Buying a used car can help you save a lot of money, but you’ve got to make the right choice. And if you’re looking for a great way to transport a large family during the weekend or haul a bunch of children around town, a midsize car is probably your top choice.
Here are our top picks for the best used midsize cars. Check it out!
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 41 city/36 highway
Horsepower – 156
Pros
Similar performance to the gas-only Fusion model
Fantastic fuel economy
Roomy, high-quality interiors
Excellent safety features
Cons
Less trunk space than the gas-only Fusion model
2010 Ford Fusion
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD/ AWD
Mileage (mpg) – 17-23 city/24-34 highway
Horsepower – 175-265
Pros
All-wheel drive option
Fun, sporty handling
Ample space in cabin and trunk
Cons
Indifferent electric power steering on lower trims
2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 41 city/36 highway
Horsepower – 156
Pros
Exceptional fuel economy
Large interior
Fun handling
Cons
Smaller trunk than the gas-only Milan
2009 Ford Fusion
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD/AWD
Mileage (mpg) – 17-22 city/26-33 highway
Horsepower – 160-252
Pros
Great handling
AWD option available
Impressive safety ratings
Superior passenger and cargo space
Cons
Interior ergonomics received mixed reviews
Underpowered base engine
2009 Saturn Aura
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 17-20 city/25-29 highway
Horsepower – 160-252
Pros
Reliable engine
Firm handling
Superb fuel economy
Cons
Tacky interior finishing and build quality.
2015 Toyota Camry
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 21-25 city/31-35 highway
Horsepower – 178-268
Pro
Swanky, quiet cabin
User-friendly infotainment system
Fantastic reliability score
Cons
Terrible fuel economy
Not as engaging to drive as others.
2013 Hyundai Sonata
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 22-24 city/34-35 highway
Horsepower – 190-274
Pros
Excellent fuel economy
Chic interior cabin
Heated seats available as standard in all but the base trim
Automatic transmission is now standard
Cons
Noisy engine at highway speeds
2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Seating – 5
Drivetrain – FWD
Mileage (mpg) – 31 city/35 highway
Horsepower – 147
Pros
Strong hybrid performance
Large cabin
Cons
Below-average fuel economy when compared to other midsize hybrids.
Not very responsive steering
Low safety ratings