Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, announced the winners of the first Edmunds.com Consumers’ Top Rated(SM) Vehicle Awards. Consumers rate vehicles in eight different categories: performance, comfort, and fuel economy, fun to drive, interior design, exterior design, build quality and reliability. All 2008 vehicle models that received the required minimum number of consumer ratings as of April 30, 2008 were eligible.

"These awards are made possible by consumers who submit reviews on new or used vehicles they own," said Karl Brauer, Editor in Chief of Edmunds.com. "They are the result of real-world driving and ownership impressions."

Audi led the list with four awards while Toyota, Lexus and Chevrolet tied for second place with two awards each.

The 2008 winners are:

Convertible Under $35,000 - Smart Fortwo
Convertible Over $35,000 - Audi TT
Coupe Under $25,000 - Saturn Astra
Coupe $25K-$35K - Audi TT
Coupe $35K-$45K - Audi A5
Coupe Over $45,000 - Chevrolet Corvette
Sedan Under $15,000 - Scion XD
Sedan $15K-$25K - Hyundai Azera
Sedan $25K-$35K - Toyota Avalon
Sedan $35K-$45K - Audi A6
Sedan Over $45,000 - Lexus GS 460
Hybrid - Mercury Mariner Hybrid
SUV Under $25,000 - Jeep Patriot
SUV $25K-$35K - Buick Enclave
SUV $35K-$45K - Lincoln MKX
SUV Over $45,000 - Lexus LX 570
Compact Truck - Toyota Tacoma
Large Truck - Chevrolet Avalanche
Minivan/Van - Mazda Mazda5
Wagon Under $35,000 - Volkswagen Passat
Wagon Over $35,000  Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Details on all award winners are located at the Consumers Top Rated Awards

Source: Edmunds.com