10 Underrated Sedans You Shouldn’t Ignore
Not every great car gets the spotlight. These 10 underrated sedans combine performance, comfort, and value in ways that might surprise you. From stylish designs to rock-solid reliability, here are the hidden gems every smart buyer should have on their radar in 2025.
Mazda6
Man, the Mazda6 deserved better. It’s one of those cars that makes you feel like you’re driving something fancy, even though it starts around, what, $25,000? The handling’s tight, the cabin is super clean, like almost Lexus-level clean, but people forget it exists because Mazda doesn’t brag about it enough. Every time I see one, I’m like, “That person knows what they’re doing.” Smooth, chill, reliable.
Hyundai Sonata
I used to think the Sonata was just, you know, an Uber car. But the new one, especially the N Line, it’s got this sneaky sportiness. You can get it for about $28,000 to $30,000, and it just flies under the radar. The interior’s kinda futuristic too, like a spaceship but with heated seats. And Hyundai’s warranty? Basically a safety hug.
Honda Insight
I feel like the Insight never got its moment because the Prius hogs all the hybrid attention. But honestly, this thing looks normal, beautifully normal, and still gives you like 50 MPG. Around $27,000 for something that’s that efficient? Yes, please. It’s like if your eco-friend suddenly got a glow-up.
Acura TLX
So the TLX is kind of that quiet kid in class who actually aces every test. Starts around $40,000, looks sharp, handles even sharper. The Type S version is especially mean, in a good way. But people see “Acura” and think “Dad car.” Nah. It’s way cooler than people give it credit for.
Kia K5
Confession: I didn’t expect to like the Kia K5, but wow, it’s genuinely fun. For like $27,000, you get something that looks like it costs $10K more. The design? Aggressive but classy. It’s like the car equivalent of a really good leather jacket. People forget Kia’s been killing it lately.
Subaru Legacy
The Legacy feels like the reliable friend who never flakes. All-wheel drive standard, comfy as hell, starts around $25,000. Yeah, it’s not flashy, but it’s one of those cars you grow to appreciate when it saves your butt on an icy road. Plus, Subarus kind of have that low-key adventure vibe, even when they’re sedans.
Toyota Avalon
The Avalon’s like your uncle who secretly wears Italian loafers and knows good wine. Feels super premium but without the “luxury tax.” Around $37,000, give or take, and it’s just unbelievably serene inside. Soft ride, powerful V6, and it feels like the older, wiser cousin of the Camry. People really underestimate this one.
Volkswagen Arteon
Ugh, the Arteon. So underrated it’s basically invisible. The fastback shape? Gorgeous. The performance? Surprising. Starts in the low $40,000s, which isn’t exactly cheap, but it kinda feels like an Audi that doesn’t need to brag. I swear, every time I see one, I double-take. It’s that sleek.
Nissan Maxima
Okay, I know, the Maxima’s been around forever, but seriously, it still slaps. A big comfy sedan with some real power (300 horses!) for around $38,000. And I know people say it’s outdated, but hop inside one and tell me it doesn’t feel a little luxurious. It’s got presence, you know?
Genesis G70
Saving one of the best for last, the Genesis G70. It’s around $42,000-ish, and it’s honestly better than half the German stuff out there for the money. Rear-wheel drive, buttery-smooth, sharp, confident. When you tell someone you drive a Genesis, they squint for a second, then go, “Wait that’s a nice car.” Yeah, it is.
