Porsche Sweeps Car and Driver's Editors' Choice Awards with 12 Wins

Car and Driver has announced its 2026 Editors' Choice Awards—and Porsche has claimed 12 of them. Every current Porsche model line earned a place on the prestigious list, with each scoring 9.0 or higher in the magazine's rigorous ratings. It is a remarkable sweep that spans the brand's full range, from iconic sports cars to cutting-edge electric vehicles.

A Clean Sweep Across Every Model Line

The 12 award-winning models represent the full breadth of Porsche's lineup: the 911, Cayenne, Panamera, Macan, and Taycan. Here is the complete list of winners, organized by category:

Luxury Sports Cars

• Porsche 911 Carrera
• Porsche 911 GT3
• Porsche 911 Turbo S

Mid-Size Two-Row Luxury SUVs

• Porsche Cayenne

Hybrid Mid-Size Luxury SUVs

• Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid

Compact Luxury SUVs

• Porsche Macan

Electric Compact Luxury SUVs

• Porsche Macan Electric

Compact Performance SUVs

• Porsche Macan GTS

Premium Sports Sedans

• Porsche Panamera / Panamera E-Hybrid
• Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid / S E-Hybrid

Luxury Electric Cars

• Porsche Taycan

Station Wagons

Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo

Cayenne Turbo GT: Redefining SUV Performance

The Cayenne Turbo GT demolished expectations by posting a blistering 1:34.38 lap time at Road Atlanta, establishing a new benchmark for performance SUVs. This achievement seems almost impossible when considering the vehicle’s practical five-seat configuration and substantial cargo capacity.

Under the hood, a twin-turbo V8 engine generates an impressive 650 horsepower, while sophisticated suspension updates include unique hub-carriers that optimize handling dynamics. An additional center differential cooler ensures consistent all-wheel-drive performance during demanding track sessions.

Porsche brand ambassador Patrick Long, who piloted both record-setting vehicles, emphasized the Cayenne’s remarkable duality. Despite its high center of gravity and SUV proportions, the vehicle delivers surprising agility thanks to its precisely calibrated suspension, high-performance tires, and that unmistakable V8 soundtrack.

What Makes This Recognition Stand Out

Car and Driver's Editors' Choice Awards carry significant weight in the automotive world. The magazine's testing team evaluates nearly every new vehicle from every manufacturer each year, applying strict benchmarks across performance, innovation, and driver experience. Earning a spot on the list is a distinction few manufacturers can claim across an entire lineup.

Timo Resch, President and CEO of Porsche Cars North America, put it plainly: "The testing team drives almost every new car from every manufacturer each year, and they subject cars to rigorous benchmarking. That has always been a natural match to our approach in engineering exceptional cars, so their nod of approval is a huge compliment."

Car and Driver Editor-In-Chief Tony Quiroga echoed the sentiment: "From sports cars to electric SUVs, Porsche's 12 Editors' Choice awards recognize the performance and driver-centric joy throughout the brand's lineup."

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These awards confirm what Porsche enthusiasts have long known—every model in the lineup delivers a driving experience that is difficult to rival. Whether you are drawn to the precision of the 911, the versatility of the Cayenne, or the innovation of the all-electric Taycan, there is a Porsche engineered to match your ambitions.

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