2020 Best Vehicle Brand Awards

The best car brands in our rankings

Choosing the right vehicle can be challenging, as buyers have to choose from over 35 brands that sell cars, trucks, and SUVs in the United States. However, most consumers consider several options from several car manufacturers before making a decision.

With automobile brands being constantly introduced, redesigned and discontinued in the US market, it is no wonder consumers wonder where the best quality falls in each category. However, we are here to help you through this tedious process.

Our Best Vehicle Brands Awards include a range of new and old brands (as well as all marketing terms) to showcase brands that shine in the fields that matter to you. Awards are given in recognition of the best brands of cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles and trucks. Read on to find out which brands should be at the top of your shopping list.

2020 Best Vehicle Brand Awards

• Best Car Brand: Mazda
• Best SUV Brand: Kia
• Best Truck Brand: Ram
• Best Luxury Brand: Porsche

Best car brand: Mazda

Mazda is back for the fifth time to claim the Best Car Brand Award, thanks to its winning combination of performance parts and excellent interior quality. Its three models, Mazda3, Mazda6 and MX-5 Miata, each are unique, but they all feature outstanding performance in their respective classes. Mazda vehicles also feature interiors that meet luxury standards in terms of comfort and quality of materials.

Mazda3 has been redesigned for 2019 and is now one of our best compact cars. Attractive handling, comfortable ride and smooth powertrain make it a package capable of meeting the diverse needs of many different drivers. Mazda3 offers both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, which is a rarity in the compact car segment.

If loadspace is important to you, the available hatchback body design and foldable rear seats should help the Mazda3 meet your needs. Regardless of the body shape, the Mazda3 interior contains high-quality materials, comfortable seats, and an intuitive infotainment system.

The Mazda6 offers many of the same qualities as its compact companion, but with the extra room of a midsize car. You’ll find more space in the back seat, but the increased size does not affect the Mazda6’s performance capabilities. With an optional turbocharged engine and good handling, this midsize sedan is one of the most sporty cars in its class.

While Mazda3 and Mazda6 have their own driving dynamics, the MX-5 Miata is widely regarded as the benchmark for affordable sports cars when it comes to handling and the overall fun factor. The Miata’s compact size and fast powertrain allow you to shoot it around the corners, and the convertible top will send wind to your hair.

The Miata’s sporty character doesn’t mean the operation is completely forgotten, as it also features an easy-to-use infotainment system, comfortable seats and attractive cabin materials that make it a fun place to spend time.