Content overview: “1997 30K Luxury Cars Compared: Acura, Cadillac, Lexus, Volvo & More in Photos | Nova Globa”. A 1997 comparison test put nine premium sedans head-to-head, and this photo gallery captures each model inside and out. The lineup included the Acura 3.2TL, Cadillac Catera, Ford Taurus SHO, Infiniti I30, Lexus ES300, Mazda Millenia, Mitsubishi Diamante, Saab 900SE, and Volvo 850GLT. With a $30,000 price point, these cars defined the near-luxury segment of the late 1990s, blending comfort, technology, and performance. The photos show the design details that set them apart, from the Catera's European-inspired cabin to the Taurus SHO's sporty touches.
For buyers then, the choice came down to reliability, badge appeal, and driving feel. Today, these images offer a nostalgic look at an era when sedans ruled the market. See the full gallery to compare every angle of these 1997 contenders. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.