Choosing which car you’ll buy is no easy decision – you’ll drive that vehicle for years to come, and you want to make sure your choice is reliable, high-quality, and fulfills every one of your needs. Fortunately, experts in the auto world can offer their opinions to help make the decision easier.
Only a few cars earn the title of the best of the year, and reviewers and auto pros select these top vehicles for a number of reasons. Check out which vehicles Car and Driver and Consumer Reports ranked as the very best cars of 2019.
Car and Driver’s 2019 10 Best Cars
When it comes to knowing cars, there are few sources as reputable as Car and Driver. And year after year, Car and Driver offers its 10 Best Cars list, naming the vehicles that pack personality, driving capabilities, and promising performance.
For 2019, Car and Driver selected the following vehicles as their 10 best cars available right now.
BMW M2 Competition
Base Price: $59,895
Power: 405hp
MPG: 19-20 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: If you’re looking for a car that will surprise you at every turn, the BMW M2 Competition is the best choice. It’s small, but it’s designed to be a speed demon with a twin-turbocharged inline-six S55 engine. Although the BMW M2 is pint-sized, it certainly makes a statement on the road – it has explosive power, which gives drivers a real thrill when accelerating. You’ll go from 0 to 60 in just four fast seconds.
Chevrolet Corvette
Base Price: $66,590 to $80,590
Power: 460-650hp
MPG: 17-19 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: While most Corvette drivers don’t purchase such a speed-centric vehicle for their daily lives, the latest iteration of the Chevrolet Corvette is actually a perfect daily-use car. Both the Grand Sport and Z06 versions offer a composed, effortless ride, and they’re more balanced than past performance-focused versions. The latest Corvette features excellent performance, an engaging drive, and acts like a supercar.
Ford Mustang GT
Base Price: $36,350 to $47,590
Power: 460-480hp
MPG: 18-19 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: While the Ford Mustang might have fallen off many “best of” lists in recent years, 2019 introduces an entirely new kind of Mustang. Featuring a completely remastered exterior and updated performance, the latest Mustang includes Ford’s new MagneRide, or electronically adaptive shocks system. And additional engine options and trim levels give the Mustang plenty of exciting features.
Genesis G70
Base Price: $35,385 to $46,745
Power: 252-365hp
MPG: 20-25 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: Although the Genesis is still a relative newcomer in the luxury market, it’s already a standout thanks to its classic proportions, polished exterior styling, and sporty yet sophisticated appearance. It offers drivers competent performance and satisfaction without unpredictability. Overall, the G70 is precise, luxurious, and almost effortless on any road.
Honda Accord
Base Price: $24,615 to $36,845
Power: 192-252hp
MPG: 26-48 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: With a long history on Car and Driver’s 10 Best list, the Honda Accord’s appearance for 2019 is no mistake. This dynamic, reliable, and well-engineered vehicle is a staple on roads everywhere, and for good reason. The latest model features a ton of finely-tuned elements, from the primary controls to the pedals to the gearbox. While it may not be the most stylish car, it’s certainly one of the most enjoyable to drive – and it’s incredibly practical.
Honda Civic
Base Price: $22,045 to $36,595
Power: 180-306hp
MPG: 25-33 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: Although the Honda Civic may be an average, everyday vehicle, it’s still keeping up with its reputation as one of the best for 2019. This economy car offers so much for its price tag: a bold, responsive drive, strong acceleration, and finely-tuned handling. Despite its budget-friendly status, the latest Civic offers enough power and surpasses expectations to make it perfect for commuters and everyday drivers.
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Base Price: $26,625 to $34,825
Power: 181hp
MPG: 29-30 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: Sometimes, you can have fun when you’re driving – and there’s no vehicle better for fun than the newest Mazda MX-5 Miata. The perfect “first sports car” for all kinds of drivers, the Miata is meant for nothing more than pleasure on the road. With well calibrated responsiveness, excellent calibration, and an exciting 2.0-liter engine, the Miata is exciting to drive.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Base Price: $60,945 to $81,345
Power: 362-429hp
MPG: 22-24 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: If you’re looking for a vehicle that’s skilled in every possible way on the road, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the right choice. Smartly styled, able to handle any on-road scenario, and skilled handling are only a few of the components that make the E-Class a standout. With four configurations – sedan, wagon, coupe, and convertible – the E-Class packs horsepower, performance, and refinement all into one car.
Volkswagen Golf
Base Price: $22,740 to $41,495
Power: 134-288hp
MPG: 24-32 combined
What Makes This Car Stand Out: All iterations and versions of the Volkswagen Golf are topping Car and Driver’s 10 Best list for 2019, and for good reason. The Golf offers satisfying power, strong torque, and a finely-tuned suspension that turn your daily drive into something fun. With polished styling and a top-tier interior, the newest Golf is sophisticated yet capable, refined yet able to perform.
Consumer Reports Best New Cars of 2019
One of the most trusted sources for vehicle ratings and rankings, Consumer Reports is an excellent guide to which cars are reliable, meet your needs, and can perform on the road. With rigorous testing and detailed reports, you can rest confidently if a car is rated as one of the year’s best by this publication.
And for 2019, Consumer Reports has chosen its top cars in every category. With each vehicle tested on a 100-point scale, here are the cars named the very best of the best right now.
Toyota Camry Hybrid
Base Price: $23,845
Power: 203-301hp
MPG: 32 overall
What Makes This Car Stand Out: If it’s efficiency you seek, the Toyota Camry Hybrid is a stellar choice. With fantastic fuel efficiency and the ability to drive great distances, this is one hybrid that’s no slouch. The Camry, though a hybrid, is still speedy, has a smooth driving experience, and is comfortable for drivers and passengers. You won’t have to sacrifice space, safety gear, or any other aspects on this hybrid.
Audi A4
Base Price: $37,400
Power: 188-349hp
MPG: 27 overall
What Makes This Car Stand Out: One of the ultimate luxury options, the Audi A4 is a solid sports sedan – but it’s also incredibly high quality. With the latest technology, a stunningly quiet interior, and a taut, smooth ride, the A4 is a standout sedan for 2019. Behind the wheel, drivers will enjoy precise handling, a slick automatic transmission, and a smooth yet punchy engine.
Hyundai Kona
Base Price: $19,990
Power: 147-201hp
MPG: 26 overall
What Makes This Car Stand Out: Part car, part small SUV, the Hyundai Kona is modern-looking, inviting, and comfortable. This subcompact vehicle is full of high-tech features, from an easy-to-use infotainment system to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and it’s versatile when on the road. With a lean engine, strong handling, and speedy steering, the Kona is both fun and capable.
Toyota Yaris
Base Price: $15,635
Power: 106hp
MPG: 35 overall
What Makes This Car Stand Out: Although the Toyota Yaris might be a budget-friendly pick, it’s no slouch – in fact, it’s downright fun to drive and packs a few surprisingly luxurious features. With trim level choices that offer upscale details like automatic climate control and higher-end seat fabrics, the Yaris can feel like much more than its price tag implies. With a smooth ride, responsive handling, and a quick-shifting 6-speed transmission, the Yaris is nimble for its size.
BMW X-5
Base Price: $60,700
Power: 335-456hp
MPG: 23 overall
What Makes This Car Stand Out: For 2019, the BMW X-5 has undergone a total redesign. And the X-5’s new style pays off greatly, giving drivers a smooth driving experience, a strong engine, and an impressively steady ride. Inside the cabin, the X-5 is loaded with sumptuous, luxurious features that offer exceptional comfort. And plenty of advanced, high-tech safety features round out this vehicle.
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