The jury consists of 102 journalists from 33 countries.
For 2022, there were 28 contenders.
The winners in the six categories will be announced at the 2022 NYIAS.
The World Car of the Year awards are among the most prestigious in the world. This year’s crop of contenders has entries from automakers from every corner of the globe.
The top 3 finalists will be shared on March 15th while the big winners will be known at this year’s New York International Auto Show on April 13th.
“We are proud to partner the World Car Finals for the fourth consecutive year. Brembo and these prestigious Awards aim at inspiring automotive excellence, leadership and innovation. Indeed, it is our vision for ‘Turning Energy into Inspiration’ that has enabled us to deliver technological breakthrough and sustainable solutions such as SENSIFY™, our recently announced intelligent braking system. We feel privileged to play a part in recognizing the world’s most exceptional cars, especially the World Electric Vehicle of the Year Award,” states Daniele Schillaci, CEO of Brembo.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E | Photo: Olivier Delorme
Here are the finalists in each category:
The 2022 World Car of the Year (WCOTY)
– Audi Q4 e-tron
– Cupra Formentor
– Ford Mustang Mach-E
– Genesis G70
– Honda Civic
– Hyundai Ioniq 5
– Hyundai Tucson
– Kia EV6
– Lexus NX
– Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ
2022 Toyota GR86 | Photo: Toyota
The 2022 World Electric Vehicle of the Year
– Audi e-tron GT
– BMW iX
– Ford Mustang Mach-E
– Hyundai Ioniq 5
– Mercedes-Benz EQS
The 2022 World Urban Car
– Dacia Sandero
– Opel Mokka
– Renault Kiger
– Toyota Yaris Cross
– Volkswagen Taigun
The 2022 World Luxury Car
– Audi Q5 Sportback
– BMW iX
– Genesis GV70
– Mercedes-Benz EQS
– Volvo C40 Recharge
