The new Ford Fusion Hybrid's confident road manners and sleek styling amplify the impact of its 47-mpg fuel economy in a way that'll have its competition playing catch-up.
The Kia Optima and Hyundai Sonata hybrids already lacked some mechanical refinement and smoothness compared to other hybrids, and now their gas-mileage numbers fall far short of the Fusion's, while the Ford catches up in styling.
The Toyota Camry Hybrid's plain looks and lower fuel economy might diminish its appeal, but it still offers very good gas mileage and interior space, with some new connectivity features.
The coming Honda Accord Hybrid will offer a plug-in variant, and it's a better-looking car than before, with a renewed focus on efficiency in all forms.
Finally, those who fixate on hybrids might look at the new Nissan Altima, which delivers 38-mpg highway fuel economy, a lower figure than these gas-electric sedans, but at a much lower price--about $21,500 base.
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The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid makes an extraordinary leap forward in fuel economy--but also, in its appealing looks and handling. |
With a standout design; perky performance; great gas mileage; and exceptional value for the money, the 2013 Hyundai Sonata is one of the best buys among mid-size sedans. |
The 2013 Kia Optima adds generous dashes of style and sophistication to what's otherwise a sensible, frugal, and spacious mid-size sedan. |
Briskly updated in the right ways, the 2013 Nissan Altima sedan promises good looks and great gas mileage for those who don't mind a CVT. |
| MSRP From | |||
| $21,900 | $20,895 | $21,350 | $21,760 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 22 MPG City / 41 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||
| Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
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| Mid-Size Sedan | Large Cars | Midsize Cars | Midsize |
| Style Name | |||
| 4-Door Sedan SE FWD | 4-Door Sedan 2.4L Automatic GLS *Ltd Avail* | 4-Door Sedan LX | 4-Door Sedan I4 2.5 |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||
| Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/manual shift | Continuously Variable Ratio |
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