are redesigning their pickup trucks this year and nothing scored really well. >> reporter: and trucks matter, because they're still in high behind, boosting average u.s. car sales by 14% this year. >> people go into the dealership thinking they want a fuel efficient smaller car. what they're finding out is that the big suvs and crossover vehicles, which are still the dominant portion of the market, are getting good mileage. >> reporter: the best fuel efficient car is the toyota prius, getting 44 miles a gallon. the hyundai elantra was named the best budget car. out of the 280 models tested, ten vehicles have the top pick status. and possibly some extra consideration from those in the market for a new car. also making a comeback, audi and bmw. they made the list for the first time in a decade. rob and diana? >> wow. not good news for detroit. but overall, auto sales are