The Pinnacle of Luxury: Cars, SUVs, and Pickup Trucks
Luxury cars are a close second to sports cars in our automotive affections here at Road & Track. Driving a well-crafted Rolls-Royce or Bentley is an experience unlike any other. These vehicles don’t prioritize speed or lap records; instead, they focus on ride quality, plush interiors, extravagant features, and street presence.
Here’s our list of the most luxurious cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks available new today, ranked from most to least luxurious.
1. 2025 Rolls-Royce Phantom
The Rolls-Royce Phantom is the epitome of opulence, with a starting price just over half a million dollars. There’s also an extended-wheelbase version for those who crave extra space.
2. 2025 Rolls-Royce Cullinan
The Cullinan is Rolls-Royce’s SUV offering, boasting a twin-turbo V-12 engine and a plethora of features. The Black Badge model adds extra power and a sinister touch.
3. 2025 Rolls-Royce Ghost
The Ghost is a more compact option compared to the Phantom, making it suitable for self-driving. It still maintains the signature Rolls-Royce rear-seat luxury.
4. 2025 Rolls-Royce Spectre
Rolls-Royce’s first production electric car, the Spectre is a luxury two-door coupe with impressive performance credentials.
5. 2025 Bentley Flying Spur
The Continental GT offers a plug-in hybrid powertrain producing 771 horsepower, maintaining its status as a symbol of luxury and performance.
7. 2025 Bentley Bentayga
The Bentayga SUV features an optional $160,000 dashboard clock and offers various engine choices, including a twin-turbo V-8 and a V-6 plug-in hybrid.
8. 2025 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class
The Maybach S-Class is the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz luxury, with a world-class interior and elegant two-tone exterior designs.
9. 2025 Mercedes-Maybach GLS-Class
The GLS 600 is Mercedes’s first Maybach-branded SUV, offering ostentatious styling and a spacious rear seating area.
10. 2025 BMW 7-Series / i7
The 7-Series is a luxurious sedan that excels in comfort and technology, although its design may be polarizing.
11. 2025 BMW Alpina XB7
The Alpina XB7 is a high-performance version of the X7 SUV, featuring bespoke touches and a powerful V-8 engine.
12. 2025 Audi A8 / S8
The A8 is a luxurious sedan with plenty of standard features and an optional rear infotainment system.
13. 2025 Lincoln Navigator
The Navigator is a full-size luxury SUV with bold exterior styling and a plush interior.
14. 2025 Cadillac Escalade
The Escalade is a luxury SUV icon, with significant upgrades for 2025, including a massive dashboard-spanning screen.
15. 2025 Genesis G90
The G90 is a competitively priced flagship luxury sedan with upscale design and generous features.
16. 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten
The Tungsten is Ram’s top-of-the-line trim for the 1500 pickup, offering luxurious features like a power tailgate and 24-way power front seats.
About the Authors
- Brian Silvestro: Former Lead Deputy Editor, Rankings Content at Hearst Autos, with over seven years of experience at Road & Track Magazine.
- Joey Capparella: Deputy Editor, Rankings Content, with a background in automotive journalism and a passion for high-performance vehicles.
