Consumer Reports has named the Tesla Model 3 as one of its Top 10 Picks of 2020, which considers road tests, reliability, owner satisfaction, and safety.
The Model 3 was specifically called out as the best electric car. The report said:
The Model 3 proves that EVs can challenge conventional upscale sedans by offering invigorating performance with a high-tech vibe. It boasts rapid acceleration that’s delivered in near silence, with instant passing power available at any speed and enough thrust to push the driver back into the seat. The car’s superb handling and quick, precise steering help it feel like a sports car. The Model 3 has excellent visibility and a stark interior dominated by a floating 15-inch touch screen that governs many controls. Its impressive road performance is diminished only by the stiff ride and notable wind noise. But its long range of 250 to 330 miles (depending on the version) and green credentials offset those drawbacks.
Tesla was the only American automaker included in the top picks.