Saloon car reviews

Thinking of buying a new saloon car? If you’re looking for saloon cars for sale, we have got loads of reviews plus links to the latest models you can buy. 

If you like the security of a separate boot, a traditionally styled car, and you aren’t interested in those new crossover cars, then a saloon car could be the best choice for you. 

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  • Porsche Panamera Saloon (2024 onwards) Review

    A great blend of sportiness and luxury

    Parkers rating: 4.1 out of 5 4.1
    New price: £90,355 - £102,874

    PROS

    • So agile for a car of its size
    • High-end interior
    • Excellent plug-in hybrids

    CONS

    • Expensive options
    • Estate version no longer available
    • Only comes with four seats as standard
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  • Volkswagen ID.7 Saloon (2023 onwards) Review

    Roomy, comfortable, relaxing – an excellent long-distance cruiser

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    New price: £51,550 - £55,650

    PROS

    • Huge official range
    • Nicely judged interior
    • Comfort and refinement

    CONS

    • Infotainment still a bit fiddly
    • Not Tesla fast
    • High list prices
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  • BYD Seal Saloon (2023 onwards) Review

    Good enough to give Tesla something to think about

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £45,695 - £48,695

    PROS

    • Stylish, sleek and spacious
    • Excellent range and performance
    • Very well equipped

    CONS

    • Almost no brand awareness
    • A Tesla Model 3 is faster
    • A BMW i4 handles better
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  • BMW i5 Saloon (2023 onwards) Review

    The de facto executive saloon, now electrified

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    New price: £67,695 - £109,945

    PROS

    • Excellent to drive
    • Stunning build quality
    • Competitive range

    CONS

    • Feels huge, especially in town
    • Mixed bag of driver assistance tech
    • M60 models are close to £100,000
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  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon (2023 onwards) Review

    Latest E-Class is a technological tour de force

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £55,045 - £85,690

    PROS

    • Dazzling modern interior
    • Some very clever tech
    • E300e plug-in hybrid works well

    CONS

    • Most have uncomfortable lowered suspension
    • Body control and agility could be better
    • E200 feels coarse and slow
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  • BMW i7 Saloon (2022 onwards) Review

    The best all-electric luxury car on sale

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £101,765 - £184,320

    PROS

    • Outstanding comfort and performance
    • Huge amounts of the latest technology
    • Remarkably effortless to drive

    CONS

    • Not as nimble as a conventional 7 Series
    • If you don't like screens, it's not for you
    • Will take a while to get used to all the tech
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  • Mercedes-Benz EQE Saloon (2022 onwards) Review

    Luxurious, relaxed and expensive electric saloon

    Parkers rating: 3.4 out of 5 3.4
    New price: £68,810 - £89,345

    PROS

    • Comfortable, roomy and refined
    • Tech in the service of the user
    • Good to drive, without being sporty

    CONS

    • Expensive
    • Ugly as sin
    • Cheap in places
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  • BMW 7-Series Saloon (2022 onwards) Review

    BMW’s bold, technology-laden executive car is a plug-in hybrid only in the UK

    Parkers rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
    New price: £105,510 - £144,185

    PROS

    • Truly impressive interior design and quality
    • Innovative technology sets it apart
    • PHEVs capable of 50 miles on battery power

    CONS

    • Design is very divisive
    • No standard petrol or diesel engine choices
    • It's not exactly small
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  • Genesis G80 Electrified (2022 onwards) Review

    Striking new premium electric car offers outstanding package

    Parkers rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
    New price: £69,905 - £73,465

    PROS

    • 323-mile range and 21-minute charging
    • Plenty of performance and luxury
    • Impressive ownership package

    CONS

    • Lacks established premium image
    • Small boot, limited rear headroom
    • No conventional dealer network
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  • Mercedes-AMG EQE Saloon (2022 onwards) Review

    AMG's performance EV doesn't quite hit the spot

    Parkers rating: 3.2 out of 5 3.2
    New price: £114,750 - £114,995

    PROS

    • Sledgehammer acceleration
    • Excellent handling and ride
    • Fantastic and roomy interior

    CONS

    • Artificial 'engine' noise is a gimmick
    • Can feel too large for tight roads
    • Expensive – before you option it up
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