Best Midsize Sedans of 2025 and 2026

The Edmunds experts test drive midsize sedan contenders on our test track and in the real world. Our ratings assess performance, comfort, technology, utility, value and more. How we rank midsize sedans

Best Midsize sedans

Remember that roomy four-door you napped in as a kid? There's a good chance it was a midsize sedan. Today's models continue to offer impressive comfort and features for the money.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The latest Toyota Camry now has an all-hybrid lineup and it makes perfect sense for this moment. Besides its great mpg, the Camry has a roomy and comfortable cabin, many helpful technology features, and just enough athleticism and style to make it not boring. It's a great pick for a midsize sedan.
MSRP
$28,700 - $36,425
Combined MPG
44 - 51
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The latest Accord is a solid choice for a family sedan. It's roomy, practical and easy to drive. It's also impressively fuel-efficient if you get the hybrid powertrain. But some of the Accord's newest tech and features are exclusively available on the top trim level, the Touring. Overall, the Accord just doesn't stand out in the class like it used to.
MSRP
$28,295 - $39,300
Combined MPG
32 - 48
3rd
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Kia K5 impresses with updated looks, new features, and a stylish design. It’s comfortable, packed with tech, and offers great value with its long warranty and competitive price. While the new engine lacks a bit of power, the K5 remains an excellent choice for its overall appeal.
MSRP
$27,190 - $34,690
Combined MPG
27 - 30
4th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Sonata has the aura of a more expensive vehicle. It's boldly stylish and is backed by an outstanding warranty. When it comes to delivering everything you need in a midsize family sedan, the Sonata rarely disappoints.
MSRP
$26,900 - $37,700
Combined MPG
27 - 47
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.5/10
The Nissan Altima has a comfortable ride and comes standard with many helpful driver assist features. But poor visibility and a lack of interior refinement hold it back from being a top-tier sedan.
MSRP
$27,000 - $34,830
Combined MPG
28 - 32
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.4/10
The Legacy's standard all-wheel-drive system makes it a sensible pick for those who have to deal with slippery roads for much of the year. Subaru's available tech and safety features should appeal widely as well.
MSRP
$25,010 - $38,310
Combined MPG
26 - 30

Best Midsize luxury sedans

If you want a quiet cruiser that can effortlessly transport your family and friends in supreme comfort, you're in the right place. Midsize luxury sedans can do it all with style to spare.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.2/10
Luxury and comfort are the undisputed strengths of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It has an incredibly smooth ride and a classy and well-built cabin. The E-Class is more expensive than its rivals, but it's easy to see why.
MSRP
$62,450 - $88,000
Combined MPG
25 - 28
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The BMW 5 Series is a great choice for a luxury sedan. It's comfortable, quiet and equipped with all of BMW's latest technology features. Its touchscreen interface can be a little cumbersome to use at times, but otherwise there's really no downside to picking this 5 Series for your next car.
MSRP
$58,700 - $73,400
Combined MPG
28 - 31
3rd
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The newest G80 is much improved compared to the original car. This is a luxury sedan that bypasses the American and Japanese competition and goes toe-to-toe with the German leaders in this class.
MSRP
$57,100 - $77,000
Combined MPG
19 - 24
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
You'll be drawn to the Audi A7's clean, chiseled exterior, but it's the versatile hatchback cargo area, refined performance and exquisite interior craftsmanship that will likely win you over. It may cost a little more than the closely related A6 sedan, but it's easy to rationalize that premium.
MSRP
$72,000 - $82,450
Combined MPG
25
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Lexus ES has long been a staple for those simply looking for a roomy, dependable luxury sedan. The latest generation sports surprisingly agile handling and excellent interior materials. The infotainment interface, however, has still to win over any fans.
MSRP
$42,040 - $52,330
Combined MPG
25 - 44
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The Acura TLX is a smart pick, even if it doesn't have the pulse-quickening performance of some of its competition. It trades flash for substance and flies under the radar of a lot of shoppers, but its value is appealing.
MSRP
$45,400 - $58,050
Combined MPG
21 - 25
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The Cadillac CT5 comes with a lot of features and costs less than its European competition. But it comes up short on comfort and overall refinement.
MSRP
$47,595 - $95,595
Combined MPG
15 - 26
8th
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
The Jaguar XF is a stylish and capable midsize luxury sedan with generous cargo space and numerous engine choices. Although it trails some German competitors in peak performance, it has a serene cabin that is pleasant for both daily commuting and countryside cruising.
MSRP
$49,800 - $53,500
Combined MPG
24 - 26

Best Midsize performance sedans

The midsize performance sedan has traditionally ruled the roost when it comes to four-door fun. Expect face-flattening acceleration, track-ready handling and the latest tech inside.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.6/10
It's not cheap, but the RS 6 feels like two cars for the money. Around town, it's an extremely comfortable and well-crafted luxury wagon. But push the RS button on the steering wheel and the RS 6 becomes a rewarding and comically quick performance car.
MSRP
$126,600
Combined MPG
17
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.5/10
While other sport sedan manufacturers ask if you want fast or comfortable, Audi simply asks, "Why not both?" The Audi RS 7 combines massive speed and performance potential with a compliant ride and a modern, tech-forward interior.
MSRP
$128,600
Combined MPG
17
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.5/10
Cadillac's been in the business of making some seriously fast sedans for over a decade, but none has ever been as cohesive and deeply impressive as the CT5-V Blackwing. It's a comfortable, powerful and great-handling sedan. And if you needed a bonus, the Cadillac even comes with a six-speed manual transmission.
MSRP
$95,595
Combined MPG
15
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Audi S7 is best suited for enthusiasts of the brand who want a car that is a genuine all-rounder. It's comfortable on long drives and gets up to speed quickly when you need it to. But the interior is starting to get a little dated, and trunk space is lacking.
MSRP
$85,700 - $93,100
Combined MPG
22
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Audi S6 is best suited for enthusiasts of the brand who want a car that is a genuine all-rounder. It's comfortable on long drives and gets up to speed quickly when you need it to.
MSRP
$75,900 - $84,100
Combined MPG
22
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
The Acura TLX Type S presents a compelling alternative to traditional sport luxury sedans. It may not have the potency of a BMW M5, but thanks to an excellent all-wheel-drive system, a robust set of standard features, and a price below most other rivals, the TLX Type S makes for a practical, everyday car that still lots of fun to drive.
MSRP
$58,050
Combined MPG
21