Best Mid-size Cars of 2025 and 2026

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

Best Mid-size 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
Redesigned in 2023

2025 Honda Accord

Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
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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
Redesigned in 2021

2025 Kia K5

Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
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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

Best Mid-size 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.

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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
23 - 28
2nd
Redesigned in 2024

2026 BMW 5 Series

Edmunds Rating
8.2/10
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In a way, the BMW 5 Series checks the right luxury-sedan boxes. It's quiet, high-tech, quick, and it balances handling and a comfortable ride. But it lacks the engaging driving experience associated with the German brand, making it feel more like a finely crafted luxury appliance than an exciting BMW.
MSRP
$59,900 - $74,800
3rd
Redesigned in 2024

2025 Lexus ES

Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
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The Lexus ES boasts sensational build quality, composed handling, and Lexus' hallmark focus on comfort and serenity. Some rival German sedans can be sportier, but the ES remains one of today's best all-around performers. If you want something to seclude you from the outside world, the ES is an easy pick.
MSRP
$42,040 - $52,330
Combined MPG
25 - 44

Best Mid-size wagons

Midsize wagons make for a great alternative to bulkier SUVs, offering all-wheel drive and generous interior accommodations along with an emphasis on sportier driving dynamics.

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Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
Powerful, comfortable and impressively upscale on the inside, the A6 Allroad has a lot going for it. Unfortunately, the mild off-road capability it offers comes at the expense of on-road performance. Value is a little dubious, too.
MSRP
$70,500 - $76,600
Combined MPG
25
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
The Volvo V90 Cross Country offers very mild off-road ability without compromising everyday on-road manners. It's a little louder and rougher-riding than it would be if it were optimized exclusively for road use, but most people won't notice. And being a slightly lifted wagon is unique, an upside for some buyers.
MSRP
$59,800 - $64,800
Combined MPG
25

Best Mid-size crossovers

For growing families or frequent road trippers, midsize SUVs make a lot of sense. They have a larger back seat and more cargo room than their smaller siblings.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The top-ranked Honda Passport is one of the most versatile midsize SUVs in the market. It exudes athletic qualities but also delivers a comfortable ride, tons of passenger and cargo space, and a good list of standard features. Put this at the top of your list.
MSRP
$42,400 - $48,470
Combined MPG
21
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Introduced in 2025

2025 Mazda CX-70

Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
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The Mazda CX-70 is virtually identical to the CX-90, save for its two rows of seating compared to the CX-90's three rows. We like its powerful turbocharged engine, sporty handling and high-end interior materials quality. But it is smaller than comparable midsize SUVs, and it typically costs a bit more too.
MSRP
$40,445 - $57,450
Combined MPG
25
3rd
Redesigned in 2024

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
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The Land Cruiser's new form, smaller and more affordable, has not dented its appeal. Its standard full-time four-wheel drive and many standard off-road features make it ready to tackle an overlanding adventure right off the lot. Its hybrid powertrain returns good mpg too. Drawbacks include a lack of cargo and rear passenger space. But as a heritage-themed and generally cool SUV, the latest Land Cruiser fully delivers.
MSRP
$56,700 - $61,470
Combined MPG
23

Best Mid-size luxury crossovers

Midsize luxury SUVs generally provide stout performance, the latest in luxury options and lots of space. Also included here is a new sub-class of SUV "coupes," which sacrifice practicality for style.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.3/10
The Mercedes GLE is one of the best luxury SUVs on sale today. It brings the heat with a top-notch interior, exceptional build quality, helpful technology features and a diverse lineup of engines.
MSRP
$61,850 - $130,800
Combined MPG
16 - 23
2nd
Redesigned in 2019

2026 BMW X5

Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
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The BMW X5 boasts a classy-looking cabin, plenty of upscale features and pleasing performance. A variety of engines are also available to appeal to the power-hungry and fuel-conscious alike. There are some drawbacks, such as controls that are difficult to use, but overall the X5 is one of the most appealing midsize luxury SUVs on the market.
MSRP
$67,600 - $92,600
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Redesigned in 2019

2025 Porsche Cayenne

Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
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The Porsche Cayenne is a practical midsize sport SUV that brings unparalleled levels of driver engagement. You'll pay the Porsche premium and need to accept a few compromises, but overall the Cayenne's practicality, luxury and performance make it a highly recommended choice.
MSRP
$84,700 - $157,000
Combined MPG
18 - 22
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FAQ

What is the best midsize car for 2020?

We think the Honda Accord is the best midsize sedan available for 2020. It nails just about everything we're looking for in a car in this class. It's handsome inside and out, comfortable yet fun to drive, spacious and fuel-efficient. It also comes loaded with plenty of features and driver aids at a relatively affordable price. Learn more

What is the best midsize car to buy?

The Kia K5 earned Edmunds' top rating for 2021 so we've deemed it the best midsize car to buy. It gets right just about everything we look for in a midsize car, from its robust list of features to its comfortable ride and roomy interior. But if the K5 isn't your cup of tea, we also recommend the Honda Accord and the Mazda 6. Learn more

What cars are considered midsize?

Cars in all size classes tend to grow larger with each redesign, meaning midsize sedans on sale today are as large or larger than some full-size cars from years ago. That said, we still consider models including the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Kia K5, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6 and Volkswagen Passat to all be midsize models. Learn more

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