These tests are used to compute a 1-to-100 score. Test drivers also take the cars out into ordinary roads and use them in everyday situations. The cars it tests are purchased at the magazine's expense from retail dealers, and all cars are run through an identical series of tests at the magazine's Connecticut test track. The magazine does not accept advertising of any kind. now builds cars that rival Toyota and Honda in reliability - only one American product earned a Top Pick designation this year.Ĭonsumer Reports is published by the not-for-profit Consumer's Union. While Detroit vehicles have been improving - the magazine recently said Ford Motor Co. That's been good news for brands such as Toyota and Honda, which have generally done better than domestic cars in Consumer Reports' testing and in the magazine's vehicle dependability surveys. Consumer Reports magazine has become a major resource for American auto shoppers since the magazine began testing cars in the 1950s. CR says a 2009 Toyota Corolla or later will offer the most comprehensive safety features.Jake Fisher, senior automotive engineer for Consumer Reports, takes the Mazda MX-5 Miata around a bend in the magazine's test track. Buyers might have difficulty finding ESC within the price range, but it might be worth it. It won’t be the most exciting ride, but it is comfortable and handles well. It scored well on all of the Consumer Reports tests. The 2005 to 2009 Toyota Corolla is about as reliable as it can be. OWNER REPORTED MPG: 32 mpg The ever-reliable Toyota Corolla 2005 to 2009 The Toyota Corolla is one of the best used cars | Manan Vatsyayana/AFP via Getty Images This is an important safety feature worth paying a bit more for. If possible, CR suggests getting a model with electronic stability control (ESC). Consumer Reports found that it scored well on the road test and was fairly reliable overall. The 2007 to 2010 Honda Fit has a roomy interior and seats that fold down for even more space.
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