The 10 Best Universal Auto Mats

Made from a thermoplastic elastomer, the WeatherTech AVM (appx. $48) are nontoxic and don’t emit the unpleasant odor that some cheaper rubber models do. They’re a cinch to cut to fit, too, thanks to clear trim lines that save you from guesswork.

A set of these Armor All Flexible (about $41) gives you reliable protection in any climate, from cold and wet to hot and dusty. And thanks to their innovative “carpet claw” design, they stay where you put them without bunching or sliding.

The premium Firestone Firehawk (about $39) protect your carpeting from mud, snow and other debris that gets tracked into your ride on dirty shoes. They are modeled after the company's signature tire pattern and offer durability you can count on.

Built for durability, the Motor Trend FlexTough Baseline (around $30) are an ideal choice if you chauffeur messy kids around on a regular basis. This set features a connected rear piece, providing total protection across the full width of your vehicle.

On the one hand, the Zone Tech Carpet (about $20) look and feel softer than plastic or rubber choices, but on the other, you can't cut them to fit. Nevertheless, they're sized for most cars and offer a convenient heel pad that prevents the driver's side from wearing out too fast.

Get a style boost with the BDK Metallic (about $24), which feature a shiny finish in a variety of cool colors. The visually appealing, crisscrossing tread keeps liquids from spreading, while the size is appropriate even for large trucks and vans.

The OxGord Ridged (about $11) boast deep grooves that act like a boot scraper and hold debris in place. It's simple to hose them down and restore their clean look and, with a nice heavy feel, they won't move around unless you want them to.

You can trim the edges of the Zone Tech All-Weather (appx. $25) with household scissors, so they can be customized to fit. They’re relatively inexpensive, and their thick, robust construction could save you money on vacuuming and shampooing the carpet underneath in the long run.

The AmazonBasics Black (appx. $16) aren’t fancy, but they get the job done. Each is constructed of thick rubber with plenty of grooves for trapping muck and water. The set is available in gray and beige, too, so you can match it to the interior of your automobile.

The BDK Palm Pink (appx. $20) certainly won’t be for everyone, because the style is definitely eye-catching, to say the least. But this carpeted set does come in several other interesting designs, sporting everything from skulls to flowers.