Mid-Size Cars $10,000 - $20,000
- MSRP: $19,620 - $28,030
- Invoice: $18,305 - $25,677
- Avg. Paid: $19,711 - $27,944
- MPG: 22 City / 31 Hwy
Ford Fusion
#3 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Ford Fusion is no longer just viable competition for the imports. It's now one of the best midsize family cars. Substantially improved for 2010, it now boasts one of the most upscale interiors ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.9 |
| Interior: | 8.8 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $19,800 - $23,100
- Invoice: $18,688 - $21,790
- Avg. Paid: $20,601 - $23,884
- MPG: 40 City / 43 Hwy
Honda Insight
#19 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Honda Insight is an all-new, hybrid-only sedan resembling the Toyota Prius, but starting from a lower price. The Insight's easy-to-drive nature and affordable price make it a worthy Prius-fighter, but a redesigned Prius has leaped ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.7 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 9.0 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $18,700 - $26,550
- Invoice: $17,922 - $24,809
- Avg. Paid: $18,634 - $26,221
- MPG: 21 (2009) City / 32 (2009) Hwy
Hyundai Sonata
#16 in Affordable Midsize Cars
Once a budget option, the Hyundai Sonata is now a legitimate competitor for the best midsize sedans. It is not notable for any one trait, but does most things well.
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Exterior: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $17,495 - $22,145
- Invoice: $16,510 - $20,600
- Avg. Paid: $17,443 - $21,934
- MPG: 22 (Est) City / 32 (Est) Hwy
Kia Optima
#17 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Kia Optima has been improved for the 2009 model year, with updated exterior styling, more power and improved fuel economy. Its low price and long warranty make it a solid choice for some ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.0 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $18,450 - $28,390
- Invoice: $17,507 - $26,219
- Avg. Paid: $17,811 - $27,250
- MPG: 20 City / 29 Hwy
Mazda Mazda6
#10 in Affordable Midsize Cars
Entirely redesigned last year, the Mazda6 is one of the sportiest and sexiest cars available in the midsize sedan segment. It gets expensive, however, once you start adding options.
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 9.2 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $19,900 - $29,380
- Invoice: $19,078 - $27,221
- Avg. Paid: $19,706 - $28,759
- MPG: 23 City / 32 Hwy
Nissan Altima
#11 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Nissan Altima is a easy to overlook in a segment filled with Accords, Camrys and Fusions, but it shouldn't be. The Altima isn't just a functional family sedan -- it's actually fun to ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $19,995 - $29,995
- Invoice: $18,926 - $28,061
- Avg. Paid: $19,152 - $28,305
- MPG: 19 City / 27 Hwy
Subaru Legacy
#11 in Affordable Midsize Cars
No longer just a quirky option with all-wheel drive, the redesigned Subaru Legacy now one of the most spacious cars in its class. It's a fun-to-drive sedan that makes a unique styling statement no ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $19,395 - $29,045
- Invoice: $17,938 - $26,138
- Avg. Paid: $18,856 - $27,945
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
Toyota Camry
#8 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Toyota Camry remains one of the best values in the automotive world. The 2009 edition won U.S. News' 2009 Best Car for the Money award in the midsize car class with its combination ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |