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Consumers' Favorites: Best Luxury Sedans

Offering a stunning combination of sports car handling and luxury car comfort, the Porsche Panamera trounced the field with 30.9 percent of your votes. The fight for 2nd place wasn't even in the Porsche's rearview mirrors, with the Maserati Quattroporte edging out the Lexus LS 460, 9.3 percent to 8.2 percent.

See how the rest of the field did in the full results below and make sure to exercise your right to vote in our next Consumers' Favorites poll.


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From ultra luxury to ultra performance, the 2013 Porsche Panamera is the "everything to everybody" sedan.

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With a new engine, more room and improved handling, the Maserati Quattroporte remains a rarefied Italian-bred luxury sedan with impeccable heritage and style.

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Lexus steps up its game with the new 2013 LS 460. The driving experience and interior trappings now stack up better to the best from Europe, while the Lexus brand pillars of bulletproof quality and relative value carry on.

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The 2013 Audi A8 remains a top pick among luxury sedans thanks to its impressive performance, comfort, high-tech features and impeccable build quality.

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Among some very strong competitors, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class still sets the standard for premium luxury sedans.

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Inside and out, the 2013 Jaguar XJ projects the air of distinction and exclusivity expected of a Jaguar, while important new mechanical upgrades make the brand's flagship more practical and efficient.

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The 2013 BMW 5 Series remains a leader among midsize luxury sedans as an all-around performer.

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No longer an afterthought among midsize luxury sedans, the 2013 Audi A6 rises to the top with sharp styling and technology aplenty.

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The 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is one of the most attractive luxury sedans you can purchase, but its high price tag should give potential buyers some pause.

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The 2013 BMW 7 Series is no longer the athlete of the flagship luxury sedan class, but its blend of comfort, luxury and driver involvement give it wide appeal.

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The 2013 Cadillac XTS replaces both the DTS and STS luxury cruisers. A spacious, high-tech cabin and available all-wheel drive make the XTS a strong contender in the full-size luxury segment.

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With its sharp styling and effortless performance, the 2013 Jaguar XF is a prime choice for a midsize luxury sedan.

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With class-leading luxury, impeccable workmanship and a long list of body styles and features, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is easily a top pick.

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The grand size, comprehensive features and strong value proposition of the 2013 Hyundai Equus make it a compelling alternative to traditional luxury sedans.