Edmunds' experts test large sedan contenders on both our test track and a 115-mile real-world test loop of city streets, freeways and winding canyons. In between, we take them home and live with them as our daily drivers, typically for two full weeks. The data we gather results in our large sedan ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover performance, comfort, interior, technology, utility and value. How we rank
Large sedans are among the most spacious cars on the market. Their back seats offer ample room for passengers to stretch out, while their features and finishes are often luxury-grade.
The latest Toyota Avalon is off to a promising start. A cushioned ride and a hushed cabin make the Avalon well… suited to commutes and road trips, while its interior provides plenty of room to spread out.
MSRP
$36,825 - $43,525
Edmunds Rating
7.8 out of 10
Combined MPG
25 - 26
The latest Toyota Avalon is off to a promising start. A cushioned ride and a hushed cabin make the Avalon well suited to commutes and road trips, while its interior provides plenty of room to spread out.
Bold American style in a big, quiet sedan is what the Chrysler 300 is all about. The 300 offers strong V6 and… V8 engine choices along with modern safety and infotainment technology.
MSRP
$33,545 - $45,350
Edmunds Rating
7.6 out of 10
Combined MPG
19 - 23
Bold American style in a big, quiet sedan is what the Chrysler 300 is all about. The 300 offers strong V6 and V8 engine choices along with modern safety and infotainment technology.
The Dodge Charger is an unapologetically American sedan with massive power and brash style. It may not be the… most state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient or refined sedan of its kind, but it's possibly the most exciting.
MSRP
$32,500 - $85,495
Edmunds Rating
7.4 out of 10
Combined MPG
15 - 23
The Dodge Charger is an unapologetically American sedan with massive power and brash style. It may not be the most state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient or refined sedan of its kind, but it's possibly the most exciting.
Large luxury sedans
The typical large luxury sedan shifts the focus from driver engagement to passenger comfort. It's not unusual to see reclining and massaging rear seats, motorized window shades, innovative safety systems and opulent leather and wood trim.
When it comes to comfort and refinement on four wheels, it really doesn't get much better than the… Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It's proven itself one of the best cars on the road, with a luxuriously appointed interior and state-of-the-art in-car tech and driver aids. "The best or nothing" indeed.
MSRP
$111,100 - $117,700
Edmunds Rating
8.5 out of 10
Combined MPG
19 - 24
When it comes to comfort and refinement on four wheels, it really doesn't get much better than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It's proven itself one of the best cars on the road, with a luxuriously appointed interior and state-of-the-art in-car tech and driver aids. "The best or nothing" indeed.
The BMW 7 Series provides a wide range of performance, features and options. Whether you're looking for a… formidable turbocharged V12 or a plug-in hybrid powertrain that's packed with technology, the 7 Series offers all of that and more.
MSRP
$86,800 - $157,800
Edmunds Rating
8.4 out of 10
Combined MPG
16 - 25
The BMW 7 Series provides a wide range of performance, features and options. Whether you're looking for a formidable turbocharged V12 or a plug-in hybrid powertrain that's packed with technology, the 7 Series offers all of that and more.
We don't often recommend coupe-like sedans. But in the case of the 8 Series Gran Coupe, BMW created a winner.… It looks sportier than your typical luxury sedan and still provides real passenger space and decent utility . And it's surprisingly fun to drive.
MSRP
$85,000 - $99,900
Edmunds Rating
8.1 out of 10
Combined MPG
19 - 25
We don't often recommend coupe-like sedans. But in the case of the 8 Series Gran Coupe, BMW created a winner. It looks sportier than your typical luxury sedan and still provides real passenger space and decent utility . And it's surprisingly fun to drive.
You don't always have to spend top dollar for the finer things in life. In the case of the Genesis G90, you… get a sense of genuine luxury at a surprisingly approachable price. The G90 may not be the at the vanguard of innovation, but it delivers a quintessential luxury sedan experience.
MSRP
$74,950 - $81,200
Edmunds Rating
7.9 out of 10
Combined MPG
18 - 20
You don't always have to spend top dollar for the finer things in life. In the case of the Genesis G90, you get a sense of genuine luxury at a surprisingly approachable price. The G90 may not be the at the vanguard of innovation, but it delivers a quintessential luxury sedan experience.
