We're huge dog lovers here at the CarPro, which is why we love this annual list from Autotrader. Its 2023 Best New Cars for Dog Lovers list includes 10 dog-friendly vehicles chosen by its editors. The vehicles have various dog-friendly features including durable upholstery, low cargo floors, rugged interiors and more.
Autotrader says that according to its recent study, 92% of dog owners consider their dogs to be a part of their family and more than a 77% of them think about transporting their dog when they're make their car buying decision.
Several models on last year's list return for 2023: the Ford Bronco Sport, Kia Soul and Toyota Sienna.
"We honor the unbreakable bond between humans, their furry companions and the joy of driving with Autotrader's Best Cars for Dog Lovers for 2023," said Brian Moody, executive editor at Autotrader.
Read Autotrader's comments about each vehicle here →
For comparison, here's the 2022 list:
Autotrader shared its list as part of recognizing the 10th annual National Dog Day. As part of the celebration, Autotrader also teamed up with Emmy-nominated celebrity personality and New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Van Ness to help pamper some long-time residents of Austin Pets Alive!, and donated $10,000 to the shelter to help all its residents.
"Partnering with the effervescent Jonathan Van Ness to pamper these shelter dogs, we're reminded that just like finding the perfect car, the journey to finding a loving home for these dogs is a special one. Together with Jonathan, we're embracing the spirit of National Dog Day and creating memories that will last a lifetime by celebrating love, compassion and the open road," said Moody.