With so many makes and models on the market, you might feel overwhelmed when searching for a car that best suits your needs. Why not consider a Honda? Over the years, this manufacturer has established itself as one of the top car manufacturers. These are four reasons why Honda is an award-winning brand and what type of awards its 2018 vehicles received.
Car and Driver 2018 Top 10 Cars
Each year, Car and Driver ranks the top 10 cars. In 2018, Honda saw its Accord and Civic make the list. In determining which cars make the list, the publication stipulates that vehicles cannot cost more than $80,000 and are returning winners, all-new, or feature significant revisions. More than a dozen vehicles arrive, and its experts drive thousands of miles and participate in thorough evaluations.
The 2018 Honda Accord made the top 10 list for the 32nd straight time thanks to its continuously variable transmission and updated infotainment system. Even its 2.0-liter manual-transmission Sport model earned America’s Best Sedan honors for its November 2018 issue. The 2018 Honda Civic made waves with its Type R trim, which the publication named as potentially the highest performing front-wheel drive vehicle on the market today. Its turbocharged 2.0-liter 306-horsepower engine blows past its all-wheel-drive competitors and is available for a fraction of the cost.
Edmunds Buyers Most Wanted
These awards recognize the 17 most popular vehicles according to sales data and shopping trends. Sales for the first nine months of the previous year are analyzed, and vehicles are ranked according to the highest overall sales, fastest selling speed, and shopping metrics. For 2018, Honda had four vehicles on the list: the Civic for compact cars, the CR-V for compact SUVs, the Accord for midsize cars, and the Odyssey for minivans.
Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards
Every year, Kelley Blue Book awards its Best Buy Awards. These identify the best-value options for 12 major vehicle categories. In 2018, several Honda vehicles made the list.
In the small car category, the Civic made the list for the third straight year. When it comes to larger vehicles, the 2018 CR-V found its way onto the small SUV/crossover category, and the Pilot landed onto the midsize SUV/crossover category. In addition, the Pilot repeated as the midsize SUV best buy. The Odyssey also made it onto the minivan category. The 2018 Honda Accord was named the overall best buy.
U.S. News Best Cars for the Money
This annual award covers 14 automotive classes, with each winning vehicle combining quality and overall value. For 2018, Honda won four of the 14 awards. The Honda Fit was named the Best Subcompact Car for the Money, and two SUVs made it onto the list. The Honda HR-V earned “Best Subcompact SUV for the Money,” and the Honda CR-V earned the “Best Compact SUV for the Money” award. For the minivan category, the Honda Odyssey was named “Best Minivan for the Money.”
To check out these award-winning 2018 Honda vehicles, contact the experts at Gunn Honda. We can help you determine which Honda vehicle works best for your needs and budget.
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