Midsize Car Videos

Nothing better exemplifies Hyundai's recent rise than the new Sonata, which rises to the very top of the brutally competitive mid-size-sedan segment. A recently added turbo model is a more efficient but no less satisfying substitute for the traditional V-6 offering. 

We drive the refreshed 2009 Hyundai Sonata and experience the new interior and improved power. 

Editor Jean Jennings tours the Malibu Hybrid 

Mopar's Sam Hübinette throws his Formula Drift Dodge Charger SRT8 around the track, and we get to ride along. 

Dodge has figuratively revived the classic chase scene from Bullitt, going after the current Ford Mustang (not to mention the Pontiac GTO and even the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG) with its reincarnation of the Charger--which is, not coincidentally, advertised exclusively in black. We take it for a spin and report back to you on how well this version keeps up with the pack. 

Description: Buick lets us taste its sporty Lucerne Super V-8 

What would you do if Dodge gave you a fully-equipped police cruiser for an afternoon? 

Ford calls it red, but we know hot pink when we see it. Automobile Magazine Online Editor Mike Dushane checks out this slammed and shaved Fusion designed by DJ superstar Funkmaster Flex. 

During a recent press day at Chrysler's Proving Grounds in Chelsea, Michigan, we took down some perps with a Charger cop car, got sideways in a Viper coupe, and nearly sunk a Grand Cherokee in a mud puddle. 

We head to Dearborn for Ford's new products day, where stormy weather couldn't stop us from having a little autocross fun with the new 2006 Ford Shelby GT500 and Fusion AWD.