Editor's Picks: Newsweek 2023 Autos Awards

2023 Auto Awards

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Editors' Picks

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All aspects of the vehicle were under consideration as Newsweek's editorial team chose their hand-picked favorites to earn these awards. Hands-on u

All aspects of the vehicle were under consideration as Newsweek's editorial team chose their hand-picked favorites to earn these awards. Hands-on use of these technologies and significant time spent behind the wheel of the vehicles informed the votes for these winners.

Best Technology Features

Ford Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch

Ford Onboard Scales use sensors to give a live reading of hauling weight while the bed of the pickup is being loaded. Smart Hitch takes into account a Ford Onboard Scales use sensors to give a live reading of hauling weight while the bed of the pickup is being loaded. Smart Hitch takes into account a trailer’s size, calculates its tongue weight and provides guidance on weight distribution or hitch overloading. Smart Hitch can also guide owners through adjusting a weight redistributing hitch.

Mercedes-Benz Active Lane Change Assist

Active Lane Change Assist works when a driver touches the turn signal to the left or right and the Mercedes-Benz vehicle cooperatively assists the dri Active Lane Change Assist works when a driver touches the turn signal to the left or right and the Mercedes-Benz vehicle cooperatively assists the driver in changing lanes. The car uses sensors to detect that there are no approaching vehicles and that the adjacent lane is separated from the present lane by broken lane markings. In the U.S. and Canada, it does this automatically, overtaking when a slower vehicle is ahead. It can also work in tandem with navigation, moving a vehicle into the correct lane to exit the highway.

Land Rover Range Rover Body and Soul Seat

The Body and Soul Seat (BASS), featured in the new Range Rover Sport SV, puts membranes in the seats that act like subwoofers, allowing driver and pas The Body and Soul Seat (BASS), featured in the new Range Rover Sport SV, puts membranes in the seats that act like subwoofers, allowing driver and passenger to literally feel the lower frequencies in their chosen music. The company partnered with audio and recording company Subpac, which uses AI software to create a more engaging experience. BASS works in conjunction with the powerful, 29-speaker Meridian Signature Sound System.

Rolls-Royce Magic Carpet Ride

Rolls-Royce’s signature Magic Carpet Ride comes from a collection of digital and analog suspension features. Its Planar Suspension uses cameras to s Rolls-Royce’s signature Magic Carpet Ride comes from a collection of digital and analog suspension features. Its Planar Suspension uses cameras to scan the road ahead to preemptively compensate for bumps and potholes, preventing road imperfections from being passed onto occupants. Its wheels act independently to prevent rocking when one side of the vehicle rolls over uneven pavement.

Ford Pro Intelligence

Ford’s fleet management software tracks and monitors fuel costs and works with almost all business payment methods. The system tallies important dat Ford’s fleet management software tracks and monitors fuel costs and works with almost all business payment methods. The system tallies important data on vehicles of any make, no matter the propulsion system. It can optimize vehicle cycles for more efficiency and helps companies automate maintenance and repair. For security, it also allows owners to track information on their drivers including record checks and monitoring, license expiration dates and how many points they have on their licenses.

Vehicle Editors’ Picks

BMW i7

Despite its aggressively futuristic looks, the i7 carries the weight of the 7 Series’ decades-long history of luxury and power. The top i7 xDriveM70 Despite its aggressively futuristic looks, the i7 carries the weight of the 7 Series’ decades-long history of luxury and power. The top i7 xDriveM70 model is now the quickest and most powerful electric BMW with 650 horsepower and a zero-to-60 time of 3.5 seconds. The entire range also features the BMW Curved Display with a 12.3-inch driver information screen behind the steering wheel and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen on the console. Additionally, the BMW Interaction Bar debuts touch-sensitive control panels for adjusting climate, hazard lights and other functions.

