The midsize car segment is a sweet spot for drivers seeking comfort, features, and value. These vehicles offer ample space for passengers and cargo without sacrificing fuel efficiency or driving dynamics. But with so many options available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming.
Fear not! We’ve compiled a list of the best midsize cars for 2023 based on consumer feedback and critical factors like performance, safety, technology, and affordability. Get ready to discover your perfect automotive companion!
- 2023 Toyota Camry
- 2023 Hyundai Sonta
- 2023 Subaru Legacy
- 2023 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2023 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2023 Kia K5
- 2023 Toyota Crown
- 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
- 2023 Nissan Altima
- 2023 Honda Accord
2023 Toyota Camry
Via Toyota
Specifications
- MSRP: $26,300 USD / $30,590 CAD
- Engine: 2.5L I4
- Power / Torque: 203 hp / 184 lb-ft
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
- 0-60 mph: 7.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 15 MPG combined / 7.4L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The 2023 Toyota Camry offers a comfortable and spacious ride and excellent fuel efficiency. It’s one of the safest cars on the market, earning a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
The Camry has a spacious and comfortable interior with plenty of legroom and headroom for all passengers, and the cabin is well-insulated from noise. It has Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ safety features and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
2023 Hyundai Sonata 
Via Hyundai
Specifications
- MSRP: $25,400 USD / $29,199 CAD
- Engine: 2.5L I4
- Power / Torque: 191 hp / 181 lb-ft
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
- 0-60 mph: 7.1 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 31 MPG combined / 7.7L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 5-year/60,000-mile Limited
Our Take
The Hyundai Sonata remains a stylish, high-tech, mid-size car with many high-end features. It’s not the roomiest in its class, and the driving could use some work (even without the N-Line), but it does a great job overall and is still well-equipped compared to the competition.
The N Line performs like German cars, and the hybrid version gets the best gas mileage. But the Sonata’s best features are its safety and its best-in-class warranty.
2023 Subaru Legacy
Via Subaru
Specifications
- MSRP: $25,400 USD / $32,900 CAD
- Engine: 2.4L Flat-4
- Power / Torque: 182 hp / 176 lb-ft
- Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
- 0-60 mph: 8 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 30 MPG combined / 7.8L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The all-wheel-drive, advanced safety features and roomy cabin of the 2023 Subaru Legacy set it apart from the competition. The Legacy comes equipped with Subaru’s attention-monitoring and distraction-warning DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System.
The car’s cabin is roomy and relaxing, with adequate space for four adults to sit comfortably. The seats are comfortable, and the interior is quiet.
2023 Volkswagen Jetta
Via Volkswagen
Specifications
- MSRP: $21,700 USD / $23,295 CAD
- Engine: 1.5L Turbocharged I4
- Power / Torque: 650 hp / 650 lb-ft
- Transmission: 6-Speed Manual / 8-Speed Automatic
- 0-60 mph: 7.0 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 35 MPG combined / 6.8/100km combined (Manual)
- Basic Warranty: 4-Year / 50,000-Mile
Our Take
The 2023 Jetta drives reasonably well. Its small 4-cylinder engine makes enough power to move you around effortlessly, and it gets excellent gas mileage. The car looks great, is comfortable inside, and has lots of high-tech safety features.
It’s a perfect choice for people who want a fun and valuable daily car. Even if this is your first car and you are unsure what to expect, the 2023 Jetta will not disappoint.
2023 Chevrolet Malibu
Via Chevrolet
Specifications
- MSRP: $26,000 USD / $26,900 CAD
- Engine: 1.5L Turbocharged I4
- Power / Torque: 163 hp / 184 lb-ft
- Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
- 0-60 mph: 7.8 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 32 MPG / 7.8L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The interior of the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu is comfortable, and the car is fun to drive. The sedan’s standard turbo four-cylinder engine provides adequate power for most drivers’ needs, and its sleek exterior design will appeal to most buyers.
The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu makes up for its lack of conventional driver aids with a long list of appealing entertainment technologies, such as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2023 Kia K5
Via KIA
Specifications
- MSRP: $25,200 USD / $30,195 CAD
- Engine: 1.6L Turbocharged I4
- Power / Torque: 180 hp / 195 lb-ft
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
- 0-60 mph: 7.7 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 31 MPG combined / 8.7L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 5-Year / 60,000-Mile
Our Take
The K5 is spacious, economical, and drives effortlessly, all at a reasonable price. The base turbocharged four-cylinder engine’s output of brisk power is surprisingly high for a unit with a displacement of only 1.6 liters, proving that it more than holds its own against bigger engines.
The K5’s eight-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly, providing a more satisfying ride than some of its rivals.
2023 Toyota Crown
Via Toyota
Specifications
- MSRP: $40,050 USD / $45,590 CAD
- Engine: 2.4L I4 + AC Motor
- Power / Torque: 340 hp / 400 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 5.7 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 41 MPG combined / 5.7L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Our Take
Even though it looks controversial, driving the Toyota Crown is a relaxed and fun experience. This hybrid crossover gets excellent gas mileage for a car its size, has a stylish cabin, and, as an optional extra, you can get a turbocharged hybrid engine that makes it go faster.
The Toyota Crown also comes with an excellent standard all-wheel drive system, and its Hybrid powertrain choices are plentiful.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Via Hyundai
Specifications
- MSRP: $46,100 USD / $57,900 CAD
- Engine: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)
- Battery: 53.0 kWh Lithium Ion
- Power / Torque: 149 hp / 258 lb-ft
- Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
- 0-60 mph: 7.2 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 140 MPGe combined / 640 kms per charge
- Basic Warranty: 5-Year / 60,000-Mile
Our Take
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has a sleek and aerodynamic design with a low roofline and a long wheelbase. It is also one of the first electric vehicles to feature a fully enclosed underbody, which helps to improve efficiency.
The Ioniq 6 offers one of the most extended ranges of any electric vehicle and can charge very quickly using a fast charger. Overall, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a promising new electric sedan.
2023 Nissan Altima
Via Nissan
Specifications
- MSRP: $25,730 USD / $34,377 CAD
- Engine: 2.5L I4
- Power / Torque: 182 hp / 178 lb-ft
- Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
- 0-60 mph: 8 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 32 MPG combined / 7.9L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The 2023 Nissan Altima is pleasant, roomy, and reasonably quick. The car received a mild update for 2023 with new front-end styling, new wheel designs, a couple of new color options.
It also includes a newly optional 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, which contributes to the vehicle’s already streamlined appearance. Being a mid-size car the Altima offers nimble handling compared to SUVs. Standard safety equipment was also upgraded on the base trims.
2023 Honda Accord
Via Honda
Specifications
- MSRP: $28,000 USD / $37,000 CAD
- Engine: 1.5L Turbocharged I4
- Power / Torque: 192 hp / 192 lb-ft
- Transmission: Continuos Variable Automatic (CVT)
- 0-60 mph: 7.2 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 32 MPG combined / 7.3L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The all-new 2023 Accord is a better version of the car that came before it. It has a new look, an available hybrid powertrain, and excellent standard features. A honeycomb grille, LED outer lighting, and an aerodynamic body are some of the design features that make it look sporty.
The new in-line four-cylinder hybrid engine in the CR-V gives the EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring trims 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.
