Fuel economy for the Eco model is estimated at 28/38/32 mpg (city / highway / combined), which improves significantly on the 2.4 - liter Sonata's 25/37/29 mpg ratings and puts it right near the top of
the midsize segment for combined ratings.
«Those three vehicles — the Camry, the Accord and the Altima — have been at the top of
the midsize segment for a while,» said Tom Libby, automotive analyst at market - research firm IHS Markit.
Not exact matches
Why it's on the list: The Lexus RX has reigned supreme over the luxury -
midsize - SUV
segment for two decades.
There is no word whether a new generation coupe will join the Altima lineup anytime soon, but we wouldn't keep our hopes up, since the
midsize coupe
segment has largely fizzled out save
for the Honda Accord Coupe.
The Acadia makes a paradigm shift from the archetypal full - size, three - row mommy machine — on the market
for the past nine years — to a fresh offering in the growing
midsize SUV
segment, thanks mostly to smaller dimensions.
The current generation of the best - selling Toyota Camry was redesigned
for 2012, just one year before Honda, Nissan, and Ford revamped their respective entries in the
midsize sedan
segment and left the Camry a step behind behind in terms of fuel economy, style, interior quality, and technology.
In the hypercompetitive
midsize sedan
segment, the Accord stands out
for its refined powertrains, its ergonomics, and its overall attention to detail.
The consistently hot - selling crossover takes a mostly evolutionary step forward
for its fourth generation with carryover powertrains, a sharpened look, and enhanced safety features to keep it at the top of the
midsize luxury SUV
segment.
This
segment doesn't have many four - cylinder contenders, but if you opt
for a
midsize sedan — including the Toyota Camry — you can get an efficient four - cylinder in even the most opulent trim levels with lots of luxury conveniences; that's not the case in the Toyota Highlander.
She credits the new Chevrolet and GMC
midsize trucks
for offering nicer interiors than the
segment has seen before and, crucially,
for maintaining a real price difference with full - size trucks.
Marketing manager Jacques Brent drummed home the notion that technology has always been a key factor
for buyers in the
midsize crossover
segment.
While Cadillac has lagged behind other luxury carmakers in exploiting the crossover
segment, it plans to make up
for lost time by rolling out four new models in rapid succession, with the
midsize XT5 leading the charge.
However, as it was designed as a world car in order to fit the needs of Europe and Japan, it was smaller than its North American contemporaries in the
midsize segment, being criticized
for its reduced passenger space.
For those who put a premium on performance, the all - aluminum 2.0 L turbocharged four - cylinder engine delivers a Best - in - Class 280 horsepower < span data - component =» DisclosureBubble» title =» Based on the Alfa Romeo Premium Import
Midsize Sedan
Segment.» > .
«Despite modest sales growth
for SUVs in a down market, transaction prices in these
segments are not particularly strong, with compact SUVs up just 1 percent and
midsize SUVs flat,» KKB's Fleming said.
SUV — CUV (under $ 35K): In this fast - growing and ultra-competitive
segment, four subcompact crossovers, the Jeep Renegade, Fiat 500X, Honda HR - V, and Mazda CX - 3, and one
midsize CUV, the Mitsubishi Outlander with 2.4 - litre engine, battle
for the crown.
A new Toyota Camry isn't big news in the same way a new Toyota Supra is big news, but it's big news nonetheless: The Camry has set the standard
for the sub-luxury
midsize sedan
segment for decades — and an all - new 2018 model is headed to the 2017 Detroit auto show in January.
For 2009, Optima also is larger than its predecessors, which complements its distinctive new styling and separates itself from other vehicles in the growing
midsize segment.
Mazda 6 buyers are more likely to be men (69 % vs. 61 %
for the
midsize car
segment), younger in terms of median age (48 years old vs. 54 years old), and wealthier in terms of median household income ($ 97,361 vs. $ 86,876).
The aluminium - intensive Jaguar XE is the first model developed from Jaguar Land Rover's new modular vehicle architecture and will set the standard
for driving dynamics in the
midsize segment.
The Traverse is a sound vehicle, however, with lots going
for it, making it a worthy entrant into the
midsize crossover
segment, which continues growing with no limits in sight.
The new Optima defies the staid
midsize sedan
segment with its exquisite design, abundance of premium convenience features and exceptional refinement, delivering a class - up experience to those looking
for higher levels of sophistication in their day - to - day driving.
