The Korean automaker bet big on
a premium performance sedan that could take on BMW, Mercedes - Benz, and Audi and the early returns about the car are very encouraging.
In 2009, the popular Nissan Maxima returned to its roots as a commanding «4 - door sports car ™» —
a premium performance sedan with dramatic styling, a refined interior and a range of available technology features.
The premium performance sedan segment isn't just an exclusively European party anymore, not when you have both the Cadillac CTS - V and the Lexus GS F lurking in the background and ready to pounce.
The BMW 3 Series has long bee the benchmark of the entry - level
premium performance sedans, but some say modern examples have lost its way.
In terms of standard luxury amenities, the Galant Ralliart challenges
premium performance sedans by providing perforated leather - trimmed seating surfaces, heated front seats, automatic climate control system, power glass sunroof and an auto - dimming rear view mirror with Homelink transmitter.
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Cadillac announced that it's offering Recaro sport seats from the CTS - V on
premium and
performance trim levels of the regular CTS
sedan.
Jaguar's offerings for 2016 include three fresh models — an all - new 2017 XE compact
premium sport
sedan, a redesigned XF midsize
premium sedan, in addition to what Jaguar calls the F - Pace, its first «seductive»
performance 5 - seat SUV.
The 2017 Mercedes - Benz C - Class
Sedan is an upscale luxury car that provides
premium features, stylish looks inside and out, the latest technology, and high
performance powertrains.
This
premium sedan is equipped with a commanding 1.8 - litre petrol mill that has a PGM - Fi (programmed electronic fuel injection system), which aids in enhancing the
performance of this car and also makes it fuel efficient.
Based on the newest BMW 7 Series
Sedan, this unique car sets new standards for
performance and efficiency in the
premium luxury class.
With daring styling from the 300C
Sedan, the Chrysler 300C Touring pushes the envelope further with its strong sculptural appearance,
premium interior appointments, unmatched style,
performance, ride and handling.
Volvo Cars, the
premium car maker, and Polestar, the
performance brand owned by Volvo Cars, have announced the launch of the quickest cars they have ever made — the new 367hp Polestar S60
sedan and V60 estate.
The Q50 Eau Rouge is a high -
performance design concept based on Infiniti's Q50
premium sports
sedan and draws inspiration for aerodynamic design from the collaboration between Infiniti and four - time Formula One World Champions, Infiniti Red Bull Racing.
A
premium class business
sedan with the dynamic qualities of a high -
performance sports car: This highly traditional concept is being reinterpreted with the world premiere of the BMW Concept M5.
Drivers can get the
premium interior comfort and features they're looking for, paired with confident and dynamic
performance added to elegant styling when they choose the outstanding 2018 Mercedes - Benz S - Class
sedan.
There are few full - size
premium luxury
sedans on the market that offer the same level of equipment, accessories and
performance as the 1990 - 96 Q45 for the same money.
The Regal Sportback provides a sporty, coupe - like design; the spirited
performance of a
premium sports
sedan combines with unexpected versatility in one sophisticated package for a perfect balance of form and function.
When searching for a new
sedan there are many attributes to assess — pricing,
performance,
premium features, style and spaciousness are all among criterion to consider.
Lexus also offers the GS in the
premium midsize -
sedan segment, but it's a bit larger overall and more
performance - oriented than the ES.
Launching nationwide later this year, and positioned as a
premium compact above Civic in the Honda passenger car lineup, Insight elevates itself above other compact hybrid models with its sleek
sedan design, roomy five - passenger cabin, and refined driving
performance, along with high fuel efficiency.
The
premium sport
sedan has earned several awards for styling,
performance and technology since its introduction in 2013.
Of course,
premium brands such as BMW and Mercedes - Benz offer luxurious
sedans boasting impressive
performance.
Combining the comfort, versatility and practicality of a
premium SAV with the hallmark driving dynamics,
performance and efficiency of BMW's 5 Series
Sedan, the new BMW 5 Series Touring offers an intelligent alternative for versatile, luxurious transportation.
October 5, 2010, Auburn Hills, Mich. — With its iconic character, contemporary fastback four - door coupe proportions, world - class
performance, craftsmanship and refinement, and state - of - the - art connectivity features, the all - new 2011 Charger is the Dodge brand's flagship that proudly delivers
premium, world - class E-segment
sedan precision at an incredible value.
