December 24, 2010 – Autos.ca, one of Canada’s leading online automotive magazines with a monthly readership of over 500,000 viewers*, announces its Top Picks awards for 2011. The 23 Top Picks for 2011 were selected by Autos’s senior writers and editors who have a combined 65 years of test driving experience.

“Our Top Picks are chosen from a broad range of vehicle classes, and to be fair to the many new vehicles available in the market, we considered every new vehicle sold in Canada, not just all-new or redesigned models,” says editor, Greg Wilson.

Autos’s judges take into account such factors as styling, comfort, functionality, quality, performance, fuel economy, safety features, reliability, and value for money; and class-specific advantages such as cargo capacity, payload, towing, utility, and ground clearance.

“These are the cars and trucks we think you’ll be happy to own and drive, and when all is said and done, that’s what’s most important,” says Wilson.

More information about Autos’s Top Picks for 2011 can be found at www.Autos.ca.

*Google Analytics

Chevrolet Cruze
GM has re-invented itself in the small-car segment. It’s peppy, handling is sharp, and a sophisticated rear suspension design hugs the road for confident cornering.
2011 Chevrolet Cruze
2011 Chevrolet Cruze. Click image to enlarge

Related articles on Autos
Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
First Drive: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
Preview: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
Day-by-Day Review: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LT Turbo

Photo gallery
2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Manufacturer’s web site
General Motors Canada

Mazda2
If “fun-to-drive” was a dictionary entry, this car would be the picture alongside. All of Mazda’s razor-sharp responsiveness bundled into an ultra-compact package.
2011 Mazda2
2011 Mazda2. Click image to enlarge

Related articles on Autos
Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Mazda2
First Drive: 2011 Mazda2
Test Drive: 2011 Mazda2
Day-by-Day Review: 2011 Mazda2

Photo gallery
2011 Mazda2

Manufacturer’s web site
Mazda Canada

Volkswagen Golf
Redesigned for 2010, the Volkswagen Golf remains one of our Top Picks for 2011.  It’s versatile, well-built, and fun to drive. 
2011 Volkswagen Golf
2011 Volkswagen Golf. Click image to enlarge

Related articles on Autos
Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Volkswagen Golf

Photo gallery
2011 Volkswagen Golf

Manufacturer’s web site
Volkswagen Canada

Ford Fiesta
Transplanted from Europe the new Ford Fiesta redefines the compact car for Canada with a quiet ride, excellent handling and superior interior fit and finish.
2010 Ford Fiesta
2010 Ford Fiesta. Click image to enlarge

Related articles on Autos
Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Ford Fiesta
First Drive: 2011 Ford Fiesta
Test Drive: 2011 Ford Fiesta SES hatch
Test Drive: 2011 Ford Fiesta SEL sedan

Photo gallery
2011 Ford Fiesta

Manufacturer’s web site
Ford Motor Company of Canada

Ford Taurus
For a comfortable and luxurious full size sedan without the luxury car price-tag, it is hard to beat the Ford Taurus.  An impressive winter driver when equipped with all-wheel drive.
Ford Taurus
Ford Taurus. Click image to enlarge

Related articles on Autos
Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Ford Taurus
Test Drive: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO
Test Drive: 2010 Ford Taurus SEL AWD
Day-by-Day Review: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO

Photo gallery
2011 Ford Taurus

Manufacturer’s web site
Ford Motor Company of Canada

Connect with Autos.ca