The seven finalists for the 2025 European Car of the Year title has been announced.
The 60 jurors from 23 European countries had to choose from 42 models those they consider most likely to win the continental award. The winner will be announced on January 10, during the Brussels International Motor Show.
In September, the first big test of the candidates took place in Denmark. Now, after the first vote was closed, the seven chosen were (in alphabetical order ) the Alfa Romeo Junior, Citroen C3, Cupra Terramar, Dacia Duster, Hyundai Inster, Kia EV3 and Renault 5 / Alpine A290 (considered as the same model ).
From now on, the jurors will have a number of weeks to thoroughly test the candidates and forge a vote that will allow them to choose the best in Europe. Finally, all seven car models will be brought together for a joint test at the Mettet Test facility in Belgium right up to the final vote for the title of European Car of the Year 2025.
For the final choice, each jury can distribute 25 points, offering a maximum of 10 points to a car, and being obliged to vote at least five of the seven finalists.
Last year's continental crown went to the Renault Scenic, which was also recently voted Irish Car of the Year 2025.
