The finalists for the 2017 European Car of the Year award have been announced, with seven automakers vying for the coveted title. The list of contenders after a first vote by the 58 jury members are as follows:
- Alfa Romeo Giulia
- Citroen C3
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Nissan Micra
- Peugeot 3008
- Toyota C-HR
- Volvo S90/V90
As you can see, no American or Korean brands were shortlisted as a finalist this time round, and the list is devoid of any electric or hybrid models as well. Furthermore, of all the marques here, each has won the award before save for Volvo.
Of the finalists, we’ve already driven the W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, as well as the Peugeot 3008 (expect our drive report soon), with models like the Toyota C-HR and Volvo S90 likely to hit our shores in the future.
Meanwhile, Alfa Romeo’s latest sedan managed to impress the panel of jurors enough to be featured here, one of several new models from the company, with the other being its first-ever SUV – the Stelvio. Other notable mentions include the revamped Nissan Micra (or March) and Citroen C3, both of which feature an all-new design, accompanied by technological improvements.
The winner will be announced next year at the Geneva Motor Show in March, with each of the 58 jury members dividing 25 points among at least five of the candidates. The 2016 edition saw the Opel/Vauhall Astra take first place, followed by the Volvo XC90 in second, Mazda MX-5 in third.
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as usual, the worst car will win the prize…refer last year astra
Have you driven the new Astra to be able that judgement? The new Astra is a very impressive car.
Have you driven the new Astra to be able to make that judgement? The new Astra is a very impressive car.
What about the new coming soon Mashita MX-5 RF, not in the 2017 listing?
The MX-5 isn’t a new model that has just been launched. It was already included in last year’s competition.
How come there is no honda?
Damn…
What?? Why no Honda civic? Its brilliant crab-like tail lamp design is unique. 1.5 turbo is very powerful. Stupid Europeans. Adonbilivit.
Proton jaguh kampung, where are you?
Kimchi mana?
Altis vios camry mana?
Well… Toyota is not selling Camry and Vios in Europe I believe, and the Corolla they are getting is different from what we and the american get.
Volvo > all
lol there’s nothing from VAG
IMO, this 7 vehicle mention here are worthy to be crowned European Car of the Year.
To the car manufacturer, its a numbers game. To be able sell in high volume will mean profits to the company.
My take is :-
1) Nissan Micra
2) Toyota C-HR
3) Mercedes-Benz E-Class
This will be the top 3 sellers in their respective segment. It will also mean that it will contribute most profits to their car manufacturer.
My personal pick will be the Alfa Romeo Giulia bcos I’m an Alfa fan first & foremost. Happy commenting & reading.
Volvo for sure..