2025 Consumer Reports Car Brand Rankings

This report presents the 2025 Consumer Reports car brand rankings based on the average Overall Scores of vehicles from 32 different brands. The Overall Scores are derived from a combination of road-test scores, safety ratings, predicted reliability, and owner satisfaction data. Subaru has achieved the top rank this year, surpassing BMW by a single point. The report details the rankings of various brands, noting significant movements such as Audi climbing six spots and Buick dropping four places due to lower road-test scores. It also highlights that some brands, like Porsche, Infiniti, Mini, and Buick, received recommendations for every model tested, while others, including Lincoln and Rivian, did not have any recommended models. The report emphasizes the importance of checking specific model ratings, as even high-scoring brands can have low-scoring models. This information is intended to assist consumers in making informed decisions when purchasing vehicles.