When you’ve invested money in a new car, SUV or truck, one of the first casualties in the wear and tear that follows is the carpets. This can be easily remedied with a nice set of floor mats. These can prove hard to choose, however, when the marketplace is so crowded. With both universal and specific fits, different physical designs and materials, and different offerings on warranties and guarantees, how is a consumer meant to choose?
Below you’ll find our recommendations for some of the best all-weather floor mats that suit different needs.
1. Husky Liners – Editors Choice
A heavy-duty truck needs strong and durable floor mats. Husky liners are made to fit the 2015-2021 Ford F-150 SuperCrew with factory carpeting, one of the most popular and best-selling trucks in America. The mats are made from durable Thermoplastic Olefin (TPO) and contain product-exclusive “StayPut” cleats to secure them in place. Husky offers a lifetime guarantee on the product, and even prints that on the badging!
Pros
- Highly durable with deep edges to contain any spil
- Precision fit for the F-150 SuperCrew, will feel like an integrated component
- Tough, but made to fit with the Ford interior style
- Lifetime guarantee from Husky
Cons
- Only made for one specific vehicle type
- No flexible payment options
2. Amazon Basics – Best Value
If you’re on a budget but still want to enjoy free shipping and free returns, then these mats are for you. They are a relatively simple design, but made to fit virtually any passenger car. The thick rubber is protective but also flexible and therefore the mats are easy to remove and clean. They’re fairly easy to trim if required, and Amazon backs up the quality with a 12-month warranty.
Pros
- Quality assured by 12-month warranty
- Easy to remove and clean
- Budget-friendly
- Universal fit
Cons
- Only available in black
- No flexibly payment options
3. ISSYAUTO – Premium Pick
These TPE mats from ISSYAUTO are made for the 2013-2021 Toyota 4Runner and the 2014-2021 Lexus GX460. The clean, elegant finish fits well with Toyota/Lexus interiors, but the TPE is simultaneously highly durable and eco-friendly thanks to its tri-extruded composition. The surface is stain-resistant and very resistant to cold weather, and the manufacturer offers a limited lifetime guarantee against defects.
Pros
- Precision fit to Toyota/Lexus trucks
- Eco-friendly and attractive material that is also durable and easy to clean
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Stain resistant and effectively traps moisture
- Free shipping and returns
Cons
- Vehicle-specific design
- Higher price point
4. WeatherTech Universal Floor Mats
Finally we have this pleasing offering from WeatherTech which is made for a universal fit in just about any passenger car or SUV. It’s a 4-piece set made from TPE and it comes in three colors: black, grey or tan. It features proprietary tech, “MatGrip” that helps it stay attached to the floor, especially on the driver’s side where it matters most. The mats can be trimmed up to 3 inches in width and length to get the perfect fit, and the materials are durable enough to withstand the harshest winters.
Pros
- Universal fit, and easily adjusted to fit any passenger car or SUV
- Durable, odorless TPE material
- Multiple colors available
- Free shipping available
Cons
- Will stain easily if not cleaned regularly
