Top 10 best executive F-class cars

Literally every year, the ratings of the best cars of different classes and classification principles change. Some of the leaders remain, others fall below the top 10, and brand new cars emerge to take their place on the list.

The competition in the automotive market never stops. Every car manufacturer wants to offer its customers the best and the most. All of this is aimed at just one goal. Namely, to increase sales and make a profit.

Although the main income for companies comes from mid-range cars, the luxury segment occupies a special place in the lineup of almost every leading manufacturer.

Special features of the F class

A feature of cars from the executive class is not only their high cost. Much more important is the internal performance, filling and packaging.

Companies usually present their best cars in terms of filling in the segment of executive cars, that is, the European F class. Such cars give a feeling of wealth and wealth to the car owner. At the same time, these cars give real pleasure to the passenger and the driver himself. Therefore, no one is surprised by the fact that the owner of such a car has a personal chauffeur, as well as the desire of the wealthiest person to get behind the wheel.

To be on the list of the best executive cars, it is imperative to meet some key criteria and provide certain characteristics.

1. Safety. Security systems must be at the highest level. This applies not only to the availability of modern electronics, but also corny just a reliable and high-quality body that can withstand strong blows in an accident. Because of this, F-class cars are usually large and quite heavy.
2. Environmental friendliness. Modern trends are forcing automakers to solve additional problems, combining high performance with environmental friendliness and the ability of their models to minimize the impact on the environment in a negative way.
3. Build quality, wear resistance and durability. In the executive class, breakdowns on the road, the rolling off of some spare parts on the way and wear and tear after a few months of operation are unacceptable. Cars are created in such a way that they were always available to the owner, and it took a minimum of time to visit a car service as part of routine maintenance.
4. Appearance. No one is going to buy a car that has a downright bad look. Therefore, in the F segment, great attention is paid to design. Since this is a matter of taste and personal preference, there is a buyer for each model.
5. Interior filling. To say that all cars from the executive F class must have climate control, and at least two-zone, is not even worth talking about. It is the internal content that largely determines the level of prestige of the car. Now the availability of modern technologies, additional gadgets and devices is required. Also, the quality of the audio system and the capabilities of multimedia equipment play an important role.
6. Comfort and interior. Such a car should be comfortable for everyone, and the interior should delight all those who first get into the car. No one will buy a car with the same interior as a car worth several million rubles less.
7. Service. Buying such machines also provides for an appropriate level of service. The more loyal and attentive the auto company treats the customer, the higher the popularity and demand for their vehicles.

If a car does not meet at least one of the listed requirements, it will definitely not get a place in the top 10.

But the current range of cars is such that there is a huge number of applicants for just one line in the ranking. Even the last places for some car companies is already a great achievement.

The current list, which includes cars of the executive F class, consists of 10 cars. It included not only obvious favorites and established leaders, but also interesting novelties. Moreover, even a representative of the Chinese car industry, who objectively deserves your attention, got into the top 10.

Representatives of the prestigious rating

It is hardly worth saying that the cars of the representative European class F are the most expensive in the lineup of automakers. Although there is a category of sports cars and hypercars, which should still be positioned as exclusive cars, and not mass-produced cars.

Getting into the top of most auto companies will not surprise anyone. But this is a normal modern practice, since it is these carmakers who are able to create the best product that fully meets the requirements and desires of consumers.

Based on the listed criteria, it is worth highlighting the auto companies whose models are included in the current rating, producing the best serial cars of the representative European F class:

• Mercedes;
• BMW;
• Volkswagen;
• Audi;
• Maseratti;
• Rolls Royce;
• Jaguar;
• Porsche;
• Bentley;
• Hongqi.

There are also a number of cars that adequately represent this segment, but for one or another characteristics and criteria do not reach the level of the leaders. But this is only an incentive to move on, improve their cars and impose a real fight on the recognized favorites.

Now, about the representative of each of the cars, which eventually formed the top 10, should be discussed separately.

H5

If in most cases all new cars present in the executive class segment are new generations or restyled versions of long-known cars, then the situation here is somewhat different.

So far, only a few people know about Hongqi. But this is a new and extremely interesting car that came to us from the Middle Kingdom.

These cars, capable of pushing the leaders of the executive class, began to be produced only in 2018. Under the hood of the Chinese F-class is a turbocharged 1.8-liter engine with 179 horsepower, complemented by a 6-band automatic transmission. Outwardly, it is somewhat reminiscent of the Mazda 6, but has a more solid size.

The entire dashboard is filled with touchscreen displays, has excellent sensitivity and great looks. There are no complaints about the quality of the finish.

