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2010 Subaru Legacy gets its EPA numbers, hits 31 mpg highway

F1 Live StreamingThe 2010 Subaru Legacy is bigger, wider, and more powerful than ever, yet the engineers made a point to increase fuel economy as well. The new Legacy will hit 31 mpg on the highway and 23 around town, but you’ll have to opt for the 2.5i model with the CVT transmission.

With the more enjoyable 6MT transmission, fuel economy isn’t such a great story. The row-your-own 2.5i model will only get you 19/27. Step up to the Legacy manual trans 2.5 GT or the 3.6R with the five-speed auto and you’ll have to settle for 18/25, which is actually decent considering the fact that you’re getting plenty of power and AWD.

Beyond the more competitive powertrains and improved fuel economy, the new Legacy also starts at a competitive $19,995. We can’t think of another vehicle that has room for five, AWD and a price tag under $20,000, making the Legacy a very competitive option in the mid-size market.

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Insight to 2010 Kia Forte

2010 Kia Forte is yet another amazing sedan offered by Kia that comes at a base price of just over $16,000. It has a sporty suspension, light steering controls, and plenty of power punch to attract the young sport enthusiasts.

There’s no shortage of standard features on this car, while the higher SX trim comes for about $17,000, with added accessories and greater power. Those who had been holding back from buying the Kia Forte just because of its power-train and interiors can now enjoy the goodness of classy Audi A4-like body styling, and capabilities of Honda Civic and Hyundai Sonata at a much lower price.

Whether you consider fuel economy, comfort, interiors, exterior body styling or safety, the 2010 Forte excels over most of its competitors. The new Forte comes with huge front brake rotors that render enhanced braking experience, and produce good amount of torque too. Having seen countless pros of the new Forte, it is time to take a look at some of its downsides.

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