Not exact matches
And although there is a
midsize Alfa crossover apparently coming in the first quarter of 2017 (nine months behind schedule), reduced R&D spending
because of «uncertainties» in China and a desire to focus on Jeep products have slightly derailed the brand's plans for eight new
models by 2018.
Launched in
model - year 2004, the
midsize Malibu Maxx was created
because many consumers like the utility of wagons but want the cooler look and style offered by sedans.
That's saying something
because its class includes the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Explorer, Volkswagen Atlas, and more
midsize 3 - row crossover SUV
models.
Nissan's Altima and Maxima are interesting
because both are
midsize models.
Japan's Nissan chose not to produce an Infiniti version of the redesigned Pathfinder that went on sale for 2005, probably
because it already had the full - size QX56 and the car - based
midsize crossover
models, the FX35 and FX45, for Infiniti customers.
Nissan has a lot of catching - up to do,
because its only crossover
model is the
midsize Murano, which is based on the platform of the Altima sedan.
Although technically classified by the EPA as a compact
because of its overall interior volume, the Alero offers the roominess and interior comfort of
midsize models such as the Camry, Nissan Maxima and Volkswagen Passat.
Another reason that the QX70 does its best impression of a wallflower in the
midsize luxury crossover SUV class is
because the segment has exploded in popularity, and new
models arrive each year.
I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a sporty
midsize car, but you will have to buy a used older
model because GM stopped producing Pontiac cars which is a shame.