of the best British luxury sedans. It gets a standard 340 hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6, but Jaguar offers an optional 470 hp supercharged V8. It gets a surprisingly firm suspension that helps make it feel like a sports sedan.
Like most luxury British sedans, the XJ's interior is appropriately swanky thanks to luxe styling and quality materials. Jaguar also offers a long-wheelbase model with more spacious rear seats. Both versions get plenty of standard amenities like the 20-speaker Meridian audio system, a panoramic sunroof, touchscreen infotainment with navigation, and heated and cooled front and rear seats.
6 2020 Porsche Panamera Turbo
At the top of Porsche's Panamera food chain is the Turbo. It offers incredible performance, versatility, and impressive refinement. For the 2020 model year, Porsche offered four models – all featuring a twin-turbo V8 engine and all-wheel drive.
The Turbo lineup was also available with extra powerful hybrid variants producing 677 ponies. Even though the Turbo doesn't offer the dynamics of a 911, it's responsive, agile, and rewarding compared to the new BMW 7 Series. It also boasts a refined, luxurious, and spacious interior – making it a great daily driver.
5 2020 Genesis G90
The 2020 G90 is a plush sedan that sticks true to its mission. It offers a smooth, flawless rise that's also competent around twisty roads. It's available with two engine options, a twin-turbocharged V6 and a naturally aspirated V8 – both offer excellent performance without a twitch penetrating the cabin.
For the 2020 model year, Genesis gave the G90 a new exterior. The brand changed all panels except the doors and the roof. The result was a handsome sedan with an eye-catching design. As for the interior, Genesis added a new infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration.
4 2020 Audi S8
To create the S8, Audi uses the flagship A8 sedan and adds more poise and power. The largest change is the twin-turbocharged V8 powerplant. It helps provide a punch and cruise-missile acceleration. To handle the added power, Audi upgrades the brakes and suspension.
All these upgrades give the S8 a lot of athleticism. The S8 also boasts visual enhancements like different bumpers, wheels, and special interior trim. It retains the practicality of the A8 sedan, making it the ideal rival to the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S Class.
3 2020 Mercedes-AMG S63
In many ways, the S Class is among the best in the luxury sedan market. The S63 is a high-performance variant of the S Class and packs more horsepower and performance upgrades like an adaptive sport suspension and beefier brakes.
For the 2020 model year, the S63 was available as a sedan, cabriolet, and coupe. Mercedes-AMG also offers a more powerful variant, the S65, with a twin-turbocharged V12 in a sedan configuration. The S63 sedan features a palatial cabin with an endless selection of convenient amenities and technology.
2 2020 Bentley Flying Spur
Like any luxury sedan, the Flying Spur boasts a high-class cabin. The richly appointed cabin offers uncompromising quality and craftsmanship. Even though it's the entry point into the world of Bentley, the Flying Spur provides a whole beau monde experience.
For the 2020 model, Bentley offers a few curated themes; Alter Ego, Storm Noir, and Cool Harmony. Buyers could also opt for a wholly bespoke build to make the Flying Spur fully unique. While all models get an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive as standard, buyers can choose between a 626 hp twin-turbocharged W12 engine and a 542 hp V8 engine.
1 2020 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Even though the Ghost is an ultra-pricey luxury sedan, it's the perfect car for enthusiasts that prefer a spirited driving experience and sybaritic luxury. For its price, you get to enjoy a punchy 6.6-liter V12 and a luxurious interior with handsomely crafted wood veneers and sumptuous leather seating.
The engine provides effortless acceleration and runs nearly silently under the long bonnet. However, you shouldn't expect sharp handling from the Ghost. The Ghost's suspension is tuned for comfort, thus offering a plush riding demeanor.