For those who put a premium on performance, the all - aluminum 2.0 L turbocharged 4 ‑ cylinder engine delivers a Class ‑ Leading standard 280 horsepower < span data - component = «DisclosureBubble» title = «Based on Alfa Romeo Premium Import
Midsize UV
Segment latest available competitive information.»
Ford has decided to return to the
midsize pickup truck
segment because sales
for this type of vehicle have increased 83 percent since 2014.
Its well - suited against
midsize segment rivals thanks to a reputation
for quality and value per dollar.
That notwithstanding, the 2016 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X remains the most - capable version of a very good
midsize truck, and
for that, it deserves your consideration if you're shopping the
segment.
Offered in three variations, Sport, Touring and Grand Touring, the Mazda6 has so much going
for it in the competitive
midsize segment.
Left
for dead not long ago, America's
midsize pickup
segment is suddenly vibrant again, brimming with new entries and enjoying a solid sales uptick.
As we just touched on above, Chrysler's 200
for 2017 features one of the most refined and tasteful interiors in the
midsize - sedan
segment.
The
midsize sedan class is one of the most competitive
segments in the
segment, so we asked Honda to lend us the keys to the new Accord
for the weekend in Los Angeles.
The
midsize segment is just getting hammered thanks to the popularity of crossover SUVs, but that's good news
for you if you still enjoy driving a sedan.
For years the Camry has been a wallflower in the
midsize sedan
segment, it's reliable and priced well, but it's never really been that...
Toyota claims its Tacoma pickup truck has been the
segment's best - seller
for the past decade, and though we don't doubt their figures, we'll note that the
midsize field was running a bit lean
for much of that time.
For a long time, the Honda Accord has been considered one of the cars to beat in the
midsize segment.
It's strong competition in the
midsize segment thanks to a reputation
for quality and value per dollar.
Whereas our friends in the U.S. tend to go
for midsize offerings, compacts continue to be the largest new passenger car
segment in this country.
The Ford Transit Connect, top of the small /
midsize van
segment is also behind its performance to date
for the year, though Ford recently revealed an ace up its sleeve as part of a raft of updates
for 2019 model year: a 1.5 - litre turbodiesel engine, the only van in its class to offer diesel power as an option.
It was up in December and up
for the year, and comes in second in the
midsize CUV
segment below the Subaru Outback but above the Hyundai Santa Fe.
With a few well - established vehicles dominating the
midsize sedan
segment, and numerous likable competitors trying to unseat them, it's tough
for any particular vehicle to stand out.
The model is priced at a higher - than - average manufacturer suggested retail price
for the
midsize SUV
segment.
Jeep ® Grand Cherokee has been recognized by IHS Markit
for having the Highest Model Loyalty in the
Midsize SUV
Segment for the third consecutive year.
There are a multitude of nameplate choices
for the
midsize luxury SUV
segment, but one model that stands above the rest is the exceptional 2018 BMW X5.
Earlier it won Cars.com's
Midsize Pickup Challenge
for its
segment - leading capabilities and efficiency.
For the fourth time in a row, the Porsche 911 claimed first place in the J.D. Power Awards for having the highest customer satisfaction in the «Midsize Premium Sporty Car» segme
For the fourth time in a row, the Porsche 911 claimed first place in the J.D. Power Awards
for having the highest customer satisfaction in the «Midsize Premium Sporty Car» segme
for having the highest customer satisfaction in the «
Midsize Premium Sporty Car»
segment.
There is no more important
segment right now
for automakers to do well in, and this success by Nissan may surpass the importance of Toyota's lead in
midsize cars with its Camry, or Ford's lead in trucks with the F - 150.
In the last three years alone, Chevrolet has revitalized the
midsize pickup
segment with the Colorado, launched a new range of Low Cab Forward trucks and introduced a completely redesigned 6.6 - liter Duramax diesel
for heavy - duty pickups.
A perennial best - seller with American car buyers, the Accord has been the U.S. retail sales leader in the
midsize sedan
segment for four straight years (2013 - 2016).
Ford is pulling out all the stops
for its return to the
midsize pickup truck
segment during the 2019 model year.
In the most recent survey, the Toyota Camry surpassed all rivals in the
midsize sedan
segment by a notable margin, earning a perfect five stars across the board
for the dependability of its powertrain, body, interior, features, and accessories.
With the 2015 GMC Canyon making its debut in Detroit, we sat down with Jeff Luke, executive chief engineer
for all of GM's pickup trucks, to find out how the automaker will tackle the
midsize truck market — and possibly reenter the heavy - duty
segment.