3. BMW 3-Series
For more than 40 years, the 3-Series has been a presence in the luxury segment. Yet, in 2016, it slid significantly in standings. That’s possibly because BMW hasn’t done much to hold their ground. The 3-Series is a fantastic car, to be sure, but why buy a 3-Series when you could have a C-Class or a Lexus?
Between the Sedan, Sport Wagon and Gran Turismo models, the 3-Series sold 70,458 units in 2016. It’s 25.5 percent fewer sales than the year before, a massive tumble.
4. Lexus ES
A luxury sedan at a competitive price – that’s what you’ll find in the Lexus ES. Yet what never seems to be missing in the Lexus camp is performance, despite the price tag. The ES comes with either a 268-hp V-6, rushing to 60 miles per hour in 7.1 seconds, or a frighteningly efficient hybrid powertrain.
Toyota-inspired reliability with high-end finishing touches. Spectacular leather appointments and subtle changes in color palettes, an interior layout that soothes the eyes. The Lexus ES should be on your short list. In 2016, 58,299 people found it at the top of their list, down 10 percent from the previous year.
5. Acura MDX
If you’re looking to get the most bang for your buck, you’ve found it. The Acura MDX has everything you’d want in a premium SUV – attitude, driving enjoyment, quiet ride, and all the bells and whistles you’d find in SUVs that cost tens of thousands more. 290 horsepower, a steadfast Super Handling All Wheel Drive system, AcuraWatch technology – more than you’d expect.
While it’s a great buy, Acura isn’t synonymous with Mercedes-Benz, BMW, or Lexus…yet. Fewer choices make a difference, like the lack of high-performance powertrains. Still, 55,495 Acura MDX SUVs hit the street in 2016, a solid fifth-place finish.
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