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4dr Sedan (6) MSRP Invoice MPG City MPG Hwy
4dr Sedan 2.4L Man LX Specs $19,500 $19,095 24 35
4dr Sedan 2.4L Auto LX Specs $21,000 $20,065 24 35
4dr Sedan 2.4L Auto EX Specs $23,200 $21,675 24 35
4dr Sedan 2.0T Auto EX Specs $25,100 $23,455 22 34
4dr Sedan 2.0T Auto SX Specs $26,500 $24,760 22 34
4dr Sedan 2.4L Auto EX Hybrid Specs $25,700 $24,020 35 40
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Why should I also consider these?

The Kia Optima's successful social climbing pits it directly against some of the best-selling cars in America.

Kudos on that, and on outdoing the current Honda Accord, which still has some of the driving feel of Hondas of old, even though it's very large and in retrospect, awkwardly clothed.

The latest Mazda6 hasn't been a sales hit, but its slightly offbeat styling is appealing, and so is its crisp steering and roomy back seat.

Both the Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima match distinctive styling with good gas mileage and more responsive handling than most large family sedans.

But of all the cars it competes with, the Optima's sibling rival, the Hyundai Sonata, is most like it--though over time we've come to prefer the Optima's sparer styling and its slightly better driving dynamics.

 
2012 Ford Fusion
The 2012 Ford Fusion stays at the top of its game, especially as a Hybrid, with perky handling and its cut-above looks.
 
2012 Honda Accord Sedan
Though the 2012 Honda Accord now has one of the more dated four-door sedan designs--and Bluetooth connectivity remains hard to get--its comfortable interior and perky, refined performance hit the sweet spot for families.
 
2012 Hyundai Sonata
After more than a decade on the market, the latest Hyundai Sonata's an overnight success--thanks to great gas mileage, grabby styling, and exceptional value for the dollar.
 
2012 Mazda MAZDA6
The 2012 Mazda6 is just as comfortable, practical, and refined as most other mid-size sedans, but it's a little more enjoyable to drive.
 
2012 Nissan Altima
The 2012 Nissan Altima isn't as roomy as the newest mid-offerings, but as a coupe or as a sedan, it's one of the best-looking and most sporty mid-sizers.
 
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