Automotive data experts hpi have crunched the numbers to come up with the best picks when considering an executive car.
The Mercedes Benz S Class tops the table and retains over 50% of its value after three years and 30,000 miles. The Audi A6 comes a close second and retains 49.2% over the same period.
Commenting on the study, James Dower senior editor from hpi said: “Executive cars can provide a cost-effective way to inject some luxury into your motoring. Our data shows that everything from Mercedes S Class to a Hyundai Genesis can prove a savvy purchase. Often loaded with safety technology, most executive cars can prove a great second hand buy too.”
The Jaguar XF, Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz CLS, BMW 6 Series and Infiniti Q70 also make the list with industry-leading levels of low depreciation.
| Model | Price new | Average new price retained | £ decrease over three years and 30k miles |
| MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS (2015–) | 99,993 | 50.4 | -49,593 |
| AUDI A6 (2014–) | 44,065 | 49.2 | -22,353 |
| JAGUAR XF (2015–) | 37,520 | 48.4 | -19,302 |
| AUDI A6 ALLROAD (2014–) | 50,698 | 46.8 | -26,973 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (2014–) | 56,541 | 42.8 | -32,280 |
| BMW 6 SERIES (2012-2017) | 65,138 | 41.6 | -38,047 |
| INFINITI Q70 (2015–) | 40,404 | 40.2 | -24,175 |
| BMW 6 SERIES (2011–) | 65,138 | 38.2 | -40,288 |
| HYUNDAI GENESIS (2014–) | 49,530 | 34.4 | -32,480 |
