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Mid-Size Cars
- MSRP: $35,105 - $43,385
- Invoice: $32,273 - $39,866
- Avg. Paid: $34,491 - $42,481
- MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy
Acura TL
#8 in Upscale Midsize Cars
For those who can get past its polarizing exterior style, the Acura TL is a well-rounded entry-level luxury sedan. In base trim, it’s a comfortable commuter and family car with predictable front-wheel-drive handling. In ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 9.0 |
| Exterior: | 6.1 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- 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: $21,825 - $26,605
- Invoice: $20,734 - $25,275
- Avg. Paid: $21,824 - $26,403
- MPG: 22 City / 30 Hwy
Chevrolet Malibu
#4 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Chevy Malibu has enjoyed a ranking near the top of the midsize car class since a 2008 redesign. With a distinctive, two-tone cabin more stylish than the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry, a ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $25,555 - $25,555
- Invoice: $24,149 - $24,149
- Avg. Paid: $25,222 - $25,222
- MPG: 26 City / 34 Hwy
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Not Yet Ranked
The Chevy Malibu is one of the best midsize sedans available in America today. Now, residents in 11 states are offered what sounds too good to be true -- a hybrid-powered version of the ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- 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: $20,230 - $21,730
- Invoice: $19,524 - $20,889
- Avg. Paid: $19,786 - $21,180
- MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy
Dodge Avenger
#24 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The aging Dodge Avenger has always sat at the back of a very large, very competitive group of midsize family cars. It comes into 2010 unchanged, and apart from value pricing, the automotive press ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.5 |
| Performance: | 6.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- 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: $27,625 - $27,625
- Invoice: $25,313 - $25,313
- Avg. Paid: $27,387 - $27,387
- MPG: 41 City / 36 Hwy
Ford Fusion Hybrid
#2 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid has taken the automotive press by surprise. Many reviewers are calling it the best hybrid sedan yet. It holds its own against the Toyota Prius, and in some ways, ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.2 |
| Performance: | 9.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.9 |
| Interior: | 8.9 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- 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 |
Honda FCX Clarity
Not Yet Ranked
Honda says its FCX Clarity is the first fuel-cell powered vehicle to be offered to the general public in the United States
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- 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: $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: $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 |
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 |
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