Okay, how do you define 'luxury cars'?

Certainly they are vehicles that deliver the most in the way of comfort, drivability and convenience.

But buyers of luxury cars will want more. Much more.

Today's well-financed automobile connoisseurs want the prestige factor, but again that's not all.

Great engineering. It's an absolute must for both driving pleasure and the on-road safety you'd expect with a luxury automobile.

Plushness. Assets like leather seating and polished wood trim are on many a prestige car shopping list.

Technology. Today we want all the toys and tools we can get our hands on. It only starts with state of the art sound system and GPS navigation. The luxury vehicle will have a dazzling list of top-shelf extras which may even include a refrigerator.

Incidentally leasing is often a savvy alternative to purchasing the luxury car of your dreams.