The best luxury car for winter driving in 2026 is the Range Rover Sport, which pairs all-wheel drive and serious ground clearance with a price from about $91,000.
We ranked nine luxury cars with all-wheel drive for snow and ice, then by capability, price and how current each model is. Lincoln MKC and Jaguar XJ have left the line-up, so they are replaced.
| Rank | Model | Starting price (US, reported) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Range Rover Sport | Dynamic SE from about $91,000 before destination |
| 2 | Mercedes-AMG G 63 and G 550 | G 550 $153,900, AMG G 63 $198,750 |
| 3 | BMW X5 | xDrive40i about $70,000, xDrive50e about $76,000 |
| 4 | Audi A6 allroad quattro | From $73,100 |
| 5 | Porsche 911 Carrera 4S | Coupe from about $164,500 |
| 6 | Lamborghini Urus SE | Roughly $246,000 to $277,000 |
| 7 | Ferrari Purosangue | Roughly $420,000 |
| 8 | Bentley Continental GT Speed | Reported from about $380,000 |
| 9 | Lexus IS 350 AWD | From $49,545 |
1. Range Rover Sport
The Range Rover Sport is our pick because it is the car here best suited to deep snow. Land Rover sells the Dynamic SE from around $90,800 before an $1,850 destination charge, with a P460e plug-in hybrid option rated at roughly 454 combined horsepower and about 51 miles of electric range.
The P550e plug-in hybrid sits on the Autobiography trim, which starts at about $118,700. Prices shift with options; confirm with a dealer.
Off-road capability and luxury in one package, at a price well below the supercar SUVs.
2. Mercedes-AMG G 63 and G 550
The G-Class remains the classic winter luxury vehicle. Mercedes lists the G 550 at $153,900 with 443 hp, and the AMG G 63 at $198,750 with a 577 hp biturbo V8 with hybrid assist and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. The G 550 has three sequentially lockable differentials.
The six-wheel G 63 6×6 on our old list is no longer a current model. The standard G 63 is the one to buy now.
Lockable differentials and a rugged build, at a high price.
3. BMW X5
The BMW X5 comes in the 375 hp xDrive40i with a 3.0-litre turbo inline-six, and in the xDrive50e plug-in hybrid with a combined 483 hp. Both use xDrive all-wheel drive.
Reported US starting prices before destination are about $70,000 for the 40i and about $76,000 for the 50e, with a $1,450 destination fee, though sources disagree by a few thousand dollars. This is the sensible default for a luxury winter family car.
XDrive on every trim and the most accessible price among the SUVs.
4. Audi A6 allroad quattro
The A6 allroad is a wagon with quattro all-wheel drive and a raised suspension. Audi lists it from $73,100 for the Premium Plus trim, with the Prestige trim starting at $79,200 according to listings.
Choose it if you want a low, quiet car and refuse an SUV. It replaces the A3 Sedan on our old list.
Quattro in a wagon body, priced below the SUVs.
5. Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
The 2026 Carrera 4S has a 3.0-litre twin-turbo flat-six making 473 hp and 390 lb-ft, with standard all-wheel drive and an eight-speed PDK. The T-Hybrid system is used on the GTS and Turbo S, not on the 4S.
The coupe starts at about $164,500 according to one major listing, though early estimates and dealer pages range from about $156,000 to $160,000. Fit proper winter tires and it is a legitimate all-season sports car.
A sports car with standard AWD, though lower to the ground than anything above it.
6. Lamborghini Urus SE
The Urus SE is a plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive. Base prices in listings range from about $246,000 to $277,000, and options can push a car above $300,000.
It replaces the Ferrari FF on our old list as the extreme-performance winter choice for people who want a Lamborghini badge.
Hybrid power and AWD, with performance well beyond the cars above.
7. Ferrari Purosangue
The Purosangue is Ferrari’s four-door, four-seat SUV with a naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 producing 715 hp, sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Listed prices run from about $398,000 to $433,000.
The old Ferrari FF, produced from 2011 to 2016, was replaced by the GTC4Lusso, which ended in 2020. The Purosangue is the current four-wheel-drive Ferrari.
The most exclusive winter car here and the most expensive.
8. Bentley Continental GT Speed
The 2026 Continental GT is now a plug-in hybrid with a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 and all-wheel drive. Listed prices for the Speed vary widely, from about $382,695 to over $450,000.
This is the grand tourer in the group. Choose it for comfort and a long winter drive, not for deep snow.
Grand-touring comfort with AWD underneath.
9. Lexus IS 350 AWD
The Lexus IS 350 AWD is the entry point to luxury winter driving here. The 2027 model year has a 3.5-litre V6 with 311 hp and a 0-60 mph time of 6.0 seconds with AWD, starting at $49,545 for the F Sport Design AWD.
As a compact sport sedan, it suits drivers who want something conventional.
The lowest price and the most conventional shape on the list.
FAQ
What is the best luxury car for winter driving?
The Range Rover Sport, because it pairs all-wheel drive with high ground clearance. The Mercedes G-Class is the other leading choice.
Do I need winter tires on an all-wheel-drive luxury car?
Yes. AWD helps you accelerate, but winter tires are what help you stop and turn on ice.
Which luxury sports car works in winter?
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, which has standard all-wheel drive and a 473 hp twin-turbo flat-six.
What replaced the Lincoln MKC and Jaguar XJ?
Lincoln replaced the MKC with the Corsair for the 2020 model year, and the Jaguar XJ ended production in 2019.
What is the cheapest luxury car on this list?
The Lexus IS 350 AWD, starting at $49,545 for the F Sport Design AWD in the 2027 model year.
Is there a Ferrari for winter?
Yes. The Purosangue has four-wheel drive and a 715 hp V12. The older FF was produced from 2011 to 2016.
How we put this list together
We ranked these cars by drivetrain, ground clearance, price and how current each model is. Prices are reported US starting prices as of October 2026, can differ by trim and destination fees, and should be confirmed with a dealer.
Last updated: October 2026.
