U.S. News Unveils the 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards

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The 2026 awards expand to include 20 automotive categories amid an evolving electrified market.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2026 Best Cars for the Money awards. The 2026 awards expanded to recognize cars, SUVs, trucks and minivans across 20 categories that deliver the strongest combination of quality, performance and value for today's buyers, up from 13 awards in previous years.

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