Every year, Consumer Reports and its team of expert evaluators test and scrutinize virtually every car sold in the United States. Out those cars, there are a select few that stand above the rest and join the vaunted group of vehicles known as Consumer Reports' Top Picks.
To become a Top Pick, a car must excel at the publication's track tests, offer average or better reliability and perform effectively in government or industry crash tests.
For 2015, Consumer Reports has selected 10 cars ranging from an environmentally friendly hybrid to a family minivan. Of the 10 cars selected, six come from Japanese manufacturers, three come from American firms and one hails from Germany.
So here they are, Consumer Reports' Top Picks of 2015.
Best Compact Car: Subaru Impreza
Price as tested: $21,345
Why it's on the list: In a segment filled with big names and even bigger reputations, the Subaru Impreza manages to take the top spot on the list with a strong overall package. The publication was impressed by the Impreza's great interior, quiet ride, strong handling, and value for money.
Best Midsized Sedan: Subaru Legacy
Price as tested: $24,837
Why it's on the list: Like its Impreza sibling, the Legacy also bested some of the most popular cars in the business to become a Top Pick. Consumer Reports found the Subaru to offer a quiet and comfortable driving experience, along with the best ride quality in the segment.
Best Large Car: Chevrolet Impala V6
Price as tested: $39,110
Why it's on the list: "The Chevrolet Impala is proof that General Motors can still build a great family car, " Consumer Reports automotive content specialist Mike Quincy told Business Insider.
In fact, "[the]Impala humbles the Toyota Avalon and even the Lexus ES 350" Consumer Reports wrote. That's truly high praise. The publication also praised the big Chevy for its comfortable ride, responsive handling, and great value for the money.
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