Mid-size Sedans Rossville GA
Top 10 Vehicles for Shorter Drivers
Top 10 Vehicles for Shorter Drivers 2008 Hyundai Sonata
2008 Hyundai Sonata
What we think
Ranked among Driverside.com’s top 10 least expensive mid-sized sedans, the Hyundai Sonata provides a great driving experience for low bucks. With power windows and locks standard, the Sonata comes with the kind of equipment other manufacturers deem optional. With plenty of room for passengers and a driver’s seat that adjusts to accommodate just about any sized person, the Sonata leaves little to complain about.
At a glance
MSRP: $18,120
Engine and Drivetrain: 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, 175 horsepower, 168 lb-ft of torque; 3.3-liter V-6 engine, 249 horsepower, 229 lb-ft of torque; 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual transmission; front-wheel drive.
MPG: 21 city/32 highway (four-cylinder, manual), 22 city/32 highway (four-cylinder, auto), 19 city/29 highway (V-6, auto)
2008 Ford Fusion
2008 Ford Fusion
What we think
Offering all of the space and driving comfort of a mid-size sedan while catering to diminutive drivers, the Ford Fusion is a great choice for anyone who has to carry passengers other than themselves. Available with all-wheel drive and a robust V-6 engine, the Fusion is a capable car in just about any situation. Of course, neat features like a huge sun roof and Ford’s SYNC technology, which allows you to command hands-free calling and the radio by voice, bolster this car’s appeal.
At a glance
MSRP: $18,135
Engine and Drivetrain: 2.3-liter inline four-cylinder engine, 160 horsepower, 156 lb-ft of torque; 3.0-liter V-6 engine, 221 horsepower, 205 lb-ft of toque; 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic transmission; front-wheel drive with optional full-time all-wheel drive.
MPG: 20 city/29 highway (four-cylinder, manual, front-wheel drive), 20 city/28 highway (four-cylinder, auto, front-wheel drive), 18 city/26 highway (V-6, 6-speed auto, front-wheel drive), 17 city/25 highway (V-6, 6-speed auto, all-wheel drive)
2008 Chevrolet Malibu
2008 Chevrolet Malibu
Another great mid-size, the Chevrolet Malibu brings a fresh new body design to the table. Inside, an eight-way adjustable driver’s seat makes sure you’re comfortable behind the wheel, no matter your height. That doesn’t mean that Chevrolet has forgotten about the rest of the Malibu’s occupants, as plenty of space and comfortable seating are all orders of the day.
At a glance
MSRP: $20,295
Engine and Drivetrain: 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, 169 horsepower, 160 lb-ft of torque; 2.4-liter hybrid inline four-cylinder engine, 164 horsepower, 159 lb-ft of torque, 3.6-liter V-6 engine, 252 horsepower, 251 lb-ft of torque; 4-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic transmission; front-wheel drive.
MPG: 22 city/30 highway (2.4-liter), 17 city/26 highway (3.6-liter), 24 city/32 highway (hybrid)
2008 Subaru Forester
2008 Subaru Forester
What we think
If you require a little more versatility...