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Top Japanese Luxury Car Brands List

Japanese luxury car brands are known for their sleek curves and elegant designs. They offer a variety of models, from compact to super-sized, with a range of luxurious features that will appeal to any buyer. The most popular Japanese Luxury car manufacturers are –

  • Mitsubishi 
  • Toyota 
  • Acura 
  • Lexus 
  • Infiniti 
  • Mazda

In this blog post, we explore these Japanese luxury car brands and talk about what makes them popular among car enthusiasts. 

Photo by Prime Luxury Rentals on Flickr
Photo by Prime Luxury Rentals on Flickr

Mitsubishi 

Mitsubishi models offer a wide range of features and options that make them popular among luxury car enthusiasts. In particular, Mitsubishi is known for its unique interior and exterior design and high-end audio systems with rich sound quality.

The most popular luxury model from Mitsubishi is the Proudia. It was named after the ancient name of Japan and was manufactured with Japanese aesthetics in mind. It has a sleek body that is aerodynamic for better fuel efficiency, plus it features an incredible sound system as well as a luxurious interior design.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr.

Proudia has a price tag of $50,000 which is on the more affordable side for a luxury car. It can achieve up to 41 mpg on the highway, which is a great feature for anyone looking for an economical car. It can reach up to 120 mph, which is a great speed for anyone who likes sports cars. Its 4,498cc engine has the power to give you a speedy ride when needed.

Another luxury model offered by Mitsubishi is the Eclipse Cross. This model has a sleek and modern exterior, plus it comes with an advanced infotainment system that is capable of providing navigation as well as entertainment to passengers while on the go.

Mitsubishi Proudia

The Eclipse Cross has a 1499 cc engine with a turbocharger and also a CVT transmission. It has four-wheel drive capabilities, which is helpful for drivers who live in snowy regions.

Toyota

Photo by Cars Background HD Desktop on Flickr
Photo by Cars Background HD Desktop on Flickr

You will see a lot of Toyota models on this top Japanese luxury car brands list, but the crown jewel is the Toyota Century. This model has a great performance and offers features such as rear air conditioning vents to warm passengers’ feet during cold winter weather. 

It has a top speed of 120 km/h and mileage of up to 16mpg. The engine of Toyota Century has a displacement of 4767cc. It is fuel-efficient and has an excellent rating for emissions. It also includes an in-car refrigerator with cool water so that passengers can keep themselves hydrated while they are enjoying their journey.

Inside Toyota Century. Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr.
Inside Toyota Century. Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr.

Toyota also makes Land cruiser models, which are considered to be one of the most reliable luxury cars. The latest model of Land Cruiser is the LC200.

The LC 200 is powered by a 240-horsepower, VVTi Turbo-Diesel engine and offers features such as unibody construction to make the car stronger than other models of Land cruiser. The LC200 is for those who live an adventurous lifestyle and need a vehicle that can handle anything.

Toyota Alphard. Photo by Tiarnan on Flickr.
Toyota Alphard. Photo by Tiarnan on Flickr.

Toyota also offers the Toyota Alphard, which is a luxury model from their large family of minivans and MPVs. It has seating for up to seven passengers as well as a cargo room that can be increased by folding down seats or removing them completely.

Acura

Acura TLX. Photo by Eric Badis on Flickr.
Acura TLX. Photo by Eric Badis on Flickr.

Acura has been on the market for more than three decades and is known as a luxury car manufacturer. It offers a wide variety of models, such as MDX that has a V-shaped grille with LED accents on the headlights to make it look stunning at night. It also includes leather seats and a dual climate control system in order to provide an excellent experience.

Acura MDX features an engine of 280 horsepower and a torque of 270 pounds-feet. The fuel efficiency of the car also makes it worth the purchase, with an EPA rating of 22 mpg combined.

Acura NSX. Photo by 王 二 on Flickr.
Acura NSX. Photo by 王 二 on Flickr.

Acura TLX Type S is another incredible creation of Japanese automobile engineers. It features a twin-scroll turbocharger that is able to increase horsepower by 30% and has a top speed of 167 mph.

The Acura NSX also made the list as it was one of the most expensive cars in Japan when first introduced but still remains high on the list. It has a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive design with a front engine and has more than 550 horsepower. It features a luxury carbon fiber body and a titanium exhaust.

