Edmunds 2026 Top Rated Awards finalists: best cars and EVs
Edmunds 2026 Top Rated Awards finalists revealed
Edmunds 2026 Top Rated Awards finalists: best cars and EVs
Discover the finalists for Edmunds 2026 Top Rated Awards, including top cars, trucks, SUVs, and EVs. See which models lead in performance and technology.
2026-02-06T04:11:34+03:00
2026-02-06T04:11:34+03:00
2026-02-06T04:11:34+03:00
Edmunds has unveiled the finalists for its 2026 Top Rated Awards, one of the most authoritative rankings in the automotive industry. This evaluation focuses on real-world performance, efficiency, technology, and overall vehicle value. This year, the competition is particularly tight.From Classic Sedans to Powerful HybridsIn the passenger car category, the finalists are the Honda Civic Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Toyota Camry. These models showcase a blend of efficiency, comfort, and technology. The Civic prioritizes fuel economy, the Camry offers balanced performance, and the E-Class delivers premium-level features.The electric vehicle segment also features strong contenders. Finalists include the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron, BMW i5, and Tesla Model 3. These models reflect advancements in electric platforms and a software-oriented approach to automotive design.Best Pickup TrucksFord dominates the pickup truck category, with the F-150, Ranger, and Maverick all making the final cut. This underscores the breadth of Ford's lineup and its high sales figures. The F-150 remains the benchmark in its segment, the Ranger has strengthened its position with a new generation, and the Maverick attracts buyers with its efficiency.In the electric pickup segment, the Rivian R1T and GMC Sierra EV are competing. One focuses on innovation and off-road technology, while the other emphasizes scale and towing capability. Both highlight the rapid growth of the electric pickup class.Best SUVs and CrossoversSUV category finalists include the Ford Expedition, Hyundai Palisade Hybrid, and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. These models indicate a market shift toward electrification. The Tucson remains one of the most dynamic crossovers in its class, the Palisade offers premium features, and the Expedition maintains its standing among large SUVs.In the electric SUV segment, the BMW iX, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the new Ioniq 9 are vying for the top spot. These finalists demonstrate progress in 800V architectures, with a focus on range, comfort, and digital services.Overall, the Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2026 has gathered the market's strongest contenders, from classic sedans to electric flagships. The winners will be announced on February 18, but it's already clear which models are shaping this year's key trends: electrification, technological advancement, and a heightened focus on real-world user experience.
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Discover the finalists for Edmunds 2026 Top Rated Awards, including top cars, trucks, SUVs, and EVs. See which models lead in performance and technology.
Michael Powers, Editor
Edmunds has unveiled the finalists for its 2026 Top Rated Awards, one of the most authoritative rankings in the automotive industry. This evaluation focuses on real-world performance, efficiency, technology, and overall vehicle value. This year, the competition is particularly tight.
From Classic Sedans to Powerful Hybrids
In the passenger car category, the finalists are the Honda Civic Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Toyota Camry. These models showcase a blend of efficiency, comfort, and technology. The Civic prioritizes fuel economy, the Camry offers balanced performance, and the E-Class delivers premium-level features.
The electric vehicle segment also features strong contenders. Finalists include the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron, BMW i5, and Tesla Model 3. These models reflect advancements in electric platforms and a software-oriented approach to automotive design.
Best Pickup Trucks
Ford dominates the pickup truck category, with the F-150, Ranger, and Maverick all making the final cut. This underscores the breadth of Ford's lineup and its high sales figures. The F-150 remains the benchmark in its segment, the Ranger has strengthened its position with a new generation, and the Maverick attracts buyers with its efficiency.
In the electric pickup segment, the Rivian R1T and GMC Sierra EV are competing. One focuses on innovation and off-road technology, while the other emphasizes scale and towing capability. Both highlight the rapid growth of the electric pickup class.
Best SUVs and Crossovers
SUV category finalists include the Ford Expedition, Hyundai Palisade Hybrid, and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. These models indicate a market shift toward electrification. The Tucson remains one of the most dynamic crossovers in its class, the Palisade offers premium features, and the Expedition maintains its standing among large SUVs.
In the electric SUV segment, the BMW iX, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the new Ioniq 9 are vying for the top spot. These finalists demonstrate progress in 800V architectures, with a focus on range, comfort, and digital services.
Overall, the Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2026 has gathered the market's strongest contenders, from classic sedans to electric flagships. The winners will be announced on February 18, but it's already clear which models are shaping this year's key trends: electrification, technological advancement, and a heightened focus on real-world user experience.
