Car shopping means sorting through endless choices, reviews, and specs. But not all best-sellers earn their popularity — something Consumer Reports discovered in their latest testing.

A few popular mid-sized sedans aren't worth purchasing, even if you like the way they look, its testers said.

Before you head to the dealership, here’s which mid-sized sedans Consumer Reports says to skip — and what to consider instead.

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The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a popular choice for shoppers, but it ranks nine out of 10 in CR's rankings of mid-sized cars.