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, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla

• Best Pickup Trucks

  Leading: Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150, Gmc HUMMER EV Pickup

• Best Hatchbacks

  Leading: Hyundai Ioniq, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic

• Best Coupes and Sports Cars

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

• Best Electric Cars

  Leading: Chevrolet Equinox EV, Cadillac Lyriq, Rivian R1T

• Best Hybrid Cars

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, Honda Insight

• Most Fuel-Efficient Cars

  Leading: Hyundai Ioniq, Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry

• Best 7-Seater Cars

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus GX, BMW X7

• Best All-Wheel-Drive Cars

  Leading: Toyota Prius, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Sonata

• Best Cars Under $20,000

  Leading: Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic

• Best Cars Under $30,000

  Leading: Hyundai Ioniq, Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry

• Best Cars Under $40,000

  Leading: Toyota Crown, Lexus ES, Chevrolet Volt

• Cars With the Most Cargo Space

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus RX, Kia Sportage

• Most Powerful Cars

  Leading: Ferrari F80, Aston Martin Valhalla, Tesla Model S

• Best Family Cars

  Leading: Cadillac Escalade, Lexus RX, Kia Sportage

• Cheapest Cars to Run

  Leading: Hyundai Ioniq, Toyota Prius, Hyundai Elantra