The 2011 Toyota Camry steers a safe path, in terms of design, and it's no longer, with the Honda Accord, the unquestionable mid-size picks; the mid-size sedan segment is full of choices with more exciting styling or edgier performance.
The Hyundai Sonata used to feel just a bit behind the curve, but the 2011 Sonata made a giant leap ahead with respect to looks, refinement, performance, and everything that matters in a mid-size sedan; fuel economy is also class-leading in the Sonata.
The 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is another good alternative; it emphasizes a smooth ride and comfortable interior as much as the Camry, but it has a more distinctive silhouette and more impressive interior materials.
The latest version of the Honda Accord is now two years old, but it looks a generation ahead of the Camry, with a stunning interior, especially in the V-6 models, and a slightly sportier driving feel.
The Fusion and Altima are sportier overall but a little smaller inside, and the entire Nissan Altima lineup has a sportier look and feel that's only rivaled by the Camry SE.
For those considering the 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid, the 2011 Ford Fusion, with its better EPA ratings of 41/36 as well as its more nimble driving feel, deserves some serious consideration.
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The 2011 Toyota Camry isn’t at the leading edge in any way, but it remains one of the smartest mid-size sedan picks. |
The 2011 Chevrolet Malibu isn't edgy or high-performance, but it has everything that most mid-size sedan shoppers seek. |
The 2011 Ford Fusion comes in a few finely developed flavors; Sport, Hybrid and base are a few of the best tastes. |
Though the 2011 Honda Accord is missing Bluetooth connectivity on the more affordable trims, it’s a very compelling package otherwise, with top-notch refinement, performance, and comfort. |
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata takes some smart styling and performance risks to raise its profile. |
The 2011 Nissan Altima isn't quite as roomy as some mid-size rivals, but it's one of the sportiest-driving choices. |
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| $20,195 | $21,975 | $19,850 | $21,380 | $19,395 | $20,270 |
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| 20 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 39 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
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| Gas I4 | Gas 4-Cyl | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
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| Mid-Size | Midsize | Mid-Size Sedan | Large | Large Cars | Midsize |
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| 4-Door Sedan I4 Manual (SE) | 4-Door Sedan LS w/1LS | 4-Door Sedan S FWD | 4-Door I4 Manual LX | 4-Door Sedan 2.4L Manual GLS *Ltd Avail* | 4-Door Sedan I4 CVT 2.5 |
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| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
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| Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Manual | Manual | Manual w/OD | Continuously Variable |
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