9 Entr梦寐以求的汽车epreneursThe coolest wheels for business and pleasure.
Whether you're a bootstrapper looking for amazing value or are an innovator looking to make a statement (hello, Tesla!) we hit the roads to bring you a group of great cars that fulfill a wide array of entrepreneurial needs.
In the market for new wheels? Good timing. Car sales in October are expected to have dropped 7 percent, and according toNick CareyatReuters, automakers are hiking incentives to attract more buyers. Time to rev up your next visit to the dealership.
BMW M2
MSRP:From $51,700
Special features:Goes from zero to 60 in four seconds flat, made to devour twisty roads, just the right size for you, a colleague and a couple suitcases
Our test driver says:"It channels the DNA of the original M3 from the "80s -- you won't find more fun for the size anywhere."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Small size for zipping around cities and squeezing into parking lots in an unbelievably fun, relatively practical package
Infiniti QX30
MSRP:From $29,950
Special features:Sporty handling, copious driver-assistance features for when your mind wanders, space-age looks ensure you arrive in style
Our test driver says:"Compact crossover SUVs are one of the most crowded automotive segments and the QX30 still stands out."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Road warrior? You won't mind driving all day thanks to its modern tech and premium comfort.
Tesla Model X
MSRP:From $74,000
Special features:Fully electric engine with mind-boggling 532 horsepower, 250-mile range, room for seven of your luckiest co-workers.
Our test driver says:"Driving a Tesla shows you're a visionary. The Model X's gullwing doors show you're a boss."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:You see the future and you're ready to get there非常quickly.
Lincoln Continental
MSRP:From $44,560
Special features:Smooth ride, cocoon-like interior chock-full of the latest tech, supporting an iconic American brand
Our test driver says:"Matthew McConaughey is on to something -- Lincoln is coming back in a big way, and the luxurious Continental is proof."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Plenty of luggage space for frequent fliers, legendary comfort, reliability and safety for frequent drivers
Bentley Continental GT V8 S
MSRP:From $210,700
Special features:一块滚动的艺术,一个连续的twin-turbo V8ces 521 horsepower, a leather-filled cabin that might be the most luxurious place on Earth
Our test driver says:"This sexy beast is what you want to pull up in if you want to be seen as a master of the universe."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Instant CEO status
Cadillac XT5
MSRP:从38995美元
Special features:Plenty of room for four -- or fold down rear seats if you're schlepping materials, striking exterior design, Cadillac's CUE system (Connected User Interface) allows work on the go
Our test driver says:"Loved the interior and tech features like the rear camera connected directly to the rearview mirror. High-tech but totally user-friendly."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Stay connected in a luxurious environment that's more affordable than you'd think.
Genesis G90
MSRP:From $68,100
Special features:Insane level of luxury for the price, almost all options come standard, shows you're not willing to overpay for a fancy nameplate
Our test driver says:"They dropped Hyundai from the name hoping to launch a new luxury brand and dropped the mic with a fantastic product."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Demonstrates that value is what you value.
Lexus LX
MSRP:From $89,380
Special features:Room for your eight-person team, whisper-quiet interior helps you concentrate on work, elegant-but-aggressive design helps you rule the parking lot
Our test driver says:"It's roomy and luxurious, but it looks like a badass truck. You feel tough driving this thing, and oh yes, it can move."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Plenty of cargo space for hauling around goods and/or teammates in style.
McLaren 570GT
MSRP:From $201,450
Special features:Over-the-top supercar looks (complete with butterfly doors), jaw-dropping performance (zero to 60 in 2.9 seconds), side-opening glass cargo hatch provides additional cargo space
Our test driver says:"It's the ultimate long-distance, day-to-day ride. The 570GT marries supercar performance with drive-it-everyday practicality."
Why it's great for an entrepreneur:Never be late for a meeting again … and make the ultimate impression.