Hongqi got a place in the list of the best H5s with some advance payment. But it is very good when new car brands dilute the segment of the executive class, where only old-timers have gathered, who do not concede their long-occupied place to anyone.

Continental

One of those cars that needs no introduction. The manufacturer is Bentley.

The model in question is a whole line, which includes a number of modifications and machine options.

Continental is almost completely handcrafted, high quality materials used. This car will be the ideal option for those who want to not only enjoy backseat rides with a chauffeur behind the wheel, but want to drive themselves. You get real pleasure from this process.

Thoughtful ergonomics together with excellent technical characteristics make Continental one of the favorites in the rating. And therefore, a well-deserved place in the top 10 in 2020 among representatives of the F class. It is these cars of the representative F class that are now a priority for consumers.

XJ

A large, powerful and incredibly beautiful representative of the Jaguar automobile concern.The British have always been good at making expensive cars. But now there is also a car in their range that combines excellent sports performance with a sophisticated and elegant design.

Jaguar offers 13 different configurations for the choice of demanding buyers, and also allows you to purchase a car according to an individual order, adding different components to it.

The car under the simple and short name XJ in the performance of the Jaguar company offers a high level of safety, a variety of equipment, convenient ergonomics and a comfortable fit for the driver and passengers. Moreover, most owners of this car prefer to refuse chauffeur services, since being behind the wheel of the XJ is a real pleasure.

Phantom

One of the most expensive representatives of its segment. When it comes to the best cars in the European F class, most people immediately think of Rolls Royce.

This is an obligatory and indisputable representative of the F class, which has been in the ranking for many years, and is definitely not going to give up its position. In 2018, the British company announced the release of a new version of its flagship. At the same time, the car became the most expensive in two categories at once. The new Phantom is the most expensive of the company and also the most expensive four-door sedan in the world. The minimum cost for the simplest configuration will cost 450 thousand euros.

The internal filling of the Phantom is classic. The interior uses a lot of natural leather and wood. But this does not interfere with the installation of modern touch screens and a virtual dashboard. The car has a head-up display, a 12.3-inch multimedia screen.

The most expensive sedan has a 6.75 liter engine with 12 cylinders and about 565 horsepower under the hood. This giant is capable of accelerating to a hundred in just some 5.3 seconds.

Quattroporte

A car with a rather complicated name Quattroporte performed by Maserati.

The model has existed for more than one year, but it always confidently falls into the rating of the best cars from the executive class segment. The very name of the car model delights most motorists.

An incredible car with an exquisite appearance, a well-thought-out interior and simply fantastic technical characteristics.

The fifth and last generation at the moment appeared several years ago. Now the Maserati company has presented a restyled version of its Quatroporte. There are no questions about the interior. Everything is done at the highest level. Only some small details have been finalized and changed.

The engineers have worked much more seriously on the technical parameters. The updated Maserati Quatroporte had a 4.7-liter engine with 440 horsepower under the hood. From zero to a hundred, this representative-class sports sedan is capable of accelerating in 5.3 seconds. Although company representatives say that this is far from the limit.

Bmw 7

Without the Bavarian automaker, as well as without representatives of Germany, in the case of the F class, nowhere. These are essential elements of any rating of this kind when it comes to expensive, high-quality cars.

The seventh series from BMW has been around for many years. But the Bavarians regularly update and improve their car, release new generations, taking into account the mistakes and shortcomings of their predecessors.

Seven from BMW differs aggressive, but at the same time stylish appearance, which does not lose its relevance over time.

High-quality materials are used in the production of cars, the car is equipped with the most top-end engines. Inside, everything is great and wonderful for those who like to drive themselves, or prefer to use the services of a personal chauffeur. It is not for nothing that it is the BMW 7 that is very often used as the main vehicles for the trips of top officials, large entrepreneurs, politicians, show business stars, etc. Although in this component the Seven has a competitor in the person of Mercedes, about which a little later.

BMW 7 is loved for its unique and easily recognizable appearance, solid dimensions, and a spacious interior. All this is perfectly combined with driving dynamics, sporty aggression and perfect handling at any speed.

At the same time, BMW makes it possible for the consumer to choose a relatively inexpensive package for the executive class. The car can be equipped with one of the engines with a volume of 3 to 6 liters, as well as 8 different automatic transmissions at once.

In the case of top-end equipment, the driver and his passengers get literally everything.

A8

It is the Audi company that many call the ancestor of the production of executive class cars, which in Europe is classified as F class.

Therefore, the place of the A8 model in the rating of such a plan does not lend itself to any doubt. It is a large machine that can still be purchased in an extended Long version, as evidenced by the corresponding L in the A8's name.

