Best Compact Luxury Sedans

iew: At MotorTrend, our experts rigorously evaluate the best luxury compact sedans to help you find the right vehicle with confidence. Backed by more than 75 years of automotive testing and experience, we drive, measure, and compare hundreds of cars, SUVs, and trucks every year to ensure our rankings reflect real-world performance, comfort, technology, safety, and value. Every sedan on this list has been reviewed by seasoned editors and vehicle testers who combine objective test results with hands-on impressions. From acceleration and efficiency to design and practicality, each ranking and score represent deep expertise, not opinion. Trust MotorTrend’s comprehensive testing and transparent methodology to discover the best luxury compact sedans that truly stand out above the rest.

Tesla Model 3

#1 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$38,630

MPG:

Up to 145 city / 128 highway

Tesla’s popular sedan is a strong value and makes EV living easy, but the Model 3 feels more like an... Read more

BMW 3-series

#2 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$51,250

The 2027 BMW 3 Series enters a new generation with the G50 chassis code. The old model’s platform carries... Read more

Alfa Romeo Giulia

#3 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$48,245

MPG:

Up to 24 city / 33 highway

2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia Read more

BMW 4-series

#4 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$54,650

MPG:

Up to 28 city / 36 highway

2026 BMW 4 Series Read more

Cadillac CT5

#5 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$50,995

MPG:

Up to 22 city / 31 highway

Audi A5

#6 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$51,595

MPG:

Up to 22 city / 32 highway

Interested in the 2026 Audi A5 but not sure where to start? Learn about it in the MotorTrend Buyer's Guide... Read more

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

#7 in Ranking Category

Starting at

$51,000

MPG:

Up to 25 city / 35 highway

2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Read more

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