Best Saloon Cars 2023

Saloon cars, also known as a sedan, have been around since the 1910s. Typically, a saloon car features a closed boot separate from the car body part where the driver and passengers sit. The boot opening of a saloon is usually small, unlike with a hatchback. Also, saloon cars tend to be luxurious and offer a high-quality interior with comfortable seating. Even with the recent rise in demand for SUVs and crossovers, there remains a strong market for this type of car. So, with a great variety of saloon cars to choose from nowadays, we’ve decided to share some of our favourites below.

1.BMW 7 Series Saloon

Arguably one of the most luxurious saloon cars available to lease, the BMW 7 Series proves strong competition for the likes of the Audi A8. With a range of plug-in hybrid, petrol and diesel options to choose from, the BMW 7 Series is made from quality materials with optimum attention to detail. The BMW 7 Series saloon offers an unmistakable presence on the road with the BMW badge proudly on display. In terms of performance, the BMW 750e xDrive Saloon is very powerful, achieving a 0-62mph time of 4.9 seconds. This plug-in hybrid saloon also offers up to 55 miles of solely electric range which is good for a PHEV.

If you’re looking for a new company car, have you considered leasing the 745e Plug-in Hybrid? Emitting less than 50g/km of CO2 and with an electric range of up to 36 miles (depending on the wheel selected), this is a great BMW lease option. Also, you could benefit from generous savings on tax and excellent fuel economy. Pricing for the latest BMW 7 Series saloon starts from £73,305 for the short wheelbase version. Meanwhile, the long wheelbase version is priced from £80,405 and is more spacious in the rear passenger space.

2. Tesla Model 3 Saloon

Alternatively, would you prefer a pure electric saloon car? Well, the Tesla Model 3 saloon has quickly become one of the best-selling electric cars in the UK and in Q1 this year, 32,767 units of the Model 3 were sold in Europe. If you opt for the Long Range version, it can achieve up to 360 miles of range (WLTP) on a single charge. Meanwhile, if you’re looking for optimum performance, the Tesla Model 3 Performance version can achieve 0-60mph in just 3.3sec! This has four-wheel drive and features two electric motors making it a super fast saloon.

As with all Tesla models, the Model 3 has a luxurious feel to it with cutting edge technology available. Furthermore, it's clear that safety has been made paramount with the Tesla Model 3 saloon, meaning you can enjoy a safe journey. Plus, the 425-litre boot capacity includes a ‘frunk’ located under the car’s bonnet. As Tesla’s cheapest model to date, the Tesla Model 3 RWD is priced from £42,990. Alternatively, a Tesla Model 3 lease provides the ultimate fully electric driving experience at a sensible cost spread over an agreed term.

For more information, take a look at our Tesla Model 3 Saloon lease deals.

3. Jaguar XE Saloon

The Jaguar XE is a compact saloon with an attractive exterior and luxury interior. A worthy rival to the Audi A4 saloon, the XE is Jaguar’s smallest saloon in the range. As expected, this model has the high quality, luxurious feel of any Jaguar car. Also, it come with Jaguar’s standard three-year manufacturer’s warranty for peace of mind. This is in line with the industry standard warranty.

As for engine options, the Jaguar XE saloon has a range of efficient petrol and diesel engines to choose from, including new diesel engines with mild hybrid technology (MHEV) for greater efficiency. Furthermore, this saloon car offers intense power and high performance, enhanced by advanced driving technologies and features. Pricing for the latest Jaguar XE saloon starts from £32,205 (OTR) for the entry-level R-Dynamic S trim. This Jaguar can achieve 0-60mph in 6.9 seconds and returns up to 57.9mpg. If you’d prefer the range-topper, the XE P300 Sport is priced from £42,345 (OTR) and has added power with a 0-60mph time of 5.6 seconds.

If you’re looking to know more about this brilliant vehicle, check out our Jaguar XE Saloon lease deals.

4. Jaguar XF Saloon

If you like the sound of a Jaguar car but require a slightly bigger saloon, then take a look at the Jaguar XF Saloon. Although the Jaguar XF and XE have many of the same features, this model is more spacious and comfortable due to being bigger in size.

