Top 5 luxurious car manufacturers in the world

The world is full of diverse and exciting cars, but there are unquestionably some that never break into the mainstream. Yes, they are luxurious cars! Actually, luxury cars are considered to be a comfortable and an expensive mode of transportation that is used around the world. For a car to be truly luxurious, it needs to be equipped with the latest technology for effortless performance, with a buttery-smooth ride and have a fantastic interior design and comfort. With the rapidly increasing demand of cars, tons of companies are emerging with the latest models and cutting-edge technologies embedded in manufacturing of cars. However, among these companies, only few are able to win the hearts of ours and present real luxury cars.  Now, let’s take a look at the 5 most popular car companies which constantly dominate in the list of the top luxury car manufacturers.

1.     Daimler AG

Daimler AG is one of the most popular and successful German automotive companies in the world. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. The history of the company goes back to 1886, when the company’s founders, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz, made history with the creation of the automobile. Daimler AG is one of the world’s leading manufacturer of premium cars, as well as commercial vehicles (buses, trucks, etc.). The company’s vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Maybach and Smart (micro hybrid cars). Daimler manufactures commercial vehicles under brands such as Freightliner, Western Star, BharatBenz, Fuso, Setra and Thomas Built Buses. In addition to automobiles, Daimler AG provides financial services through its Daimler Financial Services.

2.     Ferrari N.V.

Incorporated in the Netherlands, Ferrari N.V. is an Italy-based company which is engaged in the design, manufacture and sales of sports cars under the Ferrari brand. In addition to sports cars, the company also provides financial services through Ferrari Financial Services. The company’s sports cars portfolio includes FF, Ferrari 488 GTB, F12berlinetta, 488 Spider, 458 Speciale, Ferrari California T, F12tdf and LaFerrari. Ferrari N.V. runs its operational structure in regional markets of Europe, Middle East, India and Africa, as well as the Americas, China and the rest of the Asia-Pacific region.

3.     Lamborghini

Automobili Lamborghini is an Italian brand and a manufacturer of luxurious sports cars. The company is headquartered in Sant’Agata Bolognese, in Northern Italy. Lamborghini is named after Ferruccio Lamborghini, who founded the company in 1963. Lamborghini used to be an independent company, however today it is a subsidiary of the German company Audi AG which became the owner of Lamborghini in 1998. 

4.     Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, popularly known under its abbreviation BMW, is a global manufacturer and marketer of luxury automobiles, motorcycles and engines. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in in Munich, Germany. In fact, in an era of rapid consolidation within the global car industry, BMW is one of the few independent companies in operation. The Bayerische Motoren Werke AG is also considered to be one of the world’s most well-known and best-selling luxury automakers.

5.     Tesla Motors Inc.

Tesla Motors Inc., also known as Tesla, is an American automaker, as well as a technology and design company with a focus on energy innovation. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Tesla mainly manufactures and sells two electric vehicles: the Model S sedan (over 107,000 Model S have been delivered across the world) and the Model X sport utility vehicle (SUV). In addition to developing its own vehicles, Tesla also sells energy storage products. The company competes with such famous automakers as Mercedes, Daimler, BMW, Audi, Toyota, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi, Porsche, Lexus, Fiat, Nissan, Ford, Honda, Volvo and General Motors.

Which one is your preferred luxury car manufacturer in the world?