THESE TOYOTAS PERFORM BEST IN U.S. NEWS CAR RANKINGS
Toyota’s reputation is vested in practicality, reliability, and affordability. The Japanese automaker has produced over 200 million vehicles to date, which makes it one of the world’s most substantial and successful automakers. While nearly any Toyota vehicle is a solid choice, some of its vehicles rise above others.
Toyota’s vehicle lineup may not be as sporty as competitors’, but the automaker more than makes up for it with the peace of mind that comes from having a tried-and true, comfortable, efficient, easy-to-maintain vehicle that boasts low ownership costs and the potential to last a long time.
The following slideshow highlights the top Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs based on U.S. News Best Cars’ overall scores. Our scoring and ranking system analyzes multiple pieces of research, including crash test results, fuel economy data, and reliability ratings from government agencies and independent groups, as well as professional automotive journalists’ reviews. This gives you an unbiased and in-depth look at each vehicle to help you make an informed buying decision. Our scores are constantly updated as new data becomes available. The scores featured here were accurate at the time of publication.
2017 TOYOTA AVALON
$33,300 | U.S. News Score: 9/10
Though the Avalon is not Toyota’s most popular or best-selling vehicle, it’s one of the automaker’s best cars in our rankings. It also tops our large car rankings, partly due to its roomy, premium cabin, newly standard advanced safety features, and potent, fuel-efficient engine. However, it’s pricier than rivals.
The Avalon comes equipped with a reliable 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine, which is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Its cabin is luxurious and includes standard leather seating. While the Avalon provides a supple ride, it remains composed around corners and has confident steering. The Avalon earns a top-notch reliability rating.
$24,000 | U.S. News Score: 9.1/10
The Toyota Camry has been fully redesigned for the 2018 model year. It is one of the most capable vehicles in our midsize car rankings, currently holding the top spot. It has a long list of standard features, a user-friendly infotainment screen, and a fuel-efficient base engine.
The 2018 Camry comes standard with a 203-horsepower four-cylinder engine, which delivers more than enough power for most daily driving. If you need more power, you can choose a 301-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Both engines come with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
$30,630 | U.S. News Score: 8.6/10
The Toyota Highlander is one of the most value-oriented midsize SUVs due to its healthy list of standard advanced driver assistance features, such as automatic pre-collision braking. Its luxurious cabin offers generous cargo space and plenty of room for passengers in the first two rows. However, the third row is best suited for children.
The Highlander’s base 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine won’t cut it for most drivers. The good news is that Toyota added an available 295-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 for the 2017 model year. The four-cylinder returns above-average gas mileage, and the V6 fares even better. The Highlander earns satisfactory safety and reliability scores.
$23,475 | U.S. News Score: 8.6/10
The Toyota Prius is the best-selling hybrid car in America. It boasts low long-term ownership costs, so it’s no surprise that it took home the 2017 U.S. News Best Hybrid Car for the Money award. It returns exceptional fuel economy, provides significant cargo space, and has an upscale, feature-filled interior.
The 2017 Prius offers comfortable ride quality and handles corners with adequate composure. It feels peppy for a hybrid and should deliver enough power for most drivers. Passengers in the front and rear seats will enjoy plenty of comfort, although taller people in the rear seats may lack legroom.
$26,255 | U.S. News Score: 8.5/10
The Toyota 86 (formerly Scion FR-S) places in the middle of our sports car rankings. With its automatic transmission, it’s more fuel-efficient than many other sports cars. Critics laud the 86 for its dynamic handling and driver-centric, supportive front seats. The rear seats function best as a storage area.
The 2017 86’s only engine is a 205-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard. Upgrading to the automatic transmission drops horsepower to 200. Due to the car’s light weight, the powertrain provides adequate acceleration. The 86 performs well in most crash tests, and predicted reliability is high.
$29,750 | U.S. News Score: 8.4/10
The Toyota Sienna lands just below the middle of the pack in our minivan rankings. It’s the only minivan to offer all-wheel drive, and it earns the highest reliability rating in the class. The Sienna comes standard with an intuitive infotainment system. It’s also touted for its high resale value.
The Sienna gets a more powerful V6 engine and a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission for the 2017 model year. It features a first-rate cabin with seating for seven or eight passengers. All three rows offer space and comfort, and it accommodates a class-topping amount of cargo behind the third row.
$27,100 | U.S. News Score: 8.4/10
The Prius Prime is new to Toyota’s lineup. It’s a plug-in hybrid to rival the likes of the Chevrolet Volt. It nets top-notch fuel economy and provides a seamless transition between its electric and gas powertrains. According to the EPA, the Prime has an estimated 25 miles of all-electric range.
The 2017 Prime is stacked with standard features, including a clear and responsive 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system. It seats four passengers – all in bucket seats – with reasonable space and appreciable comfort. Every trim comes standard with Toyota’s Safety Sense suite of active safety features, and crash test scores are impressive.
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