Mid-Size Cars $30,000 - $50,000
- MSRP: $31,450 - $33,550
- Invoice: $29,249 - $31,201
- Avg. Paid: $30,901 - $32,989
- MPG: 23 City / 30 Hwy
Audi A4
#5 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Redesigned just last year, the Audi A4 is a viable alternative to the BMW 3-Series. Buyers looking for a sporty entry-level luxury sedan should test drive an all-wheel-drive A4 before making their decision.
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $32,850 - $50,700
- Invoice: $30,220 - $46,645
- Avg. Paid: $33,488 - $51,169
- MPG: 18 (2009) City / 28 (2009) Hwy
BMW 3-Series
#2 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Many in the automotive press consider the BMW 3-Series the best sport sedan built today. If you're interested in an entry-level luxury sedan that will serve as a family car day-to-day, and a corner-hugging ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 9.3 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $27,085 - $33,015
- Invoice: $26,002 - $31,694
- Avg. Paid: $27,521 - $33,317
- MPG: 18 (est) City / 27 (est) Hwy
Buick LaCrosse
#8 in Affordable Midsize Cars
When the 2010 Buick LaCrosse first appeared, the automotive press collectively gasped, "That thing's a Buick?!" With a Lexus-like interior, and elegant exterior and better road manners than anything the brand has put out ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.5 |
| Exterior: | 9.3 |
| Interior: | 9.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $36,730 - $51,820
- Invoice: $34,710 - $48,970
- Avg. Paid: $35,340 - $49,529
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
Cadillac CTS
#5 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Cadillac CTS is widely considered to be one of the best cars GM has built in years. Competitive with the best entry-level luxury cars in the world, it's fun to drive and stylish ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $22,115 - $34,705
- Invoice: $21,240 - $33,087
- Avg. Paid: $21,321 - $34,417
- MPG: 21 City / 21 Hwy
Chrysler Sebring
#22 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Chrysler Sebring has languished near the bottom of the midsize car class for years. With parent company Chrysler cutting costs in recent years, it hasn't received significant improvements this year. Most cars in ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $21,055 - $31,305
- Invoice: $19,101 - $28,363
- Avg. Paid: $20,569 - $30,580
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
Honda Accord
#7 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Honda Accord has been an excellent choice for most family sedan buyers for more than a generation. The 2010 Accord does nothing to change that, with a roomy interior, performance that's just a ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.8 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $33,250 - $38,700
- Invoice: $30,727 - $35,747
- Avg. Paid: $31,665 - $36,418
- MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy
Infiniti G37
#2 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The 2009 Infiniti G37 has pulled alongside the traditional favorite in the Upscale Midsize Car class - the BMW 3-Series. Available as a coupe, sedan or hardtop convertible, G37 is one of the most spirited performers in a class ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 9.0 |
| Exterior: | 9.2 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 8.5 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $34,120 - $34,120
- Invoice: $30,594 - $30,594
- MPG: 19 City / 27 Hwy
Lexus ES
#2 in Upscale Midsize Cars
If you’re looking for comfort, smoothness and isolation from the road in an upscale midsize car, the 2010 Lexus ES may be the best choice the automotive world has to offer. Rock-solid Lexus reliability ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 9.0 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $34,200 - $36,970
- Invoice: $31,122 - $33,642
- Avg. Paid: $34,130 - $36,796
- MPG: 35 (Est) City / 34 (Est) Hwy
Lexus HS
#15 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, claims that 60 percent of shoppers who ultimately buy a Prius would be willing to consider a luxury car, if a hybrid-only option were offered to them. Here ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $38,940 - $44,390
- Invoice: $35,045 - $39,949
- Avg. Paid: $39,048 - $44,571
- MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy
Lexus IS
#10 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Lexus produces two midsize luxury cars - the comfort-oriented ES, and this, the more performance-oriented IS. Available as a sedan and a convertible, it's intended to do battle with sport sedans like the BMW ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Safety: | 8.4 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $34,115 - $36,005
- Invoice: $31,423 - $33,124
- Avg. Paid: $33,325 - $35,219
- MPG: 18 (Est) City / 27 (Est) Hwy
Lincoln MKZ
#16 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Refreshed for 2010, the Lincoln MKZ is a solid choice for those looking for a spacious, comfort-oriented entry-level luxury sedan. However, it can’t match the athletic driving dynamics of some competitors.
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $33,600 - $39,750
- Invoice: $31,248 - $36,968
- Avg. Paid: $31,727 - $37,323
- MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
#5 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class competes with the world's best entry-level luxury sedans in every category, but doesn't clearly win any of them. An optional Dynamic Handling Package, new for 2010, may bring it more in line ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 9.2 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $30,460 - $33,180
- Invoice: $27,903 - $30,389
- Avg. Paid: $29,206 - $31,727
- MPG: 19 (Est) City / 26 (Est) Hwy
Nissan Maxima
#12 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The 2010 Nissan Maxima is a car searching for an identity. Nissan calls it a "four-door sports car," but most in the automotive press say it's more like a family car with just a ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $20,490 - $32,300
- Invoice: $19,363 - $30,524
- Avg. Paid: $20,621 - $31,203
- MPG: 22 City / 33 Hwy
Pontiac G6
#22 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Pontiac brand is due to disappear from American roads this year, and the 2009 Pontiac G6 with it. The automotive press was neither impressed nor offended with the G6. Underpowered, with a substandard interior, ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.1 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 8.2 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $40,405 - $42,000
- Invoice: $38,183 - $39,690
- Avg. Paid: $37,307 - $38,765
- MPG: 17 City / 27 Hwy
Saab 9-5
#13 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Saab 9-5 offers sporty handling and great safety scores, but otherwise trails the competition in overall refinement and value. The car is aging and will soon be replaced. The 9-5 was last redesigned in ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $27,550 - $40,115
- Invoice: $25,669 - $37,565
- Avg. Paid: $26,446 - $38,272
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
Volkswagen CC
#14 in Upscale Midsize Cars
Volkswagen calls the CC a "four-door coupe," designed for those who need some of the practicality of a family sedan, but want something more exciting. Reviewers agree that it is a sharp-looking car inside ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | 8.7 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $31,990 - $35,490
- Invoice: $29,781 - $33,100
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
Volkswagen Eos
#9 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Volkswagen Eos is both a fun convertible and a practical daily driver for those who don't have to haul much in the way of cargo or passengers. Featuring the only retractable hardtop with ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $39,800 - $39,800
- Invoice: $37,412 - $37,412
- Avg. Paid: $34,853 - $34,853
- MPG: 18 City / 27 Hwy
Volvo C70
#10 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Volvo C70 is an aging but attractive hardtop convertible with outstanding safety scores. It faces a number of newer competitors that offer more driving excitement. But the Volvo features an elegant cabin, and an ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $32,800 - $36,400
- Invoice: $30,832 - $34,216
- Avg. Paid: $29,792 - $33,241
- MPG: 19 City / 28 Hwy
Volvo S60
#17 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The Volvo S60 has been discontinued, but some dealerships still have unsold models on their lots. They are not a bad choice for buyers who want safety above all else, but the rest of the upscale midsize class ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |