Passenger cars are a staple of modern life, and the 2024 model year is shaping up to be an exciting time for car enthusiasts. With so many great options to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re looking for a performance car, a luxury sedan, or an electric vehicle, there’s sure to be a car out there that fits your needs.

Here’s a list of some of the best passenger cars to buy in 2024:

1. Acura Integra Type S: A performance car that can fry your synapses on a canyon run or a high-speed blast down an empty highway is a thrill, but what about one that can do that and elevate everyday driving into something special? The Integra Type S is a do-it-all machine that could serve as an enthusiast’s only car. It has a chassis that combines responsive handling with a livable ride and a spirited powertrain with commute-friendly fuel economy. Add a four-adult cabin and the versatility to carry a good bit of cargo, and you have a car that’s more for adults than boy racers.
2. Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing: This sports sedan is one of the best driver’s cars on the market today, right up there with its sibling, the CT5-V Blackwing. It looks good, it sounds good, and it’s something we’d have no trouble living with. It starts with the 472-hp twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V-6, which in its loudest setting emits all manner of pops and burbles, meaning we have no choice but to run the bent-six to redline over and over.
3. Maserati GranTurismo: The GranTurismo has returned after a few years’ hiatus — and it’s back in a big way. Three models are on offer for the 2024 model year, including two gas-powered options (the Modena and the Trofeo) and a fully-electric model, dubbed the Folgore. All three use the same platform and shell, which subtly modernizes the previous GranTurismo for arguably the best-looking new car of 2024. But the design tweaks are functional too. Visibility is excellent, the drag coefficient is down, and a slightly puffed-out roof creates enough room for adults in the car’s back seats.
4. Lucid Air Sapphire: The luxury five-seater’s three motors put out a total of 1,234 horsepower, which launches the Sapphire from zero to 60 in a record-breaking 1.89 seconds, and zero to 100 in 3.84. It’s an organ-shifting feeling that’s all the more surreal when sitting in massage seats. The Sapphire also gets a significant handling upgrade thanks to bang-on torque vectoring, revised suspension, and sharper steering. But the Sapphire’s ludicrous performance isn’t its only strong suit. You also get an EPA-estimated range of 427 miles, which is considerably less than the Lucid Air Grand Touring’s industry-leading 516 miles, but considerably more than the competition.
5. Volkswagen ID Buzz: The ID Buzz is a modern interpretation of the classic VW Microbus. It’s a fully electric vehicle that’s designed to be both practical and fun to drive. The ID Buzz has a range of up to 300 miles on a single charge, and it can be charged up to 80% in just 30 minutes. It also has a spacious and comfortable interior, with plenty of room for passengers and cargo.

These are just a few of the best passenger cars to buy in 2024. Whether you’re looking for something practical, luxurious, or sporty, there’s sure to be a car out there that fits your needs. You can always add your own flourishes to whichever vehicle you choose with custom tires or paint jobs.

With so many great options to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re looking for a performance car, a luxury sedan, or an electric vehicle, there’s sure to be a car out there that fits your needs. So go ahead, do some research, then take a test drive, and find the car that’s right for you!