The Infiniti G37 has a new, more powerful 332-horsepower engine, but is based on the same excellent-handling FM platform as the G35 before it, with well-balanced sports-sedan styling and proportions, plus available all-wheel drive.
It's also substantially less expensive than the German sedans.
The BMW 3-Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class are the benchmarks in the segment, but their higher prices bring their value into question.
Both are available with a range of body style and drivetrain configurations, and their handling and build quality are top-notch.
The Cadillac CTS is also a relative newcomer to the segment, but its low price and excellent feature set make it a good value proposition.
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The 2011 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350 look and drive like sport sedans, but they're not as performance-oriented as sport sedans from BMW or Infiniti. |
Stunning performance is still the calling card for the 2011 BMW M3; the weight it's gained may just be a sign of its success. |
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedans aren't that spacious for back-seat riders, but they offer top-notch luxury along with a sporty flavor that takes aim at BMW. |
| MSRP From | ||
| $33,295 | $34,600 | $33,990 |
| Gas Mileage | ||
| 16 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||
| Gas V6 | Gas I6 | Gas V6 |
| EPA Class | ||
| Sub-Compact | Compact | Compact |
| Style Name | ||
| 4-Door Sport Sedan Manual RWD | 4-Door Sedan 328i RWD | 4-Door Sedan C 300 Sport RWD |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||
| 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
| Transmission | ||
| Manual | Manual | Manual |
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| 2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 BMW 3-Series | 2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C Class | |
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