Best Cars of 2023

Looking for some of the best cars on the market? Carsforsale.com has you covered. Our team of automotive experts went through each car and provided a review that explores their powertrains, interiors, technology, handling, and more! We then went through and attached our Carsforsale.com Score and ranked them accordingly, so now you can know which new cars we recommend. Learn more about our rankings.

Full-Size Cars

2023 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye - media.stellantisnorthamerica.com

#1

2023 Dodge Charger

The 2023 Dodge Charger distinguishes itself with its attitude and output. It’s really all about those growling, thunderous V8 that feel like a proper send-off to the internal combustion engine for Dodge.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.4/10

MSRP
$34,240 – $91,030

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
19 City / 30 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Nissan Maxima - nissanusa.com

#2

2023 Nissan Maxima

The 2023 Nissan Maxima continues to be a good, well-rounded car even in its final year of production. The Maxima offers a balance of handling and ride quality, a nicer than average interior, and a generously equipped base model.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.3/10

MSRP
$39,235 – $45,345

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
20 City / 30 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Chrysler 300 - chrysler.com

#3

2023 Chrysler 300

The 2023 Chrysler 300 continues to be a decent car overshadowed by its rougher, more charismatic Stellantis sibling, the Dodge Charger. But the 300 has its own unique charms and a good deal of power as well.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8/10

MSRP
$35,140 – $56,595

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
19 City / 30 Hwy (MPG)

Mid-Size Cars

2023 Honda Accord Touring - hondanews.com

#1

2023 Honda Accord

The 2023 Honda Accord is an excellent car in nearly every facet. Sterling build quality, a stunning interior, impeccably executed tech, and plentiful driver assistance features all set the Accord above the rest of an already impressive list of cars.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.8/10

MSRP
$28,390 – $38,985

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
29 City / 37 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Toyota Camry XLE - toyota.com

#2

2023 Toyota Camry

The 2023 Toyota Camry does what the Camry has long done, been one of the best cars in its segment by doing everything well, and a few things very well. With an extensive list of trims and powertrains, there’s certainly a Camry out there to suit your taste.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.5/10

MSRP
$27,040 – $34,105

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
28 City / 39 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid - hyundaiusa.com

#3

2023 Hyundai Sonata

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata combines multiple powertrain options, a functional and comfortable cabin, loads of the latest tech, and love-it-or-hate-it styling. It does all this while remaining competitively priced versus the rest of the segment.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.3/10

MSRP
$26,045 – $36,795

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
28 City / 38 Hwy (MPG)

Compact Cars

2023 Honda Civic - hondanews.com

#1

2023 Honda Civic

The 2023 Honda Civic kicks off the 11th generation of this famous compact car and it is considered one of the best iterations of the model ever. Customers have the choice of either a hatchback or sedan body style and one of four powertrains.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
9/10

MSRP
$26,145 – $44,390

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
33 City / 42 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Hyundai Elantra N-Line - hyundaiusa.com

#2

2023 Hyundai Elantra

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has come into its own as one of the top compact car options on the market. Hyundai provides an available hybrid powertrain, performance base N model, and packs the Elantra with a great list of standard features.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.8/10

MSRP
$21,545 – $33,195

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
53 City / 56 Hwy (MPG)

2023 Toyota Corolla - toyota.com

#3

2023 Toyota Corolla

Toyota has only further made the Corolla more enticing for 2023 by continuing to improve upon the model and by introducing the GR Corolla performance variant. You can find a fuel efficient daily driver or enjoy an exciting drive all from one car.

CARSFORSALE.COM SCORE
8.6/10

MSRP
$21,500 – $49,000

BEST FUEL ECONOMY
53 City / 46 Hwy (MPG)

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Best Cars Summed Up

Best Full-Size Cars

  1. 2023 Dodge Charger
  2. 2023 Nissan Maxima
  3. 2023 Chrysler 300

Best Mid-Size Cars

  1. 2023 Honda Accord
  2. 2023 Toyota Camry
  3. 2023 Hyundai Sonata
  4. 2023 Kia Stinger
  5. 2023 Kia K5
  6. 2023 Subaru Legacy
  7. 2023 Nissan Altima
  8. 2023 Chevrolet Malibu

Best Compact Cars

  1. 2023 Honda Civic
  2. 2023 Hyundai Elantra
  3. 2023 Toyota Corolla
  4. 2023 Volkswagen Golf
  5. 2023 Kia Forte
  6. 2023 Subaru Impreza
  7. 2023 Volkswagen Jetta

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