COSTA MESA, Calif. -

Six new models — mostly luxury units from foreign brands — comprised the list of vehicles shared in NADAguides.com’s 2011 First Quarter Car Buyers Market Report.

Analysts selected six models from Lexus, Acura, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai and Audi — models they believe stand-out from the crowd. The specific vehicles are:

—2011 Lexus LX 570.

—2011 Acura TL.

—2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC SUV.

— 2011 Hyundai Genesis.

—2011 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus.

—2011 Audi A5 2.0T Premium.

NADAguides.com explained its Car Buyers Market Report is intended to spotlight new vehicles “that have more to offer than a rock bottom price.” These units boast low first-year ownership depreciation value of 21 percent or less, a warranty that stretches for 50,000 miles or higher, appealing features such as road-side assistance programs and financing incentives as well as noteworthy day-supply product availability.   

“Our market analyst team comb through thousands of data points to determine the NADAguides’ Top Recommended Current Buys for our Car Buyers Market Report,” stated Troy Snyder, director of product development at NADAguides.com

“NADAguides recommends these six vehicles as they are currently a smart buy for new car shoppers — offering low depreciation, extreme value-added options, great features and the industry’s best roadside service programs,” Snyder added.

NADAguides.com offer more commentary about each vehicle chose.

2011 Lexus LX 570

“The 2011 Lexus LX 570 made the list based on the model’s low first-year depreciation rate — one of the lowest depreciation rates in the industry — great customer financing incentives currently available, and its abundance of safety and comfort features,” the site highlighted. “Lexus is currently offering 4 percent financing for 60 months on the 2011 LX 570, and with a four-year, 50,000 mile warranty and currently a 43-day supply of product on the market now is a great time to buy. Some of the features packed into this vehicle include the Lexus Enform with Safety Connect roadside assistance program, voice-activated HDD navigation system and extensive safety and security features found only in a Lexus. MRSP for the 2011 Lexus LX 570 starts at $78,555.” 

2011 Acura TL

“NADAguides’ analysts selected the 2011 Acura TL based on the vehicle’s highest ratings on IIHS Crash Safety Test, best in class fuel economy, great consumer incentives and a 50,000-mile, four-year basic warranty,” the site explained. “Acura’s Total Luxury Care roadside assistance program offers consumers security and value, while the standard TL audio system, incomparable to the competition, makes cruising in the TL exciting. With financing at 0.9 percent for 36 to 90 months and currently a 79-day supply of inventory, now is a perfect time to get a great deal on a 2011 Acura TL. MSRP for the 2011 Acura TL starts at $35,305.”

2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC SUV

“The 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC is a clean diesel vehicle offering the Mercedes-Benz mbrace roadside assistance program as well as a long list of luxury accommodations including COMAND Cockpit Management and Data system and PARTRONIK,” the site pointed out. “With a 50,000-mile, four-year warranty and currently a 46-day supply of inventory on the market, NADAguides’ analysts suggest now is a great time to buy this vehicle. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec starts with an MSRP of $60,950 with finance offerings of 4.24 percent on 36 months, 4.24 percent on 48 month and 60 months and 4.99 percent financing on 72 months.”

2011 Hyundai Genesis

“With financing as low as 0.9 percent, the award winning 2011 Hyundai Genesis makes the list based on great incentives and category leading features,” site officials declared. “A NHTSA 5-Star safety rating and a Top Safety Pick award from the IIHS make the Hyundai Genesis a leader in safety and in its field. A 60,000-mile, five-year warranty, Hyundai Blue Link roadside assistance and a long list of features make this vehicle, available at a fraction of the competitor’s cost, a great buy — a 56 day supply of inventory will help consumers get an even better deal.  Hyundai is offering 0.9 percent financing on 3 months, 1.9 percent on 48 months, 2.9 percent on 60 months and 3.9 percent on 72 months. MSRP for the 2011 Hyundai Genesis starts at $33,000.”

2011 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus

“Ranked as the top luxury crossover/SUV in the Strategic Vision 2010 Total Quality Index, the 2011 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus offers financing as low as 1.9 percent on 36 months, tons of features and Audi’s Roadside Assistance coverage program,” NADAguides.com mentioned.  “Features include Audi music interface with iPod cable and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, heated, 12-way power front seats with driver memory, and many more. NADAguides’ analysts recommend you hurry to the dealership as there is limited availability with currently only a 28-day supply. MSRP for the 2011 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus starts at $35,200.” 

2011 Audi A5 2.0T Premium

“Also ranked in the Strategic Vision 2010 Total Quality Index as a premium coupe, the award-winning 2011 Audi A5 2.0T Premium makes the list based on the vehicles feature packed interior, great customer incentives and Audi’s Roadside Assistance program,” the site noted. “Audi concert radio with 10 speakers and SIRIUS® Satellite Radio combined with a long list of features make cruising in this coupe comfortable and fun. Financing for the 2011 Audi A5 2.0T Premium starts at 1.9 percent for 36 months, 2.4 percent for 48 months, 2.9 percent for 60 months and 5.14 percent for 72 months with a starting MSRP of $36,900. With a current 20-day supply of the 2011 Audi A5 2.0T Premium, availability will be limited.”