Luxury cars are better than ever -- stylish, powerful, and loaded with features -- but not all of them are expensive. Some of the best luxury vehicles of 2020 are surprisingly cheap while also offering the performance and comfort that drivers have come to expect. Here, we'll review some of the cheapest luxury cars of the new model year. Several of these SUVs are already popular among auto buyers, while others might catch people by surprise. Too many buyers assume luxury cars are out of their budgets. With prices like these, that perception may soon change.

Let's start with the Volvo XC40, a subcompact SUV with a base MSRP of just $33,700. A perfect safety score and roomy seating make the XC40 attractive to families. However, the XC40 isn't the average family car. Reviewers have compared its performance and features to the BMW X2 and Jaguar E-Pace and have not found it lacking in the slightest, despite being significantly less expensive. In fact, the XC40 is typically rated higher than the E-Pace in several criteria and comes in at more than $5,000 cheaper. Outside of the BMW X1, a buyer would be hard-pressed to find a better-reviewed vehicle in the same category. A turbocharged four-cylinder engine makes accelerating a joy in the XC40, and the handling and gas mileage round out an all-together enviable luxury SUV.

Then there is the Cadillac CT5, which is available at a price point of just $36,895. Made to rival the popular BMW 5-Series, the CT5 is certain to pave the way for a new generation of auto shoppers to become Cadillac drivers. The CT5 is available with two engines and three trim levels, with the base Luxury trim offering push-button start, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, and more. The base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine offers 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque and comes standard with rear-wheel drive. Buyers will also have the option of upgrading to a more powerful 3.0-liter turbocharged V6. If you've been waiting for an affordable Cadillac with many of the brand's best performance and comfort features, then the affordable Cadillac CT5 might be the vehicle you've been waiting for.

Next is the new Acura TLX, a midsize luxury sedan with a starting price of just $33,000. The interior is a bit smaller than those of more expensive sedans, but what it lacks in space it makes up for in comfort and convenience features. Standard kit for the new TLX includes a 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, a seven-speaker audio system, music app compatibility, and a built-in infotainment system. Its base engine produces just 206 horsepower, but the TLX gets decent gas mileage with up to 33 MPG on the highway.

A surprise on this list, the Kia Stinger is one incredible luxury car for any make, let alone Kia. The Stinger comes in around $33,090 and lacks none of the sleek design or performance of the bigger names in the category. The Stinger's turbocharged engines give it between 255-365 horsepower depending on different options available to the buyer. Despite the punchy power of the car, testers have heralded it as a car with truly great balance and agility, making passing and taking turns feel effortless. A hatchback, the Stinger provides plenty of space for passengers and cargo.

The BMW 2 Series begins at just $35,300 and packs an astounding amount of value. For starters, it means something to drive a "Beamer." Long associated with class and performance, the BMW logo itself elicits envy. The 2 Series is upgradeable in a variety of ways and can go up to around $60,000, but less than $40,000 will still get a buyer plenty to be excited about. From the M230i up to the M2 Competition, the 2 Series ranges from reaching 60 miles per hour in 5.3 to 4.4 seconds. The M2 Competition has more than 400 horsepower, while the M230i is well up over 300. Another huge plus is that the 2 Series isn't just sporty, it's also solid in more practical ways. It has much more cargo space than the Audi 3 and got the highest safety rating for its class. Once again, for a cool and comfortable ride, the BMW 2 Series is almost unbeatable.