Standard or hybrid, SUV or truck — whatever you drive, this list of top-rated cars is something to consider before your next vehicle purchase.
The winners of the Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2025 have been announced. Edmunds, a vehicle research and review group, grants these awards annually to recognize the best new vehicles on the market, regardless of when they were released to consumers.
This year’s winners reflect today’s trends, as they include a number of electric and hybrid vehicles.
Winners come in a variety of styles and fuel types, and there are several affordable options as well. Let’s see which vehicles made the list.
Honda Civic Hybrid
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Car 2025
Edmunds says, “The latest Civic may be the best Honda has ever produced.” Its most outstanding features include its 49 mpg fuel economy and 200 horsepower engine.
Tesla Model 3
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Electric Car 2025
In 2025, the Tesla Model 3 received an improved suspension and upgraded interior materials, Car and Driver says.
It has an MSRP starting at $44,000, according to Kelley Blue Book. Its maximum range is 363 miles per charge.
Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated SUV 2025
Edmunds says the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is in a class of its own. Its standout features include an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined driving fuel economy on its base powertrain. It has a third row large enough for adults to sit together comfortably. It also includes a number of advanced driver aids and Toyota’s voice recognition system, which Edmunds considers one of the best.
Kia EV9
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Electric SUV 2025
The Kia EV9 won the same title in 2024. It can sit up to seven adults and has an available package that will let you tow up to 5,000 pounds. It can get you on the road quickly, charging from 10% to 80% in about 24 minutes. A full charge can keep you on the road for between 230 and 304 miles, depending on the specific model.
Ford Ranger
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Truck 2025
The Ford Ranger can do “big-truck work in a midsize package,” Edmunds says. It has a maximum 7,500 pounds of towing capacity and 1,805 pounds of maximum payload capacity. It also provides a number of helpful driver aids and comes with a “quality” interior.
Rivian R1T
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Electric Truck 2025
The Rivian R1T has a starting MSRP of $70,000. For that price, you can get the standard model that comes with an EPA-estimated range of 270 miles and a 533 horsepower engine.
Honda Civic Hybrid
Award this model earned from Edmunds: Top Rated Best of the Best 2025
The Honda Civic Hybrid makes it onto Edmunds’ list of winners twice this year, being rated Best of the Best 2025 after being named the Top Rated Car 2025. Kelley Blue Book notes that despite the car’s power, it’s also very efficient.
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