Edmunds Names Its Top Vehicles of 2026

Honda Civic Hybrid wins best car, the Ford Maverick best truck
By Newser Editors and Wire Services
Posted Feb 19, 2026 12:38 PM CST
Edmunds Names Its Top Vehicles for 2026
This photo provided by Edmunds shows the Tesla Model 3, the Edmunds Top Rated Electric Car for 2026.   (Courtesy of Edmunds via AP)

The auto site Edmunds is out with its annual Top Rated Awards for the best new cars, trucks, and SUVs. The reviews, via the AP:

  • Top Rated Car: Honda Civic Hybrid. The Civic maintains its spot from last year as the Edmunds Top Rated Car for 2026. With its available hybrid powertrain, the Civic achieves up to an EPA-estimated 49mpg in combined city/highway driving. Starting price: $30,590.
  • Top Rated Electric Car: Tesla Model 3. The small sedan boasts an affordable starting price, ample range, and helpful technology features, according to Edmunds. In the independent Edmunds EV Range Test, the Model 3 Long Range All-Wheel Drive went 338 miles on a single charge. Starting price: $38,630.

  • Top Rated SUV: Hyundai Palisade Hybrid. It's more powerful and noticeably quicker than the standard gasoline version and gets up to an EPA-estimated 34mpg combined, which is excellent fuel economy for a big family-hauling SUV. Starting price: $45,760.
  • Top Rated Electric SUV: Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an affordable five-seat electric SUV that appeals to nearly anyone looking for an EV. The comfortable and roomy interior feels high-tech and has plenty of room for passengers. Starting price: $36,600.
  • Top Rated Truck: Ford Maverick. Ford once again earns an Edmunds Top Rated Truck award, but this time it's the compact Ford Maverick taking home the trophy. The Maverick is much easier to maneuver around town than a full-size, or even a midsize, truck, and you have a choice between a fuel-sipping hybrid or a powerful turbocharged engine. It has a small but useful cargo bed and a maximum towing capacity of 4,000 pounds. Starting price: $28,990.
  • Top Rated Electric Truck: Rivian R1T. Changes made to Rivian R1T electric pickup last year keep it at the top of the electric truck list. The styling is distinctive, and its stable handling and rapid acceleration can make you question whether you're driving a pickup or a performance car. In the independent Edmunds EV Range Test, a dual-motor, Max battery-equipped R1T went 390 miles on a charge, excellent range for its class. Starting price: $74,885.

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