Consumer Reports exposes best two thousand sixteen cars, brands
The Ford F-150 pickup — already a sales champ — also wins Consumer Report’s praise as the best in class as part of the magazine’s two thousand sixteen ratings of individual models and automotive brands.
The F-150, with an innovative aluminum bod for lighter weight and better fuel economy, is Ford’s very first model winner since the two thousand twelve rankings and tops this category for the very first time since 1999. The magazine praised the F-150 for its good fuel economy, quiet and spacious cabin and easy-to-use infotainment system (a strong upgrade from a previous problem area).
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Several redesigned models got top pick status. “This year several automakers have truly hit the mark with their redesigned vehicles,” said Mark Rechtin, head of content development for Consumer Reports. “This year’s top picks include refreshed models like the Lexus RX that have vaulted back to the top of their respective categories after lengthy absences.”
In automotive brand rankings, Audi topped the list followed by Subaru (see bottom for the Consumer Reports’ total brand ranking). Lexus, a frequent winner in the past, was third with Porsche fourth, BMW fifth and Mazda sixth. Buick ranked seventh — the only Detroit-based brand to make the top Ten. Toyota was eighth, Kia ninth and Honda took the tenth spot.
Consumer Reports computes its rankings based on a combination of test-drive scores by the magazine’s staff and projected reliability as ranked by a survey of its readers. Ford, Lincoln and Chevrolet finished in the middle of the thirty brands ranked. All Fiat-Chrysler brands, including Jeep, finished in the bottom third with Fiat dead last.
Here are some other highlights of the Consumer Reports rankings:
- The Toyota Camry, the best-selling sedan in this country, topped the midsized car category, displacing past winner Honda Accord. The magazine praised the Camry for a roomy interior, good visibility and outstanding reliability.
- Subaru gained its number two brand ranking partly by having two category winners. The Forester topped puny SUVs, with special praise of its all-wheel drive system. Impreza was the top compact car, with citation of its safety equipment and good crash test results.
- Chevrolet Impala ranked as the best large car, the only domestic winner besides the Ford F-150. Test drivers said it combined a comfy rail with responsive treating.
- Since rankings are based stringently on cars presently for sale, they excluded Volkswagen and Audi diesels. Sales were halted for both after Volkswagen AG, the parent company, admitted having manipulated emission test results. The magazine weighed in on this issue in light of Audi getting the top brand score. “Despite Audi’s score, Consumer Reports strongly believes that Volkswagen AG should be held accountable for manipulating emissions testing with its vehicles,” a statement said.
Consumer Reports exposes best two thousand sixteen cars and brands, including Audi, Subaru and Buick – CBS News
Consumer Reports exposes best two thousand sixteen cars, brands
The Ford F-150 pickup — already a sales champ — also wins Consumer Report’s praise as the best in class as part of the magazine’s two thousand sixteen ratings of individual models and automotive brands.
The F-150, with an innovative aluminum bod for lighter weight and better fuel economy, is Ford’s very first model winner since the two thousand twelve rankings and tops this category for the very first time since 1999. The magazine praised the F-150 for its good fuel economy, quiet and spacious cabin and easy-to-use infotainment system (a strong upgrade from a previous problem area).
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Several redesigned models got top pick status. “This year several automakers have indeed hit the mark with their redesigned vehicles,” said Mark Rechtin, head of content development for Consumer Reports. “This year’s top picks include refreshed models like the Lexus RX that have vaulted back to the top of their respective categories after lengthy absences.”
In automotive brand rankings, Audi topped the list followed by Subaru (see bottom for the Consumer Reports’ utter brand ranking). Lexus, a frequent winner in the past, was third with Porsche fourth, BMW fifth and Mazda sixth. Buick ranked seventh — the only Detroit-based brand to make the top Ten. Toyota was eighth, Kia ninth and Honda took the tenth spot.
Consumer Reports computes its rankings based on a combination of test-drive scores by the magazine’s staff and projected reliability as ranked by a survey of its readers. Ford, Lincoln and Chevrolet finished in the middle of the thirty brands ranked. All Fiat-Chrysler brands, including Jeep, finished in the bottom third with Fiat dead last.
Here are some other highlights of the Consumer Reports rankings:
- The Toyota Camry, the best-selling sedan in this country, topped the midsized car category, displacing past winner Honda Accord. The magazine praised the Camry for a roomy interior, good visibility and outstanding reliability.
- Subaru gained its number two brand ranking partly by having two category winners. The Forester topped petite SUVs, with special praise of its all-wheel drive system. Impreza was the top compact car, with citation of its safety equipment and excellent crash test results.
- Chevrolet Impala ranked as the best large car, the only domestic winner besides the Ford F-150. Test drivers said it combined a convenient rail with responsive treating.