Best cars by category

Rankings computed from the catalog rather than opinion — each page states exactly which figure it sorts on, so you can disagree with the rule instead of guessing at it.

• Best SUVs and Crossovers

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Kia Sportage, Acura RDX

• Best Sedans

  Leading: Toyota Camry, Toyota Corolla, Acura ILX

• Best Pickup Trucks

  Leading: Ford F-150, Gmc HUMMER EV Pickup, Ford F-150 Lightning

• Best Coupes and Sports Cars

  Leading: Aston Martin Vanquish, Bentley Continental, Aston Martin DBS

• Best Electric Cars

  Leading: Tesla Model 3, BMW iX, Tesla Model Y

• Best Hybrid Cars

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, BMW 3 Series

• Most Fuel-Efficient Cars

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, Toyota Corolla

• Best 7-Seater Cars

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus GX, BMW X7

• Best All-Wheel-Drive Cars

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Corolla, Honda CR-V

• Best Cars Under $20,000

  Leading: Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Chevrolet Cruze

• Best Cars Under $30,000

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, Honda CR-V

• Best Cars Under $40,000

  Leading: BMW 3 Series, Toyota Crown, Lexus ES

• Cars With the Most Cargo Space

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus RX, Kia Sportage

• Most Powerful Cars

  Leading: Ferrari F80, Aston Martin Valhalla, Lamborghini Revuelto

• Best Family Cars

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus RX, Kia Sportage

• Cheapest Cars to Run

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Camry