Even luxury car buyers are having to shop thoughtfully, these days. Value for money has never been as important as it is in 2026 where purse strings have been tightened globally. Still, shopping for a luxury midsize sedan isn’t asking for six figures – but if you’re careful, you can get a premium car with all the luxury trimmings for an actually affordable price. No, we’re not suggesting a top-tier mainstream car – but consider the Lexus ES vs Mercedes E-Class. Both are respected sedans from premium automakers, offering similar products, but only one automaker goes all in on giving you the best bang for buck right now.
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