What are the Best German Cars to Buy Used in Indianapolis?

German autos have many advantages over their counterparts on the Indiana secondary market. Even after years of operation, they are distinguished by an impressive margin of safety and timeless design.

At Indy Auto Man, Indianapolis, you will find a rich assortment of used cars from German brands. Check whether we have the model you are looking for – new arrivals each week!

Germany is one of the world’s leading car manufacturers. It was this country that became the birthplace of the automotive industry. Today it ranks first in Europe in the number of vehicles produced. It holds fourth place in the world after China, Japan, and the United States.

Throughout history, there have been many car companies in Germany. We will focus on those automakers whose products you can buy at the dealerships in Indianapolis:

• Volkswagen;
• Audi;
• BMW;
• Mercedes;
• Porsche.

You can, of course, remember the following names:

• Maybach – produced exclusive cars, the company was abolished due to falling sales;
• Trabant, Wartburg, and IFA are GDR car brands that have ceased to exist, but the models can still be found on the streets of provincial cities.

German cars occupy top positions in the reliability, comfort, and safety ratings. But even among them, you need to compare models and their characteristics to buy the one that will suit your needs. Here is our rating of the best vehicles from German brands.

• Volkswagen Golf – the most balanced German car, which combines decent dynamics with low fuel consumption, a spacious interior with maneuverability, and excellent handling with energy-intensive suspension.
• BMW 3-series – powerful economical engines, premium trim, modern multimedia system;
• Mercedes-Benz C-Classe – high level of safety, roomy interior, and excellent handling;
• Audi A4 – engine balanced in terms of power and cost of maintenance, beautiful minimalist interior trim;
• Porsche Cayenne – lineup of powerful engines, rich equipment, and luxury interior design.

Three versions deserve your attention: the Golf with a 2-liter diesel engine and mild hybrids with 1.0-liter and 1.5-liter gasoline engines. All models endow the compact car with impressive dynamics while showing up to 36 MPG in the combined cycle. Another reason to include the Golf in the top German cars is the refined handling. Golf can compete with higher-class models . In addition, its cabin has enough space for five tall adults, and behind the seats, there is a lot of space for luggage.

Of course, there are some drawbacks – the multimedia system is slow, and you have to search for its buttons by touch. Interior trim is quite simple for the price of a car.

Two hybrid versions of the BMW 3-series can take the top lines of the German cars ranking – one with a 2-liter diesel engine and a rechargeable one with a gasoline turbo engine of the same volume. The dynamics of the first option are enough to keep the first places at traffic lights. The second modification can stand in line with sports cars. If you plan to plug it into a power outlet and drive no more than 60 miles a day, the average fuel consumption will be 1.5-2 l / 60 miles, and pure electric mileage will be 30 miles. The interior of the 3-Series uses premium materials, the multimedia system pleases with quick responses and remote control support, and it is very spacious in the front of the cabin.

Of the minuses – a cramped rear row of seats, a small trunk, and a suspension that is too stiff for a family car.

The Audi A4 with a 2-liter turbo engine with a capacity of 190 hp is the next model in our rating of top German cars for US drivers. This modification offers the optimal ratio of dynamics, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs. Its robotic gearbox is less likely to require repairs compared to older versions. The interior design deserves the highest marks – minimalism with sporty notes and ergonomics worked out to the smallest detail. Suspension settings are among the best in their class. The car remains stable during high-speed maneuvering and does not annoy with unnecessary shaking.

The main sources of complaints about the A4 model are the complex menu of the multimedia system and a small trunk.

Mercedes is a German brand well known for the diversity of its lineup. Mercedes C-Class Coupe gets our highest marks for the 1.6-liter engine with 150 hp. The most modest engine in the line demonstrates powerful traction on the highway. The digital dashboard with automatic brightness control is very informative – it provides all the necessary information without distracting from driving. The list of advantages is extensive:

• smooth gear changes
• comfortable sits,
• soft ride, and rich equipment.

There are only 2 minuses – the high price and cost of servicing a premium car.

Mid-size all-wheel drive luxury crossover from the legendary German brand, with a history of 90+ years. The Porsche Cayenne is the first model in the SUV segment, released by Porsche in 2002. The Porsche Cayenne is currently the second most popular model in the Porsche product line, behind the Macan compact crossover. Even in the most modest version, the Cayenne has 4.5 liters and 340 hp. But there are also turbo versions of the Cayenne GTS, Turbo, and Turbo S, which have power from 450 to 521 hp.

German specialists from Porsche managed to create the fastest and most harmonious car. With a good, sharp steering wheel, tenacious suspension, and high smoothness. In motion, of course, the Porsche Cayenne resembles the VW Touareg: after all, one platform and almost the same suspension. The interior differs in the highest quality of manual assembly.

Due to their unrivaled performance, Cayenne owners often turn out to be aggressive riders, so used Cayennes may have problems with cooling system pipes, ignition coils, shock absorbers, gasoline filters, and pumps.

Whether you are looking for a reliable Volkswagen Golf, a sports-looking Mercedes C-Class, or a powerful Porsche Cayenne, you will find it among dozens of used German cars for sale in the Indy Auto Man car lot. Schedule your test drive today, compare your favorite model with American or Korean competitors and buy your best used car for the years to come.