Cars.com has announced the winners of its 2025 Best Of Awards, with the Hyundai Santa Fe taking home the coveted Best Car of the Year title. Priced starting under $36,000, the redesigned Santa Fe impressed with its standard three-row seating, spacious cargo area, and innovative features like an ultraviolet-light sanitizing compartment.
Other category winners include the Hyundai Palisade (Best Family Car) for its safety features and sub-$40,000 price point; the Kia EV9 (Best Electric Vehicle) for its balance of range, comfort, and usability; the Toyota Land Cruiser (Best SUV) for its on- and off-road capabilities; the Ram 1500 (Best Pickup Truck) featuring a new twin-turbo inline-six engine; and the Genesis Electrified GV70 (Best Luxury Car) for its luxurious cabin and 429 horsepower performance.
The awards were determined by a seven-member editorial team who evaluated over 40 all-new and redesigned vehicles throughout the year.