Edmunds Top Rated Awards announced for 2022

Every year Edmunds’ experts put their heads together to determine the very best new vehicles on sale. Spread across nine categories, the Edmunds Top Rated Awards are given to the cars, trucks and SUVs that rank at the top of their class according to Edmunds’ vehicle testing program. That means each winner has been tested at the Edmunds test track and thoroughly evaluated over many miles of real-world use.

There isn’t enough space here to cover all nine winners, so we’ve highlighted a new first-time winner for 2022, three returning champions from last year’s awards, plus a brand-new Editors’ Choice award for a vehicle that exceeded our expectations and delivered something genuinely new.

The vehicles are listed in ascending order by manufacturer’s suggested retail price and include destination charges.

TOP RATED SEDAN: 2022 HONDA CIVIC

Starting MSRP: $22,915

Edmunds says: When a compact sedan survives for nearly 50 years and continues to redefine its segment, you know it’s special. The Honda Civic is both sporty to drive and comfortable inside, with well-padded seats and a smooth ride. There’s also much more space than you’d expect from a car in this class. The Civic sedan has a huge trunk and there’s ample space in the back seat too.

Counterpoint: Road noise is noticeable at any speed and can be rather intrusive on coarse surfaces.

TOP RATED TRUCK: 2021 FORD F-150

Starting MSRP: $30,985

Edmunds says: From tech to towing, the Ford F-150 continues to lead the pack and deliver the confidence that customers expect. Redesigned for 2021, the latest F-150 fended off all comers, extending its rule as a repeat Edmunds Top Rated winner. We’re impressed by the F-150′s clever features, which include nearly fold-flat front seats and a disappearing gear shifter that creates a handy...