The 10 finalists of the hotly-anticipated Japan Car of the Year Award 2018–2019 have finally been revealed. The 10 models were chosen from the 27 nominees selected earlier this month. The 10 vehicles will reportedly be tested at the Fuji Speedway on November 20.
So, just how does the Japan Car of the Year get its ratings? For the uninitiated, the noted institution comprises approximately 59 board members from numerous fields which include some car media personnel, TV and radio presenters, motorists, and car industry experts.
Each of the board members is given 25 points to allocate on the announced finalists which will then be reduced to five cars from which the ultimate winner will be fished out. In no particular order, here now are the 10 finalists of the Japan Car of the Year 2018-2019.
Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester is noted for its comfortable cabin, its standard all-wheel drive, great visibility, and the expansive cargo space, among others.
Toyota Corolla Sport
This new compact car is famed for its affordable price, plus its enduring reliability, beefier safety features, spacious back seats, and decent fuel economy.
Toyota Crown
The new generation Toyota Crown features an updated design language, alongside an array of cleaner and more efficient engines.
Honda Clarity PHEV
Honda's latest plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is noted for its high efficiency on moving people. This is mainly attributed to its roomy space, stellar fuel economy, beefier safety features, and a design language that is simply a head-turner.
Mazda CX-8
The Mazda CX-8 is famed for its overall comfort, cabin quietness, diesel refinement, and versatile seating.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Akin to the Honda Clarity PHEV's aesthetics, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross' styling is also a magnet for attention. Beyond that, it also comes with an exceptional warranty package, excellent infotainment system, supple ride and lively driving dynamics.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The smooth-operating, premium SUV, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is famed for its fast outing, precise steering, and excellent breaking. It also packs a lot of amenities which all improve the driver's navigation.
BMW X2
One of the most versatile all-wheel-drive variants, the BMW X2 is noted for its engine that boasts of power that is more than efficient enough to propel the vehicle out of most situations.
Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 is highly competitive in terms of its powertrains. Interestingly, this variant also comes with an affordable starting price!
Volkswagen Polo
The main attributes of the Volkswagen Polo are its robust engine, modern design, and interiors that are luxurious enough to impress even the upmarket.
The winner among the ten finalists of the Japan Car of the Year Award 2018-2019 will be announced on December 7 at the Tokyo International Exchange Center.
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