Cars.com's Lifestyle Awards
For our Lifestyle Awards, we know not all car buyers choose their car simply by category. We also know many of you cross-shop, comparing that hybrid with this sedan with that wagon. Our team of reviewers drove dozens of cars, and from those experiences come these awards. Winners were announced Jan. 10, 2012. See how we choose the winners.

Visit our Family Cars Buying Guide to see top picks for Small Families, Big Families and First-Time Drivers.

The best cars that use alternatives to conventional powertrains to help the environment.





