Rankings of these awards are dependent on how the model compares to its competition in physical features and packaging, as well as drive impression
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.
The sixth-generation Impreza debuted at last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show with fresh styling inspired by the Crosstrek and new technology from front
The sixth-generation Impreza debuted at last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show with fresh styling inspired by the Crosstrek and new technology from front to back. It’s one of the few small cars that offers all-wheel drive as standard equipment, but it’s also fuel efficient and fun to drive. In a big change from the last-generation, the new Impreza is now only offered in hatchback form.
The Honda Accord has always been the easy choice for buyers. In almost every generation it has outclassed and outperformed its competition. That’s s
The Honda Accord has always been the easy choice for buyers. In almost every generation it has outclassed and outperformed its competition. That’s still true, but now the Accord is even further ahead of the pack with a long list of standard and available advanced infotainment, safety and driver assistance technology. It also features Google Built-In, which comes with Assistant, Maps and the Google Play store.
The Acura TLX has been bordering on full-blown luxury for years. The latest five-passenger sedan now offers a sportier Type S model with 355 horsepowe
The Acura TLX has been bordering on full-blown luxury for years. The latest five-passenger sedan now offers a sportier Type S model with 355 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Advanced safety and driver assist systems are available and it comes with a standard next-generation passenger front airbag designed to reduce head and neck injuries. The refined cabin is offered with open-pore wood, Milano leather and 16-way power adjustable front seats.
The elegant design of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes along with robust powertrain options and advanced technology. The E-Class has the latest inf
The elegant design of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes along with robust powertrain options and advanced technology. The E-Class has the latest infotainment technology, including an available front passenger entertainment screen. It also has best-in-class driver assistance features, like Lane Change Assist, which automatically changes lanes on the highway under specific conditions. High-end materials and thoughtful interior elements make this E-Class a big upgrade from the last generation.
What if a minivan didn’t look like a minivan? That’s the Kia Carnival. As practical as the Carnival is for family travel, upgraded versions are al
What if a minivan didn’t look like a minivan? That’s the Kia Carnival. As practical as the Carnival is for family travel, upgraded versions are also great for executive transportation. North Americans can choose from seven- or eight-passenger seating with the option of airline-style first-class second row seats. Standard equipment includes an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging and Bluetooth. It’s also one of the safest minivans on the road with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Parking Distance Warning-Reverse and Lane Keeping Assist technology.
The Seltos was freshened inside and out for the 2024 model year, making it one of the best options on the market today for budget shoppers. Design upg
The Seltos was freshened inside and out for the 2024 model year, making it one of the best options on the market today for budget shoppers. Design upgrades include a larger tiger-nose grille bookended by LED headlamps, fresh wheel designs and a power liftgate. It comes in front- or all-wheel drive and has a surprisingly zippy powertrain in the highest grades. The Seltos goes big on technology with an available Digital Key, which lets owners use their compatible iPhone, Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy smart devices as virtual vehicle keys to lock, unlock and drive.
The Sportage is the longest running nameplate from the Kia brand and one of the most versatile in its lineup, with gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid
The Sportage is the longest running nameplate from the Kia brand and one of the most versatile in its lineup, with gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid options. High-end versions are particularly well-equipped for their price point. The plug-in model allows drivers to go 32 miles on electricity alone before switching to hybrid functionality and can recharge its battery in just two hours. Sportage is also surprisingly capable off-road, rivaling Subarus.
The new Grand Highlander is 6 inches longer than the Highlander, with more space for third-row passengers and smarter storage options for bags, equipm
The new Grand Highlander is 6 inches longer than the Highlander, with more space for third-row passengers and smarter storage options for bags, equipment and devices. The big SUV is also a step-up in luxury from the Highlander with better materials and more technology offered. Its cabin features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a sliding center console that can hold a tablet and wireless charging. Driver and passenger get their own USB ports, as well as a tray for cords and other storage. There are three engine options, including a hybrid that returns 34 miles per gallon on the highway.
The Grand Wagoneer wins with luxury, comfort and convenience features, with the added advantage of having hallmark Jeep 4x4 capability. It can seat a
The Grand Wagoneer wins with luxury, comfort and convenience features, with the added advantage of having hallmark Jeep 4x4 capability. It can seat a maximum of eight passengers and offers reclining second row captain’s chairs in the seven-person layout. For 2023, it has a new engine lineup including a new twin-turbocharged V6 or a 6.4-liter V8, both with plenty of power. Its technology is industry-leading with up to 75 total inches of screen in the first and second row. It has Wi-Fi and Amazon Fire TV, meaning front- and second-row passengers can watch Prime, Netflix or surf the web.
The Kia EV9 is one of the first three-row electric SUVs on the market and it packs a punch. It can get around 300 miles of range on a single charge. P
The Kia EV9 is one of the first three-row electric SUVs on the market and it packs a punch. It can get around 300 miles of range on a single charge. Power is prodigious but not overwhelming and with its low center of gravity, it handles like a much smaller vehicle. The third row is easy to climb into and sit in, even for adults, and there are storage spaces aplenty. Its luxury styling and modern cabin design make the EV9 a leader among SUVs of all shapes, sizes and powertrains.
