First drive: 2016 Honda Accord - Digital Trends
A sedan buyer wants two things above all: reliability and utility. But since today’s consumer can easily be swayed to purchase a crossover when previously a midsize sedan was the go-to, a modern sedan needs to validate its existence more than ever. And like a good restaurant chain, you know what you’ll get, since each brand has staked its raison d’etre in the sedan world with a few signature traits. The Toyota Camry is the beige of the automotive color palette that comfortably, frugally, and reliably will commute you and your family wherever it is Camry buyers go…for eternity. The Mazda6 takes the road less traveled (as long as it has curves) by delivering excellent handling and top-class fuel economy in a sensuous package. The Ford Fusion is a style-forward, fuel-sipping midsize statement for those who are insulted by the Toyota Camry, but inevitably desire its nonexistent maintenance bill. The Nissan Altima is an athlete of a sedan, with good power and a compliant chassis (and a woeful CVT transmission). The Kia Optima is a Hyundai Sonata with a quirky design and LED taillights, and the Chevy Malibu is somewhat desperate to find its place in the sedan world. Source: www.digitaltrends.com
