31.   Passat is classed as a midsize sedan by the EPA.

32.   Roadhandling ranks somewhere between that of a midsize sedan and a minivan.

33.   Since the beginning of the year, Chrysler has added rebates to its Neon subcompact vehicle and its LH midsize sedans.

34.   Still, the Galant is a capable competitor and an outstanding value when compared with all of the Japanese and American midsize sedan offerings.

35.   Taurus dominated the midsize sedan segment, beating out challenges from the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.

36.   The Audi is a bit shorter and somewhat more compact, but the Passat is truly a midsize sedan with room for five adults.

37.   The Camry became the gold standard in midsize sedans because it was immensely practical, delivering solid value and reliable performance.

38.   The changes are designed to broaden the appeal of the car and perhaps help Honda regain the lead in the all-important midsize sedan market.

39.   The earlier Trooper model was quite affordable, with a price on par with midsize sedans of the day.

40.   The high-stakes market for midsize sedans is not unlike an intensely competitive tennis tournament.