Best Saloon Cars 2022

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.

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.

4.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.

5.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?

There you have it - our selection of the best saloon cars 2022. If you would like to find out more about?car leasing, or our current?stock cars, then get in touch today.?

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