Best American Cars for 2024

(iSeeCars) – The success of American cars has ebbed and flowed over the past 100 years, with historic automakers such as Duesenberg and Packard representing the peak of America’s automotive golden era before brands like Chevy, Dodge, and Ford took over in the post-depression, post-war era.

Today, traditional U.S. brands face ever-increasing competition from European, Japanese, and Korean automakers, not to mention a new domestic rival called Tesla. This has forced a shift away from old-school V8 engines and toward smaller, four-cylinder turbo powertrains to keep pace with rising fuel efficiency standards and lower CO2 regulations.

While traditionally the domain of Japanese brands like Honda, Nissan, and Toyota, American brands have stepped up their efforts to develop smaller, turbocharged engines that balance performance and fuel economy. You can now buy mainstream American vehicles, including pickup trucks and muscle cars, with advanced engine technology rivaling premium brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Lexus.

And while Tesla kicked off the electric vehicle revolution over a decade ago, an ever-growing list of battery-powered, zero-emission new cars is now available. While import brands like Hyundai and Volkswagen offer some of the most impressive EVs on the market, U.S. automakers have aggressively introduced new electric vehicles in recent model years.

You can see all the Best American Cars below, ranked by their iSeeCars quality score across a number of categories. We’re classifying these models as “American” based on where their brand headquarters are located (in the U.S.), though we recognize many “foreign” cars like the Acura MDX or Kia Sorento are fully manufactured in U.S. plants.

Best American Small Cars

1. Chevrolet Sonic (sedan & hatchback): 8.7 / 10
2. Ford Fiesta: 8.2 / 10
3. Chevrolet Spark: 7.9 / 10

Best American Midsize Cars

1. Ford Fusion: 8.7 / 10
2. Chevrolet Malibu: 8.2 / 10
3. (No third vehicle listed)

Best American Luxury Midsize Cars

1. Lincoln MKZ: 8.6 / 10
2. Cadillac CTS: 8.3 / 10
3. Buick Regal Sportback: (No rating provided)

Best American Large Cars

1. Dodge Charger: 8.7 / 10
2. Chevrolet Impala: 8.6 / 10
3. Ford Taurus: 8.4 / 10

Best American Luxury Large Cars

1. Buick LaCrosse: 8.4 / 10
2. Lincoln Continental: 8.2 / 10
3. Cadillac CTS-V: 7.2 / 10

Best American Sports Cars

1. Ford Mustang (coupe): 8.5 / 10
2. Chevrolet Camaro (coupe): 8.5 / 10
3. Dodge Challenger: 7.9 / 10

Best American Luxury Sports Cars

1. Chevrolet Corvette (coupe): 8.2 / 10
2. Chevrolet Corvette (convertible): 8.0 / 10
3. Ford GT: 7.7 / 10

Best American Hatchbacks

1. Chevrolet Sonic (hatchback): 8.7 / 10
2. Ford Fiesta (hatchback): 8.2 / 10
3. Chevrolet Spark: 7.9 / 10

Best American Subcompact Cars

1. Chevrolet Sonic: 8.7 / 10
2. Chevrolet Sonic (hatchback): 8.7 / 10
3. Ford Fiesta: 8.2 / 10

Best American Subcompact SUVs

1. Chevrolet TrailBlazer: 8.8 / 10
2. Jeep Compass: 8.0 / 10
3. Chevrolet Trax: 8.0 / 10

Best American Small SUVs

1. Ford Escape: 8.6 / 10
2. GMC Terrain: 8.6 / 10
3. Chevrolet Equinox: 8.6 / 10

Best American Luxury Small SUVs

1. Buick Envision: 7.6 / 10
2. Cadillac XT5: 7.5 / 10
3. Buick Envista: (No rating provided)

Best American Crossover SUVs

1. Chevrolet TrailBlazer: 8.8 / 10
2. Chevrolet Blazer: 8.8 / 10
3. Ford Explorer: 8.7 / 10

Best American Luxury Crossover SUVs

1. Lincoln Aviator: 8.6 / 10
2. Buick Enclave: 8.5 / 10
3. Buick Encore: 8.3 / 10

Best American Midsize SUVs

1. Chevrolet Blazer: 8.8 / 10
2. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited: 8.7 / 10
3. Ford Explorer: 8.7 / 10

