Grand tourers are the perfect balance of performance and comfortability, able to roar away at speed yet keep their composure on long road trips. While buying a new GT car can be ridiculously expensive, there are plenty of options on the used market listed for a steal of a price.
It is important to note that buying a luxurious grand tourer means that reliability, maintenance, and insurance costs are going to be major concerns. However, if you have the time, care, and money to put into these cars, you’ll be rewarded with exceptional machines that you will have a huge amount of love for.
Scouring the used market, we’ve found ten fantastic grand tourers that are relatively affordable. These cars offer a good balance between speed, comfort, and modern amenities at a price that is certainly palatable. We outline the pros and cons of each entry as well as going into detail on their performance.
to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including TopSpeed and the EPA. All used prices were sourced from Edmunds. Models are ranked from most affordable to most expensive.
102015 Jaguar XK
Average Used Price: $35,466
Jaguar is a brand that has been marred by bad press for as long as they have been around, from reliability issues to questionable rebrands. However, that doesn’t change the fact that they producesome of the most enjoyable carsin the world. This includes the fantastic XK coupe.
385 HP
380 LB-FT
0-60 MPH
Top Speed
155 MPH
The XK comes in three forms, with the specs of the base model detailed above. The XKR and XKR-S are the more hardened, harder-to-come-by models. Jaguar’s coupe may not be as raucous as some of its competitors, but it balances power and comfortable in an intoxicating mix.
92015 Maserati GranTurismo
Average Used Price: $35,732
If you’re looking forItalian styling and opulence, then Maserati is a great place to turn your attention. The GranTurismo is a fantastic grand tourer, which is no surprise given its name. Its refined and luxurious interior cradles you on long journeys, with premium materials used throughout.
454 HP
384 LB-FT
185 MPH
Underneath the hood of the Maserati GranTurismo you’ll find a Ferrari built V-8. When you put your foot to the floor, it will sing arias at you as you tackle mountain twists and turns. It is soulful and you’ll find yourself delighted every time you sit behind the steering wheel.
82007 Bentley Continental
Average Used Price: $35,885
For as long as the brand has been around, Bentley has been the gold standard when it comes to luxury. For decades, the ultra-wealthy have made Bentley their brand of choice. The Continental GT is a two-door coupe that blends intoxicating performance with ultra-decadent opulence.
552 HP
479 LB-FT
194 MPH
One of the most attractive things about a Bentley is the 12-cylinder engines that they often boast, as is seen in the Continental GT. While it isn’t exactly designed to be pushed to its limit constantly, it is still plenty confident around corners. Most impressive, though, is the smoothness you get from the standard adjustable air suspension.
72019 Jaguar F-Type
Average Used Price: $38,732
The F-Type is yet another Jaguar to make this list. We believe this British sports car is one of the most criminally underrated models ever made. Reliability is a bit of a mixed bag, but when it is working it is an exceptional car. It walks the line between comfort and performance better than most.
6-Speed Manual or 8-Speed Automatic
340 HP
332 LB-FT
The 2019 F-Type can be had with a number of different engines. The model above is dubbed the P340 and sits between the 296-horsepower four-cylinder P300 and the 380-horsepower V-6 P380.The raunchy Type Rfeatures a supercharged V-8 and makes 500 horsepower.
62017 BMW M6
Average Used Price: $39,965
If you’re somebody who wants the comfort of a grand tourer but also demand that you be slingshot forwards at ridiculous speeds, then the M6 is the perfect car for you. While it doesn’t offer the most outright luxurious interior, you’ll find that it comes with plenty of features to keep you smiling.
7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual or 6-Speed Manual
560 HP
500 LB-FT
190 MPH
BMW fits a fantastic twin-turbo V-8 into the M6, making itan absolute rocketwhen you want it to be. While some will criticize the M6’s rear-wheel setup, we think it contributes drastically to the car’s character and sense of fun. Stick it into comfort mode, though, and the whole dynamic changes to something much more serene.
52019 Audi RS5
Average Used Price: $45,249
The RS5 coupe is one of the most incredible two-door cars that Audi has produced in recent times. It is the pure definition of German muscle, with aggressive sheetmetal and a powerful engine under the hood. While its road presence may not be as intimidating as its rivals from Mercede-Benz or BMW, it is every bit as good.
444 HP
443 LB-FT
174 MPH
While the RS5 doesn’t have the most powerful engine among its competitors, it isabsurdly quick off the line. It is also one of the easiest sports cars to keep in control of, making it super friendly to those who haven’t driven very powerful cars before. Whether going long or short distances, the RS5 offers a supremely comfortable ride.
42017 Mercedes-AMG C63 S
Average Used Price: $46,028
Mercedes-Benz has always been right on the cutting edge when it comes to technology. They integrate this into their cars in both in the realms of performance and interior comfort. The C63’s aggressive styling helps it stand out from the regular C-Class sedan, as does its boisterous exhaust note, unlike itsmodern four-cylinder counterpart.
503 HP
516 LB-FT
180 MPH
The C63 S features adaptive damping suspension with multiple drive modes, including Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Race, meaning that you can adjust how firm things feel at the turn of a dial. When driven hard, it sounds brilliant and moves quickly, yet it is also capable of being quiet and controlled.
32019 BMW 8-Series
Average Used Price: $48,658
The 8-Series sits at the top of the BMW hierarchy, and you can tell just by looking at it. While these cars are absurdly expensive when bought new, depreciation hits them ridiculously hard, meaning that used models can be picked up for relatively nothing. If you can afford the insurance and the maintenance, why wouldn’t you take one home.
523 HP
553 LB-FT
159 MPH
The German brand has packed as much muscle into the 8-Series as possible, with the twin-turbocharged V-8 producing a ridiculous amount of power. While it demonstrates absurd acceleration, its best party trick is how easy it is to live with on long journeys, with super comfortable seats and superb ride quality.
22019 BMW 4-Series
Average Used Price: $49,397
The 2019 4-Series hasn’t quite depreciated at the same rate as the 8-Series, meaning it is a little more expensive on average. However, if you want a touring car that leans a little more in the direction of playfulness, you might stillconsider this smaller coupeover its larger sibling.
320 HP
330 LB-FT
RWD or AWD
There is a reason that the 4-Series is BMW’s car of choice when it goes racing. Its finely tuned chassis makes it an absolute machine when it comes to taking corners. It is one of the most rewarding driving experiences out there. Yet, it still feels exceptionally easy to live with on your daily commute. The base four-cylinder 420i is great, but the 440i, detailed above, is the way to go.
12015 Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe
Average Used Price: $53,349
After the 2021 model year, Mercedes decided to discontinue the coupe body style for the S-Class. Before that, you could get top-of-the-line Mercedes features in a sporty-looking coupe. The S63 Coupe featured tuning from AMG and was just as quick as it was opulent.
577 HP
664 LB-FT
187 MPH
Considering how big the S63 is, it moves off the line impressively quickly. This is thanks to the beautiful V-8 tucked away under the hood. While maybe not as dynamic as some of the other coupes on this list, the S63 offers comfort on another level, with one of the finest suspension systems ever built.