The Porsche Panamera is easily one of the finest sport sedans in the world. It has speed, class and luxury in… abundance, and it's also easy on the eyes. Plus, the hatchback trunk offers superior convenience.
MSRP
$88,400 - $200,200
Edmunds Rating
7.9 out of 10
Combined MPG
17 - 22
The Porsche Panamera is easily one of the finest sport sedans in the world. It has speed, class and luxury in abundance, and it's also easy on the eyes. Plus, the hatchback trunk offers superior convenience.
The sharp edges and bold style of the Lexus LS 500 belie the pillowy ride that awaits all occupants.… Additional strengths include a whisper-quiet interior, world-class build quality and cutting-edge tech.
MSRP
$76,100 - $82,950
Edmunds Rating
7.6 out of 10
Combined MPG
21 - 22
The sharp edges and bold style of the Lexus LS 500 belie the pillowy ride that awaits all occupants. Additional strengths include a whisper-quiet interior, world-class build quality and cutting-edge tech.
The Audi A8 is known for delivering sophisticated luxury and cutting-edge technology in a restrained fashion.… It also serves as a rolling showcase of Audi's latest features and innovations. The A8 doesn't feel quite as special or cohesive as some of its luxury competition, however.
MSRP
$86,500
Edmunds Rating
7.4 out of 10
Combined MPG
22
The Audi A8 is known for delivering sophisticated luxury and cutting-edge technology in a restrained fashion. It also serves as a rolling showcase of Audi's latest features and innovations. The A8 doesn't feel quite as special or cohesive as some of its luxury competition, however.
Large performance sedans
"Large performance sedan" used to be an oxymoron, but modern engineering has transformed these land yachts into bona fide performance machines that can corner almost as well as they accelerate.
The Alpina B8 is a sleek four-door coupe that will happily whisk you around town or across the continent with… both grace and pace. If the M8 Gran Coupe is a bit too in your face and a Bentley Flying Spur screams "Russian oligarch" to you, the Alpina will hit the spot.
MSRP
$139,900
Edmunds Rating
8.4 out of 10
Combined MPG
19
The Alpina B8 is a sleek four-door coupe that will happily whisk you around town or across the continent with both grace and pace. If the M8 Gran Coupe is a bit too in your face and a Bentley Flying Spur screams "Russian oligarch" to you, the Alpina will hit the spot.
BMW took its rebooted 8 Series, stretched it and added two more doors, providing real passenger space and… decent utility for people with families. Armed with a 600-horsepower twin-turbo V8 (617 hp in Competition trim), the M8 Gran Coupe moves as good as it looks.
MSRP
$130,000
Edmunds Rating
8.3 out of 10
Combined MPG
17
BMW took its rebooted 8 Series, stretched it and added two more doors, providing real passenger space and decent utility for people with families. Armed with a 600-horsepower twin-turbo V8 (617 hp in Competition trim), the M8 Gran Coupe moves as good as it looks.
The BMW Alpina B7 is a peculiar car that nevertheless exceeds whatever your expectations might be. It's an… effortless cruiser that's immensely powerful and surprisingly agile.
MSRP
$143,200
Edmunds Rating
8.2 out of 10
Combined MPG
19
The BMW Alpina B7 is a peculiar car that nevertheless exceeds whatever your expectations might be. It's an effortless cruiser that's immensely powerful and surprisingly agile.
The AMG GT sedan doesn't quite measure up to the best performance sedans. You get a great engine, comfortable… seats, super-premium materials and taut handling. But you also get a somewhat cluttered interior, a slightly stiff but noisy ride, and a relatively numb driving experience.
MSRP
$92,500 - $102,600
Edmunds Rating
7.4 out of 10
Combined MPG
21
The AMG GT sedan doesn't quite measure up to the best performance sedans. You get a great engine, comfortable seats, super-premium materials and taut handling. But you also get a somewhat cluttered interior, a slightly stiff but noisy ride, and a relatively numb driving experience.