Mid-Size Cars
MSRP
- $10,000 - $20,000 (24)
- $20,000 - $30,000 (58)
- $30,000 - $50,000 (38)
- $50,000 - $100,000 (2)
Fuel Economy
- 15 MPG or Better (81)
- 20 MPG or Better (21)
- 30 MPG or Better (6)
- 40 MPG or Better (3)
- 45 MPG or Better (2)
- MSRP: $33,725 - $38,425
- Invoice: $31,008 - $35,318
- MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy
2008 Acura TL
#5 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The TL is a luxury sedan with a solid combination of comfort and safety on the road. Few cars that are similarly priced offer the same performance.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $33,625 - $38,325
- Invoice: $30,848 - $35,151
- MPG: 20 City / 28 Hwy
2007 Acura TL
The TL luxury sedan delivers one of the best combinations of comfort and safety on the road. And for the price, few cars can compete with its performance and luxurious fittings.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $32,700 - $48,800
- Invoice: $30,410 - $45,385
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
2009 Audi A4
What: A larger A4 that's been gutted to improve performance. When: Expected in the late summer or early fall of 2008. Price Range: Roughly the same as a 2008 A4, about $30,000 for the base ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $28,900 - $38,400
- Invoice: $26,878 - $35,713
- MPG: 20 City / 31 Hwy
2008 Audi A4
#9 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The A4 is an impressive performance vehicle, particularly when equipped with the available quattro all-wheel-drive system, and it offers a luxurious interior with superior build quality and materials.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $28,240 - $46,950
- Invoice: $26,043 - $43,339
- MPG: 23 City / 34 Hwy
2007 Audi A4
The A4 is among the most impressive performance vehicles in its class, particularly when equipped with the available quattro all-wheel-drive system, and offers a luxurious interior with superior build quality and materials.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $35,600 - $43,000
- Invoice: $32,750 - $39,560
- MPG: 18 City / 28 Hwy
2008 BMW 3 Series Coupe
Auto writers say the 3-Series Coupe is a good mixture of sport and prestige.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.6 |
| Performance: | 9.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.8 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $32,700 - $41,200
- Invoice: $30,085 - $37,905
- MPG: 18 City / 28 Hwy
2008 BMW 3-Series
#1 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The 3-Series' combination of world-class performance and luxury in a midsize sedan is unparalleled in the class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.6 |
| Performance: | 9.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.8 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $32,400 - $40,800
- Invoice: $29,810 - $37,535
- MPG: 20 City / 29 Hwy
2007 BMW 3-Series
The 3-Series offers world-class performance and luxury in a midsize sedan.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.6 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $24,250 - $32,380
- Invoice: $22,916 - $30,599
- MPG: 17 City / 28 Hwy
2008 Buick LaCrosse
#19 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The LaCrosse is ranked near the bottom of its class because it offers a safe and comfortable ride on the highways, but not much excitement.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.6 |
| Safety: | 7.7 |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
- MSRP: $22,415 - $27,040
- Invoice: $21,182 - $25,553
- MPG: 20 City / 30 Hwy
2007 Buick LaCrosse
The LaCrosse delivers comfort and a hushed ride when cruising, but can't match the performance of others in its very competitive class. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize car, also consider the ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.8 |
| Safety: | 7.7 |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
- MSRP: $33,675 - $35,975
- Invoice: $31,486 - $33,637
- MPG: 16 City / 25 Hwy
2008 Cadillac CTS
#4 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The CTS delivers good performance, handsome styling and a luxurious interior, but its manual transmission suffers from stiffness and long throws, its front seats could provide better side bolstering and its fuel consumption is not ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $29,925 - $51,425
- Invoice: $27,980 - $47,054
- MPG: 17 City / 27 Hwy
2007 Cadillac CTS
The CTS delivers stylish American luxury, but can't match the refined interiors or sporty handling of others in its class. If you're in the market for an upscale midsize sedan, you should also consider the ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 7.6 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $19,900 - $27,095
- Invoice: $18,806 - $25,605
- MPG: 22 City / 30 Hwy
2008 Chevrolet Malibu
#1 in Affordable Midsize Cars
Auto writers are pleased with the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu's driving dynamics, good looks and comfortable ride. Many say the car stacks up well against perennial class-leaders like the Honda Accord.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.2 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Exterior: | 8.7 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
- MSRP: $17,215 - $23,675
- Invoice: $16,268 - $22,373
- MPG: 24 City / 34 Hwy
2007 Chevrolet Malibu
The Malibu delivers a smooth ride and a spacious interior, but doesn't distinguish itself in a competitive class. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize car, you should also consider the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 6.4 |
| Exterior: | 6.1 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $23,895 - $23,895
- Invoice: $22,581 - $22,581
- MPG: 24 City / 32 Hwy
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Not Yet Ranked
The Malibu Hybrid has many of the winning attributes of its gas-engine model-mate, including a comfortable ride with reasonable power and pleasing looks. But its not the best option for those concerned with fuel efficiency.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $20,575 - $23,915
- Invoice: $19,443 - $22,600
- MPG: 20 City / 30 Hwy
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
The Malibu Maxx offers comfort and practicality with the versatility of a hatchback, but sacrifices stellar performance and appealing exterior styling.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 6.6 |
| Exterior: | 6.3 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $21,015 - $27,740
- Invoice: $19,859 - $26,214
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo delivers decent fuel economy, a comfortable and spacious back seat, and muscle-car styling, but it can't match the sporty handling and more modern safety features of others in its class. The V8 ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.2 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 5.8 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $19,840 - $28,415
- Invoice: $18,401 - $26,119
- MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy
2008 Chrysler Sebring
#21 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Sebring has impressive interior features and a comfortable cabin, but does not provide the driving performance or overall refinement of other cars in its class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.0 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 9.5 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $18,345 - $24,995
- Invoice: $17,036 - $23,021
- MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy
2008 Dodge Avenger
#23 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Avenger trails its competitors because it can't match their performance, interior refinement and value.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.3 |
| Performance: | 5.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 6.4 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $18,135 - $24,750
- Invoice: $16,943 - $22,716
- MPG: 20 City / 29 Hwy
2008 Ford Fusion
#3 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Fusion is seen by most reviewers as a well-styled family car with a roomy, well-made interior, a pleasant ride and good road manners. Plus it is regarded as a strong value with a competitive ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
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