Acura MDX. Photo by Randy Stern on Flickr.
Acura MDX. Photo by Randy Stern on Flickr.

The NSX features tires that are closer to the ground in order to reduce drag and make it go faster on the race track or even through corners at high speeds. 

Lexus

Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr
Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr

Lexus is a very popular brand of luxury cars and though their models vary in price, they all offer a high level of comfort. 

The Lexus LS is one of the most affordable at $89k but it still offers some over-the-top luxuries that make this car worth its weight in gold. Features include a soft leather interior with wood accents and dual screens behind the steering wheel. With a powerful engine of 378 horsepower, this car is great for all-around driving.

Inside Lexus GX 470. Photo by Wholesale Inc. on Flickr.
Inside Lexus GX 470. Photo by Wholesale Inc. on Flickr.

The Lexus LX 350 is another affordable luxury vehicle, at about $50k but it still offers some cool features like a rearview camera and touchscreen infotainment system.

A great alternative to the LX 350 is the Lexus GX 460, which has a starting price of $51k. It offers luxuries like heated and cooled seats, power-folding third-row seating with reclining seatbacks for passengers as well as features that come in handy during bad weather like a host of safety systems to keep you safe while driving on the slick roads.

Lexus Lx 350

Another great model from Lexus is the Lexus ES. It has a starting price of about $36k and it offers a sweet exterior with some sleek lines, a luxurious interior like heated seats, and an easy-to-use infotainment system.

Infiniti 

Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr
Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr

Although not as popular as Lexus or Acura, Infiniti is a great luxury car brand. They offer some really cool features like blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning systems so you always know what’s around your vehicle.

The Q50 Red Sport is a really sleek and stylish car with a starting price of about $36k. It has great features like blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning systems, but the best thing is that it can be customized to your liking from performance to exterior design or interior luxury. It can reach up to 30mpg in the city. The engine sound is a bit loud but it’s not too bad.

Infiniti Q50. Photo by t-100 on Flickr.
Infiniti Q50. Photo by t-100 on Flickr.

Infiniti also produces other luxury models like the QX70, the Q60, and the M37. The QX70 has a starting price of about $70k and offers some really cool features like lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and great engine sound.

Inside Infiniti Q50. Photo by revistadelmotor on Flickr.
Inside Infiniti Q50. Photo by revistadelmotor on Flickr.

The Q60 also starts at around the same price but has different luxury features than the QX70 with things like 12 speakers instead of just eight or leather seats versus cloth seats. The M37 has similar features to the QX70 but also has a few luxury features like a push-button start and an in-car refrigerator. 

Mazda

Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr
Photo by Saud Al-Olayan on Flickr

Mazda is another top Japanese luxury car brand list that offers a great deal of variety in their model lineup. One of the most popular models they offer is the Mazda CX-90 and MX-70, both of which have powerful engines as well as all-around suspension systems for an enjoyable driving experience.

The key difference between these two is that the MX-70 has a six-cylinder engine versus eight cylinders like on the CX-90. Talking about the design, the CX-90 has a distinctive chrome grille and comes equipped with LED daytime running lights. Both cars are great for mountain driving, with high clearance and four-wheel drive capabilities.

Mazda CX-9 Interior

The CX-90 is a very popular model among those who seek a luxurious experience with plenty of power available. The MX-70 is designed to feel sporty and light, as well as provide the driver an elevated view of the road ahead for better visibility. The other top Mazda models are all about sporty performance with things like turbochargers and aerodynamic designs to improve fuel efficiency. 

Which Japanese Luxury Car Brand You Should Prefer

Photo by New World Auto Group on Flickr
Photo by New World Auto Group on Flickr

Everyone has different tastes. What looks lucrative to somebody may not be to you. If you like sporty and luxurious cars, then I recommend the models from Mazda and Lexus. But if you like aristocratic, elegant models, then the brands Mitsubishi and Toyota are great for you. Whatever brand you prefer to buy from, make sure the car is reliable, safe, fun to drive, and offers great value for the money.

Eli Civil

A software engineer, entrepreneur, and Japanese culture enthusiast. I travel the world while working from my laptop and try to visit Japan as often as I can. About Eli Civil

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