Consumer Reports Names Top Picks For 2021, Three Are From One Company Feb 18, 2021 at 4:56pm ET ++ Japanese automakers are well represented on the list. Consumer Reports has come out with its annual list of the 10 models that it believes are the best choices in a variety of categories. The publication makes these picks by using both internal tests and survey results. Also, earning a spot requires the model coming standard with a forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. Toyota Corolla Small Car: Under $25,000 The Toyota Corolla remains the easy answer for anyone who is asking for a safe, yet inexpensive sedan. If a person is looking for slightly more performance capability, then there's the Apex model. Plus, there's a rumor of an even more exciting GR variant coming in the future.