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If you’re in the market for a new car in 2026, look no further.
Our friends at Consumer Reports have compiled a list of the best new cars in 2026. They tested hundreds of vehicles, searching for the ones that deliver the best value, most reliability, and are fun to drive.
Continue reading to see which made the list and why.
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Honda $HMC Civic Hybrid ($29,395-$33,595) delivers an impressive 44 mpg overall and stands out for its powerful 2.0-liter engine producing 200 horsepower, smooth power delivery, and engaging performance on winding roads — all are a pretty affordable price for a new car.
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The Toyota $TM Camry ($29,100-$37,025) achieves an excellent 48 mpg overall as a hybrid-only model and earns praise for its comfortable ride paired with capable handling, practical interior space, intuitive controls with physical buttons, and improved dependability. There's a reason it's made the list year-after-year.
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The Subaru Crosstrek ($26,995-$34,995) gets 29 mpg overall with its standard all-wheel drive and impresses reviewers with its exceptional ride quality that smooths out rough pavement, nimble handling, and increased ground clearance for easy entry and exit.
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The Subaru Forester Hybrid ($36,595-$43,295) returns 34 mpg overall and wins favor for its full-time mechanical all-wheel-drive system, easy accessibility, excellent sightlines, smooth ride, strong safety features, and generous interior room.
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The Toyota $TM Grand Highlander Hybrid ($41,660-$59,575) achieves a remarkable 35 mpg overall and earns recognition for providing genuine three-row seating with adult-sized space in every position, smooth driving manners with 18-inch wheels, and hybrid efficiency matching compact SUVs.
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The Lexus NX Hybrid ($41,955-$57,805) delivers 38 mpg overall with all-wheel drive and receives high marks for its refined power delivery with electric assist, premium cabin materials with high-quality construction, and exceptionally comfortable front seating.
7 / 10
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BMW X5 ($67,600-$129,700) achieves 23 mpg overall for the non-hybrid model and stands out for its upscale interior featuring premium materials, perfectly contoured seats built for long drives, sports-sedan-level acceleration, and fun driving.
8 / 10
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Ford $F Maverick Hybrid ($28,145-$41,425) returns an outstanding 37 mpg overall with front-wheel drive and earns praise for its affordable starting price, surprisingly spacious cabin, comfortable ride quality, and versatility as both a daily commuter and weekend utility vehicle.
9 / 10
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Ford $F F-150 Hybrid ($37,290-$79,005) gets 20 mpg overall and receives recognition for its enhanced dependability, muscular 3.5-liter turbocharged hybrid engine with 570 pound-feet of torque for serious towing capability, roomy interior, straightforward controls, and helpful towing assistance features.
10 / 10
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Tesla $TSLA Model Y ($39,990-$59,990) achieves 123 mpge overall and earns top marks for its extensive driving range, sports-car-like acceleration and handling, practical hatchback design, access to the extensive Supercharger network, improved ride comfort, quieter cabin, and steadily improving dependability.