Best American Large SUVs

1. Ford Expedition: 8.7 / 10
2. Ford Flex: 8.3 / 10
3. Chevrolet Tahoe: 8.2 / 10

Best American Luxury Large SUVs

1. Lincoln Navigator: 8.8 / 10
2. Lincoln Navigator L: 8.6 / 10
3. Lincoln Aviator: 8.6 / 10

Best American SUVs with 3 Rows

1. Ford Expedition: 8.7 / 10
2. Ford Explorer: 8.7 / 10
3. GMC Acadia: 8.5 / 10

Best American Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

1. Lincoln Navigator: 8.8 / 10
2. Lincoln Navigator L: 8.6 / 10
3. Lincoln Aviator: 8.6 / 10

Best American Midsize Trucks

1. Ford Ranger: 8.5 / 10
2. GMC Canyon: 8.3 / 10
3. Chevrolet Colorado: 8.3 / 10

Best American Full-Size Trucks

1. Ford F-150: 8.8 / 10
2. Ram 1500: 8.6 / 10
3. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: 8.6 / 10

Best American Heavy Duty Trucks

1. Ram 3500: 9.4 / 10
2. Ford F-350 Super Duty: 9.4 / 10
3. GMC Sierra 3500HD: 9.2 / 10

Best American 6-Seater Trucks

1. Ram 3500: 9.4 / 10
2. Ford F-350 Super Duty: 9.4 / 10
3. GMC Sierra 3500HD: 9.2 / 10

Best American Hybrid Cars

1. Ford Fusion (hybrid): 8.6 / 10
2. Ford Fusion Hybrid: 8.3 / 10
3. Ford Fusion Energi: 8.1 / 10

Best American Luxury Hybrid Cars

1. Lincoln MKZ Hybrid: 8.5 / 10
2. Chevrolet Corvette (hybrid coupe): 7.7 / 10
3. Chevrolet Corvette (hybrid convertible): 7.4 / 10

Best American Hybrid SUVs

1. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.9 / 10
2. Jeep Grand Cherokee (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.7 / 10
3. Jeep Wrangler (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.5 / 10

Best American Luxury Hybrid SUVs

1. Lincoln Aviator (Plug-in Hybrid): 7.7 / 10
2. Lincoln Corsair (Plug-in Hybrid): (No rating provided)
3. Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid: (No rating provided)

Best American Hybrid Trucks

1. Ford F-150 (hybrid): 8.9 / 10
2. Ford Maverick (hybrid): (No rating provided)
3. (No third vehicle listed)

Best American Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

1. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.9 / 10
2. Jeep Grand Cherokee (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.7 / 10
3. Jeep Wrangler (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.5 / 10

Best American Hybrid Midsize Cars

1. Ford Fusion (hybrid): 8.6 / 10
2. Ford Fusion Hybrid: 8.3 / 10
3. Ford Fusion Energi: 8.1 / 10

Best American Hybrid Small SUVs

1. Ford Escape Hybrid: 8.5 / 10
2. Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid: (No rating provided)

Best American Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.9 / 10
2. Jeep Grand Cherokee (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.7 / 10
3. Jeep Wrangler (Plug-in Hybrid): 8.5 / 10

Best American Electric Cars

1. Tesla Model 3: 8.3 / 10
2. Tesla Model S: 8.1 / 10
3. Chevrolet Bolt EV: 8.0 / 10

Best American Electric SUVs

1. Tesla Model X: 8.4 / 10

Best American Luxury Electric Cars

1. Tesla Model 3: 8.3 / 10
2. Tesla Model S: 8.1 / 10

In conclusion, the American automotive market offers a diverse range of top-tier vehicles across various categories, from trucks to hybrids and electrics. Whether you’re seeking power, efficiency, or luxury, there’s an ideal vehicle to suit every preference. With consistent performance ratings and innovative technologies, American automakers continue to raise the bar, offering consumers a wide array of options to meet their driving needs. From the reliable Ford F-150 and the versatile Chevrolet Colorado to the eco-friendly Tesla Model 3, the future of American-made cars is as dynamic as ever.

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