The Best Cars

When you’re shopping for a new car, it’s crucial to choose the right model. The best cars excel in key areas like reliability, resale value and safety. These models are also fun to drive, comfortable to ride in and have a desirable style. We’ve identified the top-rated vehicles by analyzing our data on 33 different categories of cars, trucks and SUVs based on their quality score, which is calculated using iSeeCars’ combined assessments of vehicle dependability, owner satisfaction and occupant protection. The results are listed in order of overall score, from the highest-scoring models to those that are the least reliable.

The Porsche 911 is the benchmark sports car for good reason. Its latest generation is an objective improvement in nearly every measurable way, from a more efficient, faster powertrain to a sharper-handling chassis and more advanced driver-assistance features. Plus, it still offers the unmistakable thrill of driving one of the world’s most desirable cars.

BMW’s newest 3-series is a chameleon of a car that can dance down a winding road, tip-toe through town and blaze down an interstate as effortlessly as it handles commuter traffic. It’s an incredibly capable car that’s also well-equipped and roomy, even with the optional second row of seats in place.

If you’re shopping for a family SUV, the Honda Pilot is an excellent choice with lots of space for passengers and cargo, a refined powertrain and a capable off-road version that can tackle light trails with ease. The Pilot is also a great-looking and well-appointed model with an attractive cabin and plenty of standard features.

The Nissan Rogue is one of the most popular and dependable vehicles on the market, offering a spacious cabin, impressive fuel economy and a wide array of available active safety technologies. It’s also an excellent-handling crossover with a muscular V-6 engine and sporty styling.

Hyundai’s hot hatch is a bit of a wildcard, with boisterous athleticism and an affordable starting price that makes it one of the more appealing options in this segment. Its turbo three-cylinder engine delivers tenacious cornering grip and a snarling exhaust note, and it’s packed with desirable driver assistance and convenience features.

Despite its diminutive size, the Fiesta is an engaging little sports car with old-school driving pleasure. Its peppy flat-four engine and spirited handling make it a hoot to row through its gears on curvy roads. Plus, the Fiesta is packed with popular standard tech features for a bargain-basement price.