The Best New Cars by Category
March 3, 2016
Thinking of purchasing a new car this year? Then you'll want to read this!
Consumer Reports recently named what they consider the 10 best vehicles on the market in the United States based on performance, reliability, safety and owner satisfaction. Vehicles on the list include the Honda Fit, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Impala, Kia Sorento, and Ford F-150. The full list is below.
Thinking about adding one of these Best of 2016 vehicles to your garage? I recommend you use TrueCar No Haggle, RydeShopper and CarsDirect to quickly see what local dealers are offering.
| Category | Vehicle | Overall Score | Overall MPG | Price as Tested |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Subcompact Car | Honda Fit | 67 | 33 | $19,025 |
| Best Compact Car | Subuaru Impreza | 77-79 | 26-27 | $21,345-$22,345 |
| Best Midsized Car | Toyota Camry | 83-84 | 26-38 | $24,089-$32,603 |
| Best Small SUV | Subaru Forester | 83 | 26 | $27,145 |
| Best Luxury SUV | Lexus RX | 78-81 | 22-29 | $51,630-$57,565 |
| Best Sports Car Under $40K | Mazda MX-5 Miata | 79 | 34 | $29,905 |
| Best Large Car | Chevrolet Impala | 81 | 22 | $39,110 |
| Best Midsized SUV | Kia Sorento | 84 | 21 | $37,915 |
| Best Pickup Truck | Ford F-150 | 76-77 | 16-17 | $45,750-$46,755 |
| Best Minivan | Toyota Sienna | 78-80 | 19-20 | $35,810-$38,201 |
My Recommendation for Car Shoppers
TrueCar, RydeShopper, and CarsDirect are the best way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings.- Gregg Fidan
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Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate the best car deals. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject of car buying and taught thousands of car shoppers how to get the best deals.
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