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Best midsize cars for 2021 – Roadshow [CNET]
Midsize cars were once the titans of the automotive industry. Featuring some of the most recognizable names to ever roll off the factory floor, this segment used to be the go-to for empty nesters, growing families, you name it. While crossovers have taken some wind out of midsize cars’ sails, they’re still selling hand over fist every year.
Whether you want something with efficiency or sportiness in mind, there’s definitely a midsize car that aligns with your needs. These are our choices for the best midsize cars that your money can buy. And don’t worry — if you’re looking for midsize crossovers instead of sedans, we have a list for that, too.
Comparison of the best midsize cars for 2021
| Category | Name | Base engine | Output | Fuel economy (mpg, city/hwy/combined) | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best midsize car overall | Honda Accord | 1.5-liter I4 turbo | 192 hp / 192 lb-ft | 30 / 38 / 33 | $26,485 |
| Best midsize car overall runner-up | Toyota Camry | 2.5-liter I4 | 203 hp / 184 lb-ft | 28 / 39 / 32 | $26,320 |
| Best luxury midsize car | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 2.0-liter I4 turbo | 255 hp / 273 lb-ft | 23 / 31 / 26 | $56,000 |
| Best performance midsize car | Hyundai Sonata N Line | 2.5-liter I4 turbo | 290 hp / 311 lb-ft | 23 / 33 / 27 | $34,455 |
| Best AWD midsize car | Subaru Legacy | 2.5-liter H4 | 182 hp / 176 lb-ft | 27 / 35 / 30 | $23,955 |
| Best AWD luxury midsize car | Audi A6 | 2.0-liter I4 turbo | 261 hp / 273 lb-ft | 23 / 32 / 26 | $56,945 |
| Best AWD performance midsize car | Mercedes-AMG E53 | 3.0-liter I6 turbo hybrid | 429 hp / 384 lb-ft | 21 / 29 / 24 | $76,050 |
| Best hybrid midsize car | Honda Accord Hybrid | 2.0-liter I4 hybrid | 212 hp / 232 lb-ft | 48 / 47 / 47 | $27,685 |
| Best hybrid luxury midsize car | Lexus ES Hybrid | 2.5-liter I4 hybrid | 215 hp (net) | 43 / 44 / 44 | $43,475 |
| Best plug-in hybrid midsize car | Toyota Prius Prime | 1.8-liter I4 hybrid | 121 hp (net) | 133 MPGe (54 mpg gas-only) | $29,245 |
| Best plug-in hybrid luxury midsize car | Volvo S60 Recharge | 2.0-liter I4 hybrid | 400 hp / 472 lb-ft | 69 MPGe (30 mpg gas-only) | $48,695 |
| Best electric midsize car | Polestar 2 | Single electric motor | 231 hp / 243 lb-ft | TBA | $47,200 |
| Best electric luxury midsize car | Lucid Air | Single electric motor | 480 hp | 131 MPGe (130 city / 132 highway) | $77,400 |
| Best electric performance midsize car | Porsche Taycan | Single electric motor | 402 hp / 254 lb-ft | 79 MPGe (79 city / 80 highway) | $84,050 |
| Best midsize car for gas mileage | Honda Accord | 1.5-liter I4 turbo | 192 hp / 192 lb-ft | 30 / 38 / 33 | $26,485 |
| Best midsize car for cargo space | Honda Accord | 1.5-liter I4 turbo | 192 hp / 192 lb-ft | 30 / 38 / 33 | $26,485 |
| Best midsize car for tech lovers | Tesla Model 3 | Single electric motor | 283 hp / 307 lb-ft | 142 MPGe (150 city / 133 highway) | $46,190 |
| Best midsize car for the longest warranty | Kia K5 | 1.6-liter I4 turbo | 180 hp / 195 lb-ft | 29 / 38 / 32 | $24,685 |
How we made our list
By driving them, silly! Roadshow’s editors have combined decades of experience driving a new slate of cars year after year, which gives us all the know-how we need in order to give you our recommendations.
But that doesn’t mean you should take our word for it without doing some legwork on your own. Your experience is what matters most when buying a car for you or your family, and as always, we recommend heading down to your local dealerships to take a few test drives and determine how closely our opinions align with your own. It’s also worth noting that the prices above are merely suggestions set by the manufacturer; every individual dealership is in charge of its own pricing, and it may take a little haggling to get a better deal out of ’em.
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