The new corporate design did not spoil the appearance of the new generation A8 by Audi at all. Although the car is similar to the representatives of the lower classes, it is simply impossible not to recognize the A8.

Despite a number of objective advantages and full compliance with the requirements of the F class, the car remains relatively affordable. It definitely costs less than the BMW 7 Series or their eternal competitor in the performance of the Mercedes company. This is largely due to the direct participation of Volkswagen (Volkswagen) in the development of Audi. Even though they are part of the same auto concern, the brands are completely different in their ideology.

In the case of the Audi A8, it is possible to purchase a relatively budgetary version, under the hood of which there will be a 3-liter engine, and in the cabin the owner will receive the basic equipment. But it also significantly surpasses all the filling that competitors offer at a higher initial cost.

If the buyer wants to fully experience all the advantages of the executive class in the performance of the Audi company, he should take the A8 model at least in the middle configuration, and preferably in the maximum, and also choose a 6.3-liter engine. The unique combination of dynamics, high speed and exemplary comfort amazes literally everyone. Hence the great demand for this model.

Panamera

The appearance of the Porsche Panamera initially caused a number of controversial reactions from car experts and ordinary car enthusiasts. But when we managed to get to know the new product closer, many appreciated the capabilities, advantages and characteristics of this German car.

Porsche's pedantic company has taught its consumers that they always make everything about the same, and are extremely careful about experimenting. And then the Panamera appeared.

The Panamera is one of the fastest cars in its executive class. The car has excellent dynamics, instant acceleration and effective braking.

Externally, everything is done in the classic Porsche style. The updated version received minor improvements that almost remain invisible.

An interesting appearance is favorably combined with the advanced technology and modern solutions that drivers and passengers see in front of them when entering the Panamera. This is a solid car with an aggressive and sporty character, which is advantageously hidden behind a restrained exterior.

The Porsche Panamera is loved precisely because a seemingly calm car instantly turns into a real racing car. And if necessary, it continues its smooth and unhurried movement along the city streets again. The Panamera belongs to the category of cars that you always want to turn around and look at. And this is highly appreciated by those who purchase a premium F class car. It is important for them to be looked at and envied. This is how a person is arranged, nothing can be done about it.

But Porsche Panamera buyers can also be called practical people.Such a machine is designed to operate in all conditions. The car behaves confidently on the track, leaving competitors behind. But the car also moves confidently in city traffic jams, ensuring efficient fuel consumption. The Panamera is very economical, even when equipped with the most powerful engine. And this is a huge plus for such a prominent representative of its class.

Phaeton

A machine around which there is a huge amount of controversy and talk. The only indisputable thing is that the Phaeton from Volkswagen deserves a place in this ranking.

At some point, everyone thought that the model would cease to exist and the release would be stopped. Volkswagen was on the brink around 2016. But still a new version has appeared. The car is built on the same platform as the latest Audi A8.

At the same time, the designers retained the classic appearance, close to its predecessor, but improved some aspects, finalized the optics and significantly transformed the interior.

So far, Volkswagen cannot win competition with the German auto giants with its Phaeton. At one time, it was generally surprising that VW decided to release the first ever representative of the F class. True fans of the brand were extremely happy, sales started very well, but then there was a period of falling demand.

The main complaint about the Phaeton lies precisely in the exterior of the car. Allegedly, it is too simple and unremarkable. There is some truth in this, although the Phaeton is easily recognizable against the background of other cars, it is not an enlarged copy of the Passat model and has a certain identity.

If we start from technical aspects, equipment, quality of finishing, interior filling and other key requirements for the executive class, then a number of competitors are far behind. At the same time, prices are also extremely adequate, as are fuel consumption indicators. Even in the city, the Phaeton can consume up to 10-12 liters per 100 kilometers, which has been clearly confirmed by tests.

S-class

For many reasons, objective and subjective, a number of motorists and experts attribute the leadership in the F class to the car produced by Mercedes.

Many people really associate the S-class with prestige, high cost and the importance of whoever is inside. This is one of those cases when the car owner himself rarely sits behind the wheel. Basically, he moves in the back seat, where everything is designed for his comfort, safety and a good time.

It is pointless to talk and talk about this car. Everyone already knows what the S-class is and what it is capable of. The best finishing materials, advanced technologies, modern engines, a huge list of electronics. All this is in the Mercedes.

It is this car that is mainly chosen by stars, entrepreneurs, athletes, politicians and other people with high status and corresponding income. If Mercedes could, it would also offer a personal driver for every S-class buyer.

It is unlikely that anyone is greatly surprised by the final top 10. There are decent cars that may soon get into this rating, displacing some of the leaders. But for this you need to do serious work, improve your cars and prove to the world that they are the ones who deserve to represent the F class at its best.