The Jaguar XF is an executive model, offering the perfect blend of performance, style, efficiency and luxury. For lower running costs, the XF Saloon D200 RWD is considered most fuel efficient with up to 57.6mpg. Furthermore, take a look inside the latest Jaguar XF saloon and you’ll find an excellent infotainment system with plenty of in-car technology to keep you entertained. Luxury seating inside and generous legroom, ensures optimum comfort all-round for your passengers. To enhance your driving experience, you could add the optional Dynamic Handling Pack.

For more information, take a look at our Jaguar XF Saloon lease deals.

5. BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon has won numerous awards since launch and is one of BMW’s best-selling cars. This executive saloon car has a sporty feel and powerful posture, appealing to many car enthusiasts as the ultimate driver’s car. The latest BMW 3 Series saloon has plenty of advanced tech on board including the BMW Digital Key, the Reversing Assistant, the big BMW Curved Display. This helps to ensure you can stay connected on your journeys and enjoy a pleasant driving experience.

As for the interior, the BMW 3 Series saloon is generously wide, and it has a boot space of 480 litres which is bigger than rivals such as the Jaguar XE. Also, this saloon achieved a full Euro NCAP Safety Rating of 5 stars in 2019. If you’re interested in leasing a hybrid car, the 330e hybrid is a great option and especially appeals as a company car. Pricing for the entry-level BMW 320i Sport Saloon starts from £37,805. This popular petrol model returns up to 43.5mpg and has a 0-62mph time of 7.4 seconds.

For information on the BMW 3 Series Saloon, take a look at our BMW 3 Series lease deals.

6. Audi A6 Saloon

The Audi A6 Saloon competes well against its rivals with a package that is focused on technology and power. This saloon car is aesthetically pleasing, reliable and comfortable while still affordable. Inside the Audi A6 saloon, it has a high-quality interior and comes with lots of advanced tech, although some are expensive optional extras. Also, with its decent luggage space and spacious seating, this remains a popular Audi lease car.

In particular, the Audi A6 saloon 40 TFSI S Line 4dr S Tronic offers great performance and a smooth drive. In fact, it has a 0-62mph time of 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 153mph. However, with a fuel economy of 39.8 mpg (combined), you might consider a different engine instead. For example, if you're open to a diesel car, the 40 TDI Quattro S Line 4dr S Tronic is a more fuel-efficient option which returns up to 50.4mpg (combined).

For more information, take a look at our latest Audi A6 lease deals.

7. Volvo S90 Saloon

The Volvo S90 is an elegant and luxurious saloon offering everything you would want from a modern-day car of this type. Volvo pride themselves on their stylish designs and quality safety measures. The Volvo S90 saloon is available with a choice of engine options, including the T8 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid, which is a great lease option for company car customers. This PHEV has a 2100kg max. towing capacity, 461 litres of boot space, five seats and an excellent range of paint colours to choose from.

In terms of design, we think this Volvo saloon is beautifully designed and offers supreme comfort, making it strong competition against rivals. Plus, despite powerful engines, the Volvo S90 saloon offers a quiet drive with comfortable seating. Although it isn’t the cheapest in its class to buy, choosing to lease the Volvo S90 instead is a very cost-effective route. So, could this super sleek saloon be your ideal new car?

For information on the Volvo S90 Saloon, take a look at our Volvo S90 lease deals.

8. Lexus ES Saloon

As an alternative to the BMW 5 Series, the Lexus ES is an executive saloon with high quality materials used throughout. This Lexus car offers luxury seating and generous legroom, ensuring optimum comfort all-round for your passengers. Also, we feel the Lexus ES stands out for its efficient hybrid powertrain with low running costs, making it an appealing saloon for business professionals. In fact, it’s claimed the latest ES provides 48.7 - 54.3mpg. This offers much stronger fuel economy than the Genesis G80 saloon.

Furthermore, a Lexus ES saloon comes well equipped as standard with plenty of in-car technology. In particular, its fantastic Multimedia system is easy to use. As for the driving experience, this saloon car offers decent suspension and light steering. Standard features such as a reversing camera and intelligent parking sensors help make it easy to park.

If you’re looking to know more about this brilliant saloon car, check out Lexus ES lease deals.

There you have it - our selection of the best saloon cars 2023. We hope you’ve found blog interesting and follow us on Facebook or Twitter for more motoring updates. If you would like to find out more about car leasing, or our current saloon stock cars, then get in touch today. Whether you’re looking for fast saloon cars or small saloon cars, we’re here to help and have plenty of in stock lease deals. Alternatively, if you would prefer a sportier looking car in the form of a coupe then click here.

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