April 2008
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Best & worst
The highs and lows from our testing and owner surveys

Infiniti M35
Infiniti M35
Not all cars are created equal, and we have the data to prove it. Of course, numbers can tell a variety of tales and we understand every consumer has different priorities. To that end, we have compiled a series of best and worst lists to highlight performance in a wide variety of categories. These lists can be an excellent tool for filtering down your purchase considerations or for stocking up on vehicular trivia.

Start with the lists below, and then explore topics from the left-hand navigation.

Create your own custom lists based on the factors you find most interesting by using our interactive Car Selector tool (available to subscribers).


FROM CONSUMER REPORTS TESTING
HIGHEST SCORES LOWEST SCORES
Lexus LS460L 99 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 17
Infiniti M35 X (AWD) 97 Hummer H3 (5-cyl.) 27
Infiniti M35 (RWD) 96 Jeep Liberty Sport 27
Porsche 911 Carrera S 96 Chevrolet Aveo LS (manual) 30
Toyota Sienna XLE (FWD) 93 Chevrolet Aveo LS (auto.) 32
Overall test scores are based on more than 50 individual tests and evaluations, and presented on a 100-point scale.


MOST AND LEAST EXPENSIVE CR-TESTED CARS

Mercedes-Benz SL550
Mercedes-Benz SL550
Price as tested: $105,855
Toyota Yaris (hatchback, manual)
Toyota Yaris (hatchback, manual)
Price as tested: $12,596