[GTIanZ28]

IMHO I just bought an "entry level" luxury sports coupe. The 2LT/2SS has a very nice interior with more features stock than a lot of loaded luxury cars. I know you aren't asking about the 2016 but, you should check one out.

And, as far your car choice goes. DRIVE WHATEVER THE HELL YOU WANT and can afford. I see a lot of people who are "fake rich" driving around in their poverty spec Merc/Audi/BMW acting all pretentious and self important. There are a lot of truly rich people who drive around a 20 year old Toyota Corolla - they don't seem to care about the image they portray.

Bottom line for me is having a car that is engaging and that I can enjoy driving. I tried to be a little more economical with my last car and really didn't like it.

For some people a vehicle is nothing more than an appliance.
For others it is a status symbol.
Then there's us....sports car guys. We want a car that is fast and fun.

Buy the car that you want. Not what your friends think you should be driving.