
This article was featured in the April 2012 issue of Consumer Reports Magazine.
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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.
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Overall test scores are based on more than 50 individual Consumer Reports tests and evaluations, and are presented on a 100-point scale.
| Make & model | Overall test score |
|---|---|
| Lexus LS 460L | 99 |
| BMW 135i | 97 |
| Infiniti G37 (sedan) | 95 |
| Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE | 93 |
| Audi A6 (3.0T) | 93 |
| Infiniti M37 | 93 |
| Nissan Altima 3.5 SR | 93 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Z06 | 92 |
| Hyundai Genesis 3.8 (sedan) | 92 |
| Toyota Camry XLE (V6) | 92 |
| Audi A8 L | 91 |
| Lexus ES 350 | 91 |
| Nissan Altima 2.5 S | 91 |
| Make & model | Overall test score |
|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler Unlimited | 20 |
| Jeep Liberty | 27 |
| Smart ForTwo | 28 |
| Toyota FJ Cruiser | 36 |