The Top Ten Best Cars to Buy in 2020

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Car and Driver has a reputation for offering some of the most informed car and truck reviews you’re ever likely to find. Recently, the publication combined their 10Best Cars and 10Best Trucks and SUVs awards.

Now that there’s only one 10Best award, the competition is even more intense. To make the list, a car, truck, or SUV must compete with other vehicles as diverse as the entire automotive market.

Ninety-two vehicles were considered for this year’s list. Car and Driver says, “every winner must deliver exceptional driving engagement, offer indisputable value and/or practicality, and fulfill its mission better than any of its competition. The following ten vehicles have been deemed the most advanced on the market. 

2020 Chevrolet Corvette

valley-chevy-phoenix-blogs-Corvette-heroThe 2020 Chevy Corvette Stingray is the latest in a long line of legendary vehicles. This particular model delivers a more incredible performance than ever before.

The new Corvette offers a mid-engine design, which makes this vehicle competitive with the finest supercars the world has ever seen. As an added bonus, this vehicle is significantly more affordable than other mid-engine sports cars.

The 2020 Corvette starts at only $59,995. That makes this powerful driving machine less than the least expensive Porsche 718 Boxster. Moving the V8 engine to the center of the 2020 Corvette helps create a performance you can’t find at this value anywhere else.

Even people who typically buy the most prestigious imported cars are shifting their focus to Chevy.

2020 Honda Accord

The Honda Accord is recognized for delivering good acceleration and a smooth ride, especially for a vehicle in this class. For a family-focused sedan, the Accord is responsive and easy to handle.

It’s also quiet and comfortable at high speeds, which makes the spacious interior even easier to enjoy. The Accord hybrid version looks a lot more attractive than many other hybrid cars, and it still returns excellent gas mileage.

2020 Jeep Gladiator

Rubicon Gladiators aren’t necessarily the best pickup trucks for daily driving, but this convertible pickup is terrific when it comes to off-roading. For those who enjoy a traditional driving experience, the Gladiator offers a manual transmission. A generous selection of features makes this car fun and practical in a wide variety of situations.

2020 Kia Telluride

The Kia Telluride offers a good deal of space, but that’s not what makes this vehicle so impressive, Car and Driver reports. The inside is incredibly upscale for a vehicle in this price range, which makes it a terrific value.

It offers a quieter ride than some competitors that are much more expensive, giving drivers an excellent option for an affordable SUV that still feels luxurious. 

The publication seems to believe that this car is underpriced for how good it is. It will be interesting to see if Kia raises the price in future years. For now, though, this is an accessible vehicle that feels like it would cost a lot more than it actually does.

2020 Mazda CX-5

Compact crossovers are everywhere these days. It’s one of the fastest-growing segments in the automotive world, and some options are definitely better than others.

Even though this vehicle is a great deal larger than the Miata, the CX-5 still exudes the sportiness that helped turn Mazda into the brand it is today.

This vehicle isn’t as powerful as some other crossovers and small SUVs, especially with the base engine. Still, though, the responsive handling makes this vehicle fun to drive.

It doesn’t have a ton of cargo space compared to other options in the class, but it does offer a great deal of room for a vehicle that drives so nicely.

2020 Porsche 718 Boxster/ Cayman

These two cars make the list together because they share many of the same attractive qualities. Both the 718 Boxer and the Cayman handle like a dream even when the roads are less than ideal. They stay true to the classic appeal of the Porsche brand by being easy to handle.

These vehicles both look great, too. Don’t expect them to be quite as impressive as the 2020 Corvette or offer as much value per dollar. Still, some people do choose to go with these Porsche cars.

2020 Porsche Macan S/ Turbo

It’s surprising to many that the oldest vehicle in Porsche’s lineup is actually an SUV. The famous auto company has had plenty of time to work on every detail in this vehicle, and it shows.

It’s not the fastest or the most practical in its class, but something the Macan feels like it’s greater than the sum of all of its parts. Don’t get us wrong; it’s still very practical and fun to drive.

This SUV has the soul of a much smaller, sportier vehicle. It’s known for providing a great feel for drivers thanks to responsive steering, sturdy braking, and a smooth ride.

The S models are equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 348 horsepower. If that’s still not enough, the Macan Turbo generates 434 horsepower from a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6.

2020 Ram 1500

It surprised us to see this vehicle on the list instead of any of the Chevy trucks, but Car and Driver seem impressed with the Ram 1500. They mention its luxurious feel and not that some other pickups on the market fall short when it comes to comfort. This vehicle is also powerful and capable.

2020 Toyota Supra

The Supra has a reputation for being extremely easy to drive, even at high speeds. It’s not likely to beat the 2020 Corvette in a race, but it’s a convenient everyday driver even when the commute takes you over bumpy roads.

BMW contributed to the platform and running gear, which may be part of the reason this car feels more refined than other Toyotas. It’s not available with a manual transmission, unfortunately, but the eight-speed automatic transmission gets the job done.

2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI/ Jetta GLI

It seems like Car and Driver couldn’t decide which of these Volkswagens was more impressive, so they just decided to include both on the list.

The Golf GTI hatchback and Jetta GLI sedan are both available with a great manual transmission. Regardless of which model you choose, you can expect plenty of space for adults to sit comfortably in the back seat.

This hatchback and this sedan both have plenty of space for cargo. They’re also fairly efficient and fast for how affordable they are. They’re noted for being practical without missing out on the joy of driving.

Test Drive the 2020 Corvette

valley-chevy-phoenix-blogs-Corvette-closingWe feel like there’s probably a reason Car and Driver put the 2020 Corvette at the very top of this list. It’s one of the most impressive cars we’ve ever seen, especially if you feel the need for speed. 

Driving the new mid-engine Corvette is an experience unlike what you can get from any other Corvette ever made, which is saying a lot.

Words simply cannot do this vehicle justice, so find a Valley Chevy dealership near you to take a test drive for yourself.