Best of

After narrowing the field to the most affordable models in several popular classes based on average prices listed on Cars.com, we choose our value favorites based on features, warranties and overall performance for the money.

Along with crash tests, safety features and accommodation of family members and their gear, we consider family-friendly features and overall excellence.

Along with general excellence, the best cars represent ultimate luxury in their class and/or are exceptionally well-rounded, providing their luxury along with above-average usability and drivability.

For the best eco-friendly cars, we consider all vehicles that reduce consumption and/or minimize the release of carbon and pollutants, regardless of fuel type.

We drove our newly purchased 2020 Hyundai Palisade to Canada and tested its real-world gas mileage.

We drove our newly purchased 2020 Hyundai Palisade to Canada and tested its real-world gas mileage.

For our Best Of award, our watchwords are quality, innovation and value. See the winner and nominees for best car of 2020.

For our Pickup Truck of the Year award, our watch words are power, capability and value. Here are the best pickup trucks for 2020.

Along with crash tests, safety features and accommodation of family members and their gear, our Family Car of the Year award considers family-friendly features and overall excellence.

Rather than an accolade limited to the most powerful sports cars, our Most Fun-to-Drive Car of the Year award is open to any model of any type that's defined by how fun it is to drive, be that on a racetrack or not.

Along with general excellence, the best cars represent ultimate luxury in their class and/or are exceptionally well-rounded, providing their luxury along with above-average usability and drivability.