Working with a clean sheet of paper, Lexus Design Division designers aimed to perfectly blend style,
performance, efficiency, and environmental compatibility in a
premium, grand touring
sedan while trying to leverage advanced, new technologies.
Already No. 1 on the list of best - selling German rear - wheel - drive
sedans, the BMW 3 Series will ratchet up
performance and
premium amenities yet further for the new model year, so that sales are likely to go in the same direction.
The Regal Sportback provides a sleek, sporty, coupe - like design, the spirited
performance of a
premium sports
sedan and unexpected versatility in one sophisticated package for a perfect balance of form and function.
How about a
performance saloon agains a tuned four door
premium sedan?
Those looking for a
premium compact sports
sedan leaning heavily towards high -
performance end of the spectrum will love this 2016 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 3.0 t 400.
If you're looking for a
premium family
sedan with
performance, sporty feel, AND fits 4 people comfortably, this is THE CAR!
With nearly identical fuel economy figures, the 3.6 - liter engine provides better low - end torque, more horsepower and a level of refinement and
performance expected of a
premium brand
sedan.
Bringing the brand's
premium,
performance DNA to both the street and the racetrack with the redesigned 2018 RLX Sport Hybrid luxury sport
sedan and the highly - anticipated Acura ARX - 05 DPi prototype race car.
Beautiful in Obsidian, our One Owner 2015 Lexus IS 250
Sedan delivers
premium good looks, excellent handling, and exceptional
performance.
Unfortunately, timing your shifts in anticipation of a corner is tricky using either method and, once you get the revs up, you're punished with a sound that's more akin to a video game approximation of what a V - 8 engine should sound like than the growl of the
performance variant of a
premium sedan.
The seventh generation Maxima returns to its heritage as «The 4 - Door Sports Car (TM),» combining thrilling
performance with
premium sedan comfort, quality and amenities.
Performance As I mentioned earlier, the numerals at the end of the Genesis 5.0's moniker indicate that this
sedan is powered by a 5.0 - liter V - 8 engine that uses direct - injection technology to achieve an output of 429 horsepower and 376 pound - feet of torque when fueled by
premium gasoline.
Calty designers leaned more heavily on a sleek
sedan concept with a wide stance that featured a sporty exterior and
premium comfort interior but would also be equipped with important SUV attributes such as cargo space, towing capability and all - wheel - drive
performance.
The 2010 Nissan Maxima is offered in two models, each providing exhilarating sports car - like
performance with the sophistication of a
premium sedan.
All that changes with the new XF, which Jaguar claims is the world's most dynamic
premium business
sedan and delivers class - leading design, packaging, efficiency and
performance.
The new Regal Sportback provides a sleek, sporty, coupe - like design, the spirited
performance of a
premium sports
sedan, as well as unexpected versatility to deliver a perfect balance of form and function, according to Buick.
Competing in the entry
premium sedan segment, the 2009 TL advances Acura's mission of providing precisely crafted and focused luxury -
performance vehicles.
Don't worry, since Infiniti's flagship
sedan still delivers the
premium luxury experience, high - end style, and first - rate
performance it always has.
With powerful
performance and exquisite inside this aptly priced
premium sedan surpasses any entry level Audi and BMW.
The refreshed 2018 Acura TLX
performance luxury
sedan goes on sale June 1 with a more sporty and alluring look reflecting the brand's new design direction, along with an all - new TLX A-Spec variant, and new
premium features.
Fifth generation of the world's most successful high -
performance sedan in the
premium segment of the executive class; new BMW M5 is an exceptionally dynamic high -
performance sports car with four doors and five seats; consistent further development of the vehicle concept initiated in 1984 with the first - generation BMW M5; compelling track potential combines with the comprehensive practicality of a luxurious business
sedan; groundbreaking character headlined by significantly improved efficiency, supreme long - distance comfort, and innovative driver assistance systems and infotainment functions.
«LR2 combines the advantages of a
premium sedan — such as polished ride, accomplished
performance and an attractive cabin — with the attributes of a robust SUV,» says Richard Beattie, executive vice president, marketing and sales, Land Rover North America.
Although there is little difference between the coupe and
sedan mechanically the coupe will likely come at a
premium and offer slightly improved
performance due to better aerodynamics.
Acura's mid-size
sedan needed an update, one that will be «more
premium - brand,
performance feeling, and more noticeable,» according to Dave Marek, Acura Global Creative Director.
If asked, Hyundai will say that the work was done to fit its own
premium -
sedan DNA, and not necessarily Lotus's
performance DNA.