Best New Car Deals for Memorial Day Weekend and Beyond
Big savings can be found on select cars and SUVs
Memorial Day weekend is traditionally one of the best times of the year to buy a new car, with deep discounts and reduced finance rates widely advertised. But the new-car market remains challenging this year, with various tariff-related factors having an impact on supply, demand, and pricing. Yet there are still some good deals available now if you know where to look. That’s where we come in.
To identify standout deals, Consumer Reports’ analysts studied nationwide new-car incentives and discounts that bring potential savings well below the sticker price.
To make sure the featured cars represent smart buys, we concentrated on models with a strong Overall Score, which factors in road-test performance, owner satisfaction, reliability, and safety. (Learn more about CR’s car ratings.)
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In addition to research and reviews, Consumer Reports offers members access to our Build & Buy Car Buying Service at no additional cost. Through this service, members can compare in-stock vehicles, see what others paid for the car they want, and customize their payments online. Once they find a vehicle they’re interested in, members can get up-front price offers online from local certified dealers. On top of national incentives, Consumer Reports members are eligible for additional incentive offers from select manufacturers through the Build & Buy Car Buying Service. Plus, they can get an instant trade-in value for their current vehicle to use toward their next car purchase.