The Edmunds Top Rated awards are here to guide you through the vast automotive market, highlighting the best vehicles on sale today. These awards, based on rigorous testing and evaluation by Edmunds’ expert team, recognize excellence in cars, trucks, and SUVs, regardless of their debut year. With over 500 years of combined experience, the Edmunds editorial team drives, tests, and rates over 300 vehicles annually, ensuring that only the most deserving receive recognition. This guide provides a snapshot of the winners and highly recommended vehicles, offering a shortcut to finding the very best in the automotive world. Whether you’re looking for a fuel-efficient hybrid, a spacious SUV, or a powerful truck, the Edmunds Top Rated awards are designed to assist you in making an informed decision.
Top Rated Cars: Honda Civic Hybrid
- Efficiency and Technology: The Honda Civic Hybrid stands out with its exceptional hybrid efficiency and advanced technology features.
- Driving Experience: Its thoughtful design and engaging road feel make it a special car to drive, offering an elevated experience for its price point.
- Interior and Features: The interior feels more luxurious than its price suggests, with user-friendly tech features like Google integration.
- Practicality: Available as a hatchback, it offers flexibility and ample space for families, making it both sensible and sophisticated.
- Price: Accessible with a starting price of $30,000.
The Honda Civic Hybrid earns the title of Edmunds Top Rated car for 2025 by combining efficiency, technology, and practicality in an affordable package. The hybrid powertrain enhances the Civic’s already appealing characteristics, delivering more than enough power while maintaining impressive fuel economy. Edmunds’ testing revealed that the Civic Hybrid outperforms its competition, making it a joy to drive both on the test track and in real-world conditions. The interior boasts features typically found in more expensive cars, including seamless Google integration for natural voice controls and built-in Google Maps. Its spacious backseat and hatchback option further enhance its practicality, making it an ideal choice for families.
Top Rated SUVs: Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
- Spaciousness: The Grand Highlander Hybrid impresses with its abundant space, comfortably accommodating car seats, kids, and adults in the third row.
- Ride Comfort: The ride is plush and smooth, effectively absorbing cracked pavement and potholes.
- Hybrid Engine: Toyota’s hybrid engines elevate the driving experience and provide better fuel efficiency compared to standard gas versions.
- Practicality and Utility: Good amount of trunk space, but once you start folding seats down, it’s huge.
- Versatility: An outstanding three-row SUV with a fuel economy of a compact car.
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is recognized as the Edmunds Top Rated SUV for 2025, excelling in space, comfort, and hybrid technology. This three-row SUV exceeds expectations by providing ample room for passengers and cargo, making it ideal for families. Its hybrid engines not only enhance fuel efficiency but also deliver a superior driving experience compared to traditional gas models. The Grand Highlander Hybrid’s ride is exceptionally smooth, absorbing road imperfections and providing a comfortable journey for all occupants. Its family-friendly features and expansive cabin make it a top choice for those seeking a versatile and efficient SUV.
Top Rated Trucks: Ford Ranger
- Capability: The redesigned Ranger boasts impressive towing and hauling capabilities for its size, with a full 4 feet of space between the wheel wells in the bed.
- Towing Technology: Features like backup assist enhance towing confidence by simplifying trailer control during reverse maneuvers.
- Driving Comfort: The Ranger offers a smooth and comfortable ride, making it suitable for daily driving.
- Versatility: it possesses the comfort, technology, and versatility to compete with full-size trucks, all at a lower cost of entry.
- Excitement: The Raptor version enhances the driving experience.
The Ford Ranger is crowned the Edmunds Top Rated truck for 2025, combining size, capability, and versatility in one compelling package. With a comfortable interior and advanced technology, the Ranger competes with full-size trucks while offering a lower cost of entry. Its impressive towing and hauling capabilities are enhanced by features like backup assist, which simplifies trailer control. Edmunds’ testing highlighted the Ranger’s smooth on-road performance, making it a pleasure to drive daily. The availability of the Raptor version adds an element of excitement, making the Ranger a standout choice in the midsize truck segment.
Top Rated Electric Cars & SUVs: Tesla Model 3, Kia EV9, and Rivian R1T
- Tesla Model 3: The Tesla Model 3 regains its crown as the Top Rated electric car, thanks to significant updates that enhance its build quality, comfort, and range.
- Kia EV9: The Kia EV9 retains its title as the Top Rated electric SUV, offering a near-luxury experience with family-friendly features and excellent EV technology.
- Rivian R1T: The Rivian R1T is named the Top Rated electric truck, thanks to comprehensive updates that improve its range, comfort, and off-road capabilities.
- Tesla Model 3 Features: Improved build quality, better seats, smoother ride, and lower noise levels in the cabin. Additionally, long range version went 338 miles on a single charge.
- Kia EV9 Features: Exceeds EPA estimative, over 300 miles on a single charge.
- Rivian R1T Features: Nearly 400 miles of range.
The Edmunds Top Rated electric vehicles for 2025 showcase the rapid advancements in EV technology. The Tesla Model 3, with its improved build quality and extended range, reclaims its position as the top electric car. The Kia EV9 continues to impress as the top electric SUV, offering a luxurious and family-friendly experience. The Rivian R1T stands out as the top electric truck, thanks to its enhanced range, comfort, and off-road capabilities. These vehicles represent the best in their respective categories, pushing the boundaries of what shoppers can expect from electric vehicles.
Best of the Best: Honda Civic Hybrid
- Overall Excellence: Combines efficiency, technology, and practicality in an affordable package.
- Driving Experience: The interior and driving experience punch above its price tag, delivering a refined and upscale feel.
- New Standard: Sets the bar for both small cars and hybrid cars.
The Honda Civic Hybrid is not only the Edmunds Top Rated car for 2025 but also the Best of the Best, setting a new standard for hybrid technology. This vehicle’s exceptional combination of efficiency, technology, and practicality, paired with its affordable price, makes it a standout choice. The interior and driving experience elevate it beyond its price point, offering a refined and upscale feel. The Civic Hybrid is aspirational for those seeking both greater efficiency and a more enjoyable driving experience, solidifying its place as the new benchmark in the automotive market.
Conclusion
The Edmunds Top Rated 2025 awards highlight the best vehicles available to American car shoppers, with the Honda Civic Hybrid taking home the coveted Best of the Best award. The rigorous testing process ensures that only the most deserving vehicles are recognized, providing consumers with a reliable guide to making informed decisions. From the efficient and technologically advanced Honda Civic Hybrid to the spacious and comfortable Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, the versatile Ford Ranger, and the groundbreaking electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3, Kia EV9, and Rivian R1T, these winners represent the pinnacle of automotive excellence. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Edmunds remains committed to providing unbiased and comprehensive reviews to help consumers navigate the ever-changing landscape and find the perfect vehicle to meet their needs.