Honda Pilot

Honda accentuated what was good about the previous Pilot three-row SUV, made it safer and added more family-friendly features for 2023. As the only mo Honda accentuated what was good about the previous Pilot three-row SUV, made it safer and added more family-friendly features for 2023. As the only model in its class with eight-passenger seating and a panoramic glass roof, the Pilot also now has best-in-class overall passenger space and cargo volume behind the third row. New front Body Stabilizing Seats reduce fatigue and on long roadtrips the seats can be folded (or the second row removed) for more hauling capability. The Pilot is also versatile, with a 5,000-pound towing capacity. The available TrailSport trim adds an extra inch of ground clearance, all-terrain tires and an off-road-tuned suspension.

Genesis Electrified GV70

The Electrified GV70 competes with some of the biggest names in EVs: Tesla, Mercedes-Benz and Cadillac. The car’s interior design takes new-age tech The Electrified GV70 competes with some of the biggest names in EVs: Tesla, Mercedes-Benz and Cadillac. The car’s interior design takes new-age technology and combines it with classic luxury and comfort. The GV70’s seats are comfortable and hold riders in place with ease. Adjusting the car’s climate system is straightforward. The GV70’s simple forms and surfaces are complemented by intricate design details. The two-row SUV is a joy to drive with power at the ready and engaging handling. Use the Boost function to add more get-up-and-go in passing situations.

Chevrolet Trax

The new Chevrolet Trax proves that small, inexpensive crossovers can also be handsome and feature-rich. This latest generation of the SUV is roomier a The new Chevrolet Trax proves that small, inexpensive crossovers can also be handsome and feature-rich. This latest generation of the SUV is roomier and more stylish than the last, which sets it further apart from the Chevy Trailblazer despite their similar size. It comes in five trim levels, each with a unique personality and an 8- or 11-inch infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a host of desirable safety features come standard. The Trax starts at just over $20,000, making it one of the least expensive vehicles on the market today.

Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a winner because of its combination of frugality and capability. Only offered with all-wheel drive, the five-passenger Crosstr The Subaru Crosstrek is a winner because of its combination of frugality and capability. Only offered with all-wheel drive, the five-passenger Crosstrek can handle itself on- and off-road. It rides higher than the average hatchback and has more space than one too. It gets over 34 miles per gallon and can go over 500 miles between fill-ups. Subaru’s comprehensive suite of safety technology comes standard. The specially equipped Crosstrek Wilderness comes with more off-roading prowess and the ability to camp on the roof of the SUV.

Awards

Brand Awards

Newsweek’s Brand Awards recognizes brands for excellence across their lineup, in specific categories.

Best Car Lineup

Best SUV Lineup

Best Truck Lineup

Most Innovative Vehicle Brand

Most Improved Vehicle Brand

Best Brand For Your Buck

Most Improved Vehicle Brand

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Vehicle Technology Awards

Newsweek’s Vehicle Technology Awards reward companies that have created technology that checks boxes for users in a practical, visually appealing and easy-to-use way.

Best Infotainment User Experience

Best Driver Assist Technology

Best Entertainment Technology

Best Family-Friendly Technology

Best Passenger Ecosystem

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Editors’ Picks

All aspects of the vehicle were under consideration as Newsweek’s editorial team chose their hand-picked favorites to earn these awards.

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Vehicle Awards

Rankings of these awards are dependent on how the model compares to its competition in physical features and packaging, as well as drive impressions. The best score in each category determined the winner.
Vehicles were considered as a whole, rather than on a trim level/grade basis.
Premium and luxury vehicle eligibility was dictated by entry model price point and the broad positioning of the vehicle in the market.

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Vehicle Interior Awards

Vehicle interiors are awarded wins based on experiential testing for comfort, style, materials quality, layout, seamlessness of technology display and use, unique offerings, overall attractiveness and sound deadening efforts, among other things.

Best Car Interior

Best Truck Interior

Best SUV Interior

Best Premium Vehicle Interior

Best Luxury Vehicle Interior

Best Super Luxury Vehicle Interior

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Family Vehicle Awards

Newsweek’s Family Vehicle Awards compared the vehicle’s physical features and packaging with drive impressions, Additional considerations were given for how the vehicle functions for a family including cargo ease of use/innovative solutions, cup holders, technology applications, charging port availability, etc.Best Family CarBest Family SUVBest Family Truck

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