Hyundai Elantra SE

- First time a South Korean automaker represented in Top Picks
- First time since 2005 a U.S. model makes list for pickup truck

YONKERS, N.Y., Feb. 28, 2008 /PRNewswire - USNewswire/ -- Consumer Reports has named four new models to its Top Picks list for 2008 -- the Hyundai Elantra SE and Hyundai Santa Fe as top choices for small sedans and midsized SUVs, respectively; the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado as the top choice for pickup truck; and the Lexus LS 460L as the best luxury sedan.

The announcement was made today during a Washington Automotive Press Association (WAPA) press conference. Details can be found in CR's Annual April Auto Issue, on sale Tuesday, March 4.