5 Cars Perfect for a Traffic Jam

This is New Jersey, so odds are you have spent time recently in a traffic backup. For us, it's a daily occasion made worse by the fact that our car is old and tired (but we love you, Stella Blue III!). Imagine instead riding—or sitting, we guess—in a stylish, comfortable auto with all the amenity bells and whistles. A traffic jam can become less a nightmare than a welcome oasis from the hustle and bustle of the Garden State rat race.

So this week, 5 Cars presents luxury vehicles so comfy and cushy, you won't mind the expressway wait. Check out these worthy contenders available for sale in and near Essex and Union counties.

Listings and photos come from Cars.com, AOL Autos and the individual dealers and sellers.

1. 2014 Acura MDX 3.5L Technology Package - New - $49,460  
   
   This stunning SUV comes Crystal Black Pearl and offers a 6-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive and a 290-horsepower 3.5-liter direct fuel injected V6 engine with variable cylinder management  that won't do you much good when mired in rush-hour jams. But celebrate interior comforts like heated front seats, leather upholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control, satellite radio and a USB port, along with the AcuraLink system featuring Bluetooth wireless connectivity and audio streaming and "Aha" compatibility for smartphones. Ask for Stock# MA40224. Available at DCH Montclair Acura in Verona.
   
   
   
2. 2012 Infiniti M56 x - New - $70,025
   
   This shimmering sedan comes in Liquid Platinum and has all-wheel drive, a 7-speed automatic transmission and a 5.6-liter, 420 horsepower V8 engine with direct gasoline injection. But what will get you through the backup with a smile on your face? Amenities including climate-controlled leather front seats with 10-way power adjustment and power lumbar, Bose Premium audio and surround sound. Ask for Stock# 21670. Available at Douglas Infiniti in Summit.
   
   
   
3. 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d - New - $65,645
   
   BMW calls this ride a "sports activity vehicle," and that may be just what's called for when sitting in a traffic jam. The xDrive35d in Platinum Gray Metallic has four doors, all-wheel drive, a 6-speed automatic transmission and a 3.0 liter Twin Turbo diesel engine—plus dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, leather upholstery, HD and satellite radio and 12 gigabytes of dedicated media storage and DVD video capability. The "Are we there yet?" crowd will love that. Ask for Stock# B13-1442. Available at JMK BMW in Springfield.
   
   
   
4. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg VR6 Lux - New - $51,940 
   
   This Touareg sport utility vehicle in Toffee Brown offers a lot of space, which makes it particularly nice if you're stuck in it during a backup. It boasts four-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission, traction and stability control and a 3.6 liter V6 24V engine. You'll also surely enjoy its dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, heated front seats, and touch-screen navigation system. Ask for Stock# V601470. Available at Douglas Volkswagen in Summit.
   
   
   
5. 2013 Chrysler 300C Varvatos Collection - New - $52,820
   
   If you're trapped in a jam, no worries: You will look fab sitting in this stylish ride designed by the acclaimed menswear star John Varvatos. This special Chrysler sedan comes in Phantom Black Tri Coat Pearl and features rear-wheel drive, a 5-speed automatic transmission and a 5.7 liter Hemi V8 engine. As for creature comforts, luxuriate in leather seat upholstery. Enjoy the aesthetically pleasing leather leather and genuine wood center console trim and wood and metal-look dash trim. And turn your wait into a concert—enjoy the sound of satellite radio or your own CDs and mp3 files. Ask for Stock# DH727462. Available at Autoland in Springfield .