Pros:
- Powerful engine
- Unique styling
Cons:
- Some torque steer
- Not as refined or sporty as some of its competitors
Verdict:
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Details and specs:
- Body style: 4-door mid-size sedan
- Trim levels: DE, ES, GTS, Ralliart
- Price range (including options): $$27,624 - $29,841
- Base engine: 2.4 liter inline 4, 160 hp @ 5500 RPM, 157 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM
- Optional engine: 3.8 liter V6, 230 hp @ 5250 RPM, 250 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM (GTS), 3.8 liter V6, 258 hp @ 5750 RPM, 258 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM (Ralliart)
- Premium fuel required? Yes (GTS, Ralliart)
- Transmissions: 4-speed automatic (4-cylinder), 5-speed automatic (V6)
- Driveline: Front engine, front-wheel-drive
- EPA fuel economy estimates: 23 city/30 highway (4-cylinder), 18/27 (V6)
- Where built: United States
- Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front seat mounted torso airbags, two-row side curtain airbags, antlock brakes (all but DE), traction control and tire pressure monitoring (GTS, Ralliart)
- Optional safety equipment: Tire pressure monitoring system (ES only)
- Major standard features: Air conditioning, CD player, power windows/locks/mirrors
- Major options: DVD navigation, leather seats, sport suspension
- Warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 10 years/100,000 miles powertrain, 7 years/100,000 miles outer body rust-through
- Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 5 years/unlimited mileage roadside assistance
Best rivals:
- Toyota Camry
- Nissan Altima
- Ford Fusion
- Honda Accord
