Audi A6

The A6 is available with a single 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine paired with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Output is a reasonable 245PS and 370Nm and the car accelerate up to 100kmph from a standstill in 7 seconds flat (tested). But it's the refinement and mid-range punch that dominates the experience rather than outright performance. The max torque is spread from 1600rpm all the way up to 4500rpm and that makes it an effortless engine to drive.

The A6 is available in just the 45 TFSI 2.0-litre petrol engine. Premium Plus and Technology are the only two trim options that you can choose from.

The new A6 looks stunning in a very understated fashion. Audi haven't re-invented the wheel here just sharpened the edges. Standouts are the large grill, low stance and semi-aero 10-spoke alloy wheel pattern.

The interiors are a new geeky take on executive luxury with a clean modern design mixed with flashy luxury bits like three coloured screens and open pore wood inserts. It's a reasonably practical cabin for the family with four cup holders storage in all four doors. More storage for nick knacks wouldn't have hurt though. In the rear there's sun/privacy shades as well. The rear windscreen is electrically operated while the side window ones are manual. Entertainment on the Technology variants is via a 10.1 inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and features a haptec touch function which requires you to click on the screen to action button functions. This can be disabled as well for a more conventional touch screen experience. The Bang & Olufsen 16 speaker audio system is a treat for audiophiles with crystal clear sound and solid bass. There's even ambient lighting with a dual colour setup and even allows you to set up a custom colours.

BMW 5 Series: The BMW 5 Series is the enthusiasts pic in the luxury sedan segment. Balance is the word that comes to mind with the current G30 series. The ride and handling of even the base 520d is a great balance between sporty handling and comfort in the rear seats. Our pick of the bunch has to be the 530d which combines adaptive suspension comfort with the mad 5.73s 0-100kmph performance.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Mercedes-Benz lifted the stakes when it decided to bring the long wheelbase variant of the E-Class to India. With came a level of space, comfort and luxury that was only reserved for flagship limos in the country. The E-Class also sports a very elegant look with soft rounded edges and curves. The interiors are a delightful old school take on luxury and feels solidly built.