Poll - Choose your favorite from the finalists
Prize: The Peugeot 208, winner of the 2020 edition
They are seven chosen and only one can remain.
The election to the Car of the Year in Europe, a
prize that has been awarded since 1964, enters its final stretch
with the candidates from the so-called 'short list', selected from a first group of 29 cars.
Vote here to choose your favorite
.
The winner will be known on
March 1 and will come out of a shortlist that includes cars of all types and technologies,
with electrification present in all of them and taken to its maximum expression in the case of the Fiat 500 and the Volkswagen ID.3.
Unlike other years, in this edition there is no excessively expensive or elitist model and
the emergence of the Cupra Formentor stands out, the first model 100% owned by the young Spanish brand.
The jury, which last year chose the Peugeot 208, is made up of 60 journalists from 23 countries.
Of them, six Spaniards and one, on behalf of Unidad Editorial / El Mundo.
Each one must distribute 25 points, with a maximum score for their favorite of 10 points and they can also assign zeros.
In any case, each vote must be reasoned, taking into account different criteria, among which innovation at affordable prices stands out.
Unlike other awards in the motor world, in this one there are no categories: there can only be one winner.
Below you can find a brief summary of each of the seven finalists, in strict alphabetical order:
CITROËN C4
Data sheet
Engines: Gasoline, diesel and electric.
Powers:
From 130 to 136 CV.
Change:
Manual (6M) and Automatic (1M and 8M).
Traction:
Front.
CO2:
From 0 gr / km.
Price:
From 20,800 euros.
After the groundbreaking image of the C4 Cactus, a new, more conventional generation arrives, although without renouncing the Citroën style.
As in the rest of the French manufacturer's range, comfort is one of the aspects where most work has been done and, from the basic variant, includes the suspension of hydraulic progressive dampers.
In addition to the combustion mechanics, there is one hundred percent electric, with a 50 kWh battery and an approved autonomy of 350 kilometers.
CUPRA FORMENTOR
Data sheet
Engines:
1.5 and 2.0 liter gasoline.
Powers:
190 and 310 CV.
Change:
Manual (6M) and Automatic (7M).
Traction:
Front and 4x4.
CO2:
From 141 gr / km.
Price:
From 29,650 euros.
It is the first model developed specifically for Cupra and not adapted from a Seat.
Its spectacular image mixes the coupé silhouette with the appearance of an SUV and adds that touch of sportiness that is a distinctive sign of the brand.
The well-finished cabin is also imposing and, as on the exterior, numerous details stand out in the characteristic copper color of Cupra.
In 2021 there will be a PHEV and a 150 hp diesel.
FIAT 500E
Data sheet
Motors:
Electric.
Powers:
95 and 118 CV.
Change:
1-speed automatic.
Traction:
Front.
Autonomy:
From 180 to 320 km.
CO2:
0 gr / km.
Price:
From 24,900 euros.
The latest-generation 500 is fully electric and, for now, will coexist with the previous model, equipped with combustion and hybrid engines.
Although it maintains the design features, its dimensions have grown (5.6 cm in length and 6.1 in width).
There will be three well-differentiated equipment versions and two types of battery, with ranges of 180 to 320 kilometers.
The simplest will cost less than 20,000 euros, also discounting the help of the Moves Plan.
LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Data sheet
Engines: Gasoline, diesel and gasoline + electric.
Powers:
200 to 404 CV.
Change:
Automatic (8M).
Traction:
4x4.
CO2:
From 76 gr / km.
Price:
From 57,450 euros.
Its production stopped in 2016 but, after a short hiatus, Land Rover has decided to recover this icon of its range born in 1948. Of course, it does so as a tribute to the myth, but without using a single piece from its ancestors.
Despite its modern image, it maintains details of its predecessor and all the off-road qualities that made it famous, although now it is accompanied by a huge display of technology and comfort that allow a more versatile use.
SKODA OCTAVIA
Data sheet
Engines: Gasoline, diesel, CNG and hybrid.
Power:
110 to 245 CV.
Change:
Manual (6M) and Auto (6M and 7M).
Traction:
Front or 4x4.
CO2:
From 22 gr / km.
Price:
From 21,950 euros.
The best-selling model of the Czech brand worldwide improves thoroughly to continue being so.
For example, using the MQB platform gives you multiple mechanical options, from CNG to 'plug in' through light hybrids, and once again teaches the rest by offering spaciousness and a trunk (600 liters minimum) worthy of praise.
The interior undertakes an important leap in quality and digitization, to which must be added technological and safety equipment that is up to date.
The RS variants put the sporty note.
The Scouts, the most playful.
TOYOTA YARIS
Data sheet
Engines:
Gasoline + electric.
Power:
116 CV.
Change:
Manual of continuous CVT variator.
Traction:
Front.
CO2:
From 87 gr / km.
Price:
From 18,650 euros.
The rest of the brands are open to recognizing that the Yaris is their reference among hybrid utility vehicles.
The fourth generation justifies that position of privilege.
Built on a new platform, it gains in presence, driving feel, equipment and, especially in the hybrid system: more powerful and efficient, it also gains in pleasure of use on the road while in the city it is easy to make consumption averages below three liters.
With the same name, the GR Yaris is from another world: almost a 261 hp customer race car.
VOLKSWAGEN ID.3
Data sheet
Motor:
Electric.
Power:
204 CV.
Change:
Automatic 1 M.
Traction:
Front.
CO2: 0 gr / km.
Batteries:
55 and 77 kWh.
Autonomy:
420 and 550 km
.
Price:
From 36,150 euros.
The one that is called to be the Golf of the future was made to pray, but it is already here.
The first model based on the MEB platform of 100% electric cars in the brand will be offered with powers (125 to 204 hp), three batteries (45 to 77 kWh) and autonomies from 330 to 550 km.
For now, only the most powerful are sold.
Its graceful interior style is a success, the interior on the other hand provides little differentiation.
The trunk, right, has 352 liters.
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