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV gets styling, ride, handling and comfort right. It comes in either a single- or dual-motor setup and goes up to 279 miles wi
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV gets styling, ride, handling and comfort right. It comes in either a single- or dual-motor setup and goes up to 279 miles without needing to recharge. Its standard air suspension helps the SUV ride smoothly over bumps in the road and lowers the vehicle to achieve optimal aerodynamics when more dynamic driving is requested. A new navigation system function plans the fastest and most convenient route, including charging stops. It also calculates the expected costs for refueling.
The Hyundai Santa Cruz brings a right-sized bed for adventure seekers who prefer a more carlike ride. It is offered with all-wheel drive and has under
The Hyundai Santa Cruz brings a right-sized bed for adventure seekers who prefer a more carlike ride. It is offered with all-wheel drive and has underbody protection for light off-roading. The Santa Cruz wins for its convenience features, with dozens of ways to store cargo in the bed and a lockable tonneau cover for privacy, as well as good small-item storage in the cabin. Under the bed floor is a watertight, illuminated space that can be secured; it opens near the edge of the bed at the tailgate and has a door that can easily be propped open.
GMC only sells the Canyon in one cab-box combination—crew cab with a short bed. From there, buyers can choose two- or four-wheel drive. There are se
GMC only sells the Canyon in one cab-box combination—crew cab with a short bed. From there, buyers can choose two- or four-wheel drive. There are several trim levels including the luxury Denali and off-road-ready AT4 model. All models come with a powerful engine that’s matched with a smoothly operating transmission. The 11.3-inch infotainment screen displays clean, crisp graphics. The Canyon is quieter to ride in than some cars and SUVs. It’s also stable to drive, reasonably easy to maneuver and easy to park.
GMC has honed the Sierra 1500 over decades. Today, there are four engine options, and it has a towing capacity of up to 13,200 pounds. Its MultiPro ta
GMC has honed the Sierra 1500 over decades. Today, there are four engine options, and it has a towing capacity of up to 13,200 pounds. Its MultiPro tailgate can act as a table, a chair, a step to get up into the bed or a load stop to extend the bed. Top-tier grades offer the most refined interior in its class and are available with Super Cruise hands-free, eyes-on driving assistance technology that works even when a trailer is attached.
Rolls-Royce Spectre, The first electric vehicle from Rolls-Royce is—as you’d expect—superlative. With no gasoline engine, the new Spectre is whi
Rolls-Royce Spectre, The first electric vehicle from Rolls-Royce is—as you’d expect—superlative. With no gasoline engine, the new Spectre is whisper quiet on the road but has more power than the average sports car and a top speed of 155 miles per hour. It has a range of 320 miles on a full charge. It’s Magic Carpet Ride technology uses hundreds of hardware and software pieces to essentially eliminate cabin judders from rough roads. The colors, patterns, textures and styles of the interior can be fully customized with bespoke services offered to fit the budgets of multimillionaires. The Spectre is sold out for years to come.
As the most powerful Land Rover ever, the Range Rover Sport SV features a mild-hybrid engine delivering 626 horsepower and a supercar-like zero-to-60
As the most powerful Land Rover ever, the Range Rover Sport SV features a mild-hybrid engine delivering 626 horsepower and a supercar-like zero-to-60 time of 3.6 seconds. It offers the luxury Range Rover buyers are used to, but appropriately amplified for the SV’s price point. The new Body and Soul Seats (BASS) let occupants feel the sound coming from the audio system in their arms and legs. All-wheel drive, all-wheel steering, torque vectoring and an active locking rear differential make the Range Rover Sport SV supremely off-road capable.
The Aston Martin DB12 traces its lineage back to the origins of the company and is the first in the British brand’s next generation of sports cars.
The Aston Martin DB12 traces its lineage back to the origins of the company and is the first in the British brand’s next generation of sports cars. Starting with its twin-turbocharged V8 making 671 horsepower, the DB12 is made for chewing up highway miles, though it’s just as happy hunkered down in a high-speed turn. The DB12 features a new infotainment system on a 10.25-inch screen while supporting wireless smartphone integration. Bridge of Weir leather surrounds driver and passengers and a quilted pattern is applied to the Alcantara fabric seats. Starting price for the model is around $250,000.
Starting with style, the new Seltos blends futuristic design with a traditional body shape. Its interior comes with more digital real estate for a cle
Starting with style, the new Seltos blends futuristic design with a traditional body shape. Its interior comes with more digital real estate for a cleaner look on the upper part of the dashboard, but still retains some buttons and knobs for common features and climate control. Under the hood, a new 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder option makes 20 more horsepower than the outgoing model for a total of 195. Despite that, it still delivers an EPA-estimated 26 miles per gallon combined city and highway.
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.
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.
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.
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
