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The new little Lexus IS, which competes with the BMW 3 series, Audi A4 and Mercedes C-class, drives as well as its European-counterparts and looks just as classy. The new top-of-the-range Lexus LS limousine is surely equal to the Mercedes S class, BMW 7-series or Audi A8, while another Japanese luxury marque, Nissan's Infiniti, shortly to start selling in Europe, is no slouch when it comes to high class design. Cadillac will also be claiming bragging rights for its new cars which are also being seen in Europe in increasing numbers. Chrysler's eye-catching 300C and various Jeep SUVs are also competing vigorously in Europe.