Affordable Vs Traditional Luxuries : Big Bucks or Big Logo

Affordable Vs Traditional Luxuries : Big Bucks or Big Logo

The motive of pursuing maximum “luxury” out of a new car presents something of a philosophical crisis for today's auto buyer. Talking with enough other car owners about luxury cars and affordable cars, you will receive a mixed notion. Few say that the luxury vehicles aren't worth the money because they are just dressed-up versions of regular models. For example, Audi vehicles are just pricey Volkswagens and Lexus models are just more expensive Toyotas. Is this true?

This type of badge engineering is mostly a thing of the past. In the current scenario, shoppers interested in luxury cars typically expect their vehicles to offer major updates from mainstream models, and they usually do.

Now, the question is – What's the primary difference between most luxury cars and mainstream models? There are a few big ways that automakers distinguish their standard vehicles from the high-end offerings. Keeping the same objective in mind, here at Carbay, we have brought all-time favorite luxury sedans against regular day practical sedans at a single platform.

Toyota Camry Vs Audi A4

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Price

  • Toyota Camry 2.0G - RM 174,900.00
  • Audi A4 1.8 TFSI - RM 239,270.80
  • Difference – RM 64,370.80

Toyota Camry Highlights

Camry 2.0E Beige Fabric Interior

  • Dual-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning with Rear Duct
  • Front Shoulder Switches
  • 8-way Powered Adjustable Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Smart Entry & Start System
  • Aerodynamic Enhancements - Front Bumper Spoiler, Side Skirts,
  • Trunk Lid Spoiler, Rear Bumper Spoiler
  • DVD-AVN (Audio-Video Navigation) System and Reverse Camera
  • Toyota Premium Security & Solar Film
  • Meter Combination With 4.2-Inch Multi-Information Display
  • Large Trunk Space

Audi A4 Highlights

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  • Automatic headlight-range adjustment
  • Audi Symphony radio
  • Convenience opening/closing feature for the windows and separate luggage compartment release via radio remote control
  • Audi Drive Select with damping control system - Auto / Comfort / Dynamic / Efficiency mode
  • Leatherette seats
  • 6-channel amplifier, 10 loudspeakers, 180 watts total output
  • Parking aid plus with park display
  • Start/stop system with energy recovery

Honda Accord Vs BMW 3 Series

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Price

  • Honda Accord – RM 167,239.52
  • BMW 3 Series – RM 208,800.00
  • Difference – RM 40,760.48

Honda Accord Highlights

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  • Active Noise Control (ANC) and Active Sound Control (ASC)
  • Auto-Dim Rear View Mirror
  • On Demand Touch Panel on Steering
  • Driver's side 8-way power seat
  • 8-inch i-MID display
  • Navi Console +HFT
  • Manual Side Door Sunshade
  • Power Rear Sunshade

BMW 3 Series Highlights

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  • Heat insulated glass
  • Memory function seats for driver
  • Start/Stop button, including Auto Start/Stop OFF button
  • Radio BMW Professional with MP3-compatible CD drive
  • 6.5-inch monitor operation by iDrive Controller
  • On-board computer including Check Control
  • Dakota leather upholstery
  • Exterior and interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function
  • Rain sensor, automatic activation control for windscreen wipers and driving lights

Hyundai Genesis Vs Mercedes E400

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Price

  • Hyundai Genesis – RM 388,921.52
  • Mercedes E400 – RM 494,948.00
  • Difference – RM 106,026.48

Hyundai Genesis Highlights

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  • Panorama Sunroof
  • Power Door System
  • Pocket light outside handle
  • Puddle lamps
  • Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
  • Premium Drive Information System (DIS)
  • Head-up display (HUD) for smart driving
  • Human Machine Interface (HMI)
  • All-round View Display Camera
  • Integrated Memory Seat

Mercedes E400 Highlights

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  • Digital Owner's Manual with display on the COMAND screen
  • 17.8-cm colour TFT display
  • Hard-drive-based navigation with topographical and 3D map display
  • Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System
  • Traffic congestion avoidance (TMC Pro)
  • Thermotronic automatic climate control system
  • Panoramic sliding sunroof
  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus
  • Parktronic Parking Brake

Ford Mondeo Vs Lexus ES 250 Luxury

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Price

  • Ford Mondeo – RM 198,000.00
  • Lexus ES 250 Luxury – RM 259,200.00
  • Difference – RM 61,200.00

Ford Mondeo Highlights

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  • Dual-zone climate control
  • Multi-adaptable LED headlamps
  • 6-speed SelectShift with Paddle Shifters
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Hands-free music
  • Touchscreen and Media Hub
  • MyKey
  • Hands-free Phone
  • Rear View Mirror

Lexus ES 250 Luxury Highlights

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  • Refines Maple Accents
  • Ambient Illumination
  • Remarkably Spacious
  • Front Seat Ventilation
  • Rear-seat Luxury
  • Drive Mode Select – Normal, ECO and Sport
  • Remote Touch Controller
  • LED Analog Clock
  • 3-Zone Air Conditioning
  • Lexus Navigation System

Vishakha Ranawat

Vishakha Ranawat

An avid reader, Vishakha Ranawat realized she has had enough of drama in her life. Following her number one passion (enjoying solitude was actually number two), she decided to make the jump into the realm of automotive journalism. She appreciates the simple things in life but love to fantasize and explore about lavish cars. Back-to-basics of mechanical engineering and minimal electronics on board is what she always keep her prying eyes on! Effortlessely, rolling sound of astounding performance cars is something what from which she can't escape. Love thrill and exploring new tracks simply so as to fill the appetite. Yes, that's how she roll down and love to get rolled-out sitting inside a tech-motion home, her fantasy world of cars!

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