Family Sedan Alternatives 2026 Suzuki Kizashi Vs

30 years ago companies like Saab, Volvo and VW all made family sedans that were considered the antidote to the mainstream family sedan blahs. Just by dint of their unique styling and manner of driving these cars gained a devoutly loyal cult following. But then these and many other automakers all tried to move “upmarket” thereby abandoning the affordable family sedan sector altogether. With these carmakers gone we were left with few family sedan options and unsurprisingly SUV sales skyrocketed. Did you notice “upmarket vehicle” sales did not skyrocket? Thankfully for the 2010 new car shopper there are two new models this year from Subaru and Suzuki that embody the term “affordable sports sedan.” Starting at about $20,000, both the Kizashi and Legacy are also both way cheaper than any BMW 3-series and that’s even after you add optional AWD, navigation, leather or CVT automatics (both the Suzuki and Subaru offer these as part of standalone options or option packages). Subaru Legacy Although Subaru has sold the Legacy sedan in the United States for many years, the 2010 model is the first time this Japanese automaker has set its sights on bored mainstream Camry drivers. Not only is the 2010 Legacy sized appropriately to compete with Camry, Accord and Altima but it has also had a number of other significant upgrades. Standout features include a rear seat with enough legroom for an NBA basketball player, improved fuel economy with the CVT auto (23 city/31 highway for 2.5 liter 4 cylinder model and keep in mind this is with standard all-wheel drive), and a stylishly no nonsense interior that somehow feels built to withstand Armageddon (not the movie) while also appearing contemporary enough to impress your neighbors. The 2010 Legacy is available in a number of engine flavors ranging from the highly efficient base 170 horsepower 2.5 liter variant even to a turbocharged, 265 horsepower 4 cylinder GT model which comes equipped only with a manual transmission. I guess Subaru wants to make it clear that the GT is the really sporty model. Who else but Subaru would offer this mix of very mature utility with the impish irresponsibility of a manual transmission and a turbo four? Kudos to Subaru. But that doesn’t make the GT the best family sedan deal in the Legacy line-up. The fast revving yet powerful 3.6 liter 6 cylinder found in the top line R model not only runs on regular gas but it has a starting price under $25,000. So Category:Home › Other • Pomegranates: A newly discovered superfood • Where did the joke why did the chicken cross the road come from and why is it funny? • Can mothers diagnosed with bipolar disorder make good parents? • Spiritual evolution of human consciousness • Tips for getting a college basketball scholarship • Living with Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) • Caring for the caregiver • Technologys impact on society