The 2022 BMW iX xDrive50.
BMW landed the top spot in Consumer Reports' list of top car brands for 2023.
  • Consumer Reports released a list of top car brands Thursday.
  • 32 vehicle brands were ranked based on factors like road tests and reliability.
  • BMW led the list, while Land Rover came in last.

Car buyers don't necessarily have to go expensive if they want a top vehicle. 

Consumer Reports released its list of the top car brands for 2023 on Thursday. Taking the top five spots, in order, are BMW, Subaru, Mini, Lexus, and Honda. 

Taking the bottom five spots are Mitsubishi, Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, Jeep, and Land Rover, with Land Rover at the very bottom.