Don’t like having to call out your vehicle recovery provider? Then you should probably take some time to digest the list of top 10 World Cars of the Year. Indeed, such an accolade is sure to boost the profits of any car company and this year it’s the Germans who will be reaping the rewards…
The Audi A5 brings up the rear in 10th, though this by no means signifies a poor motor: experts say its build quality and handling are great, although they may have over-done the techie stuff. Audi fills the 9th spot too, with the Q3 which is a reliable SUV that does what it says on the tin. Next in 8th, the Germans are at it again with the BMW 1-Series and thought to be a great car,right in the classic Beamer vein, but rivals do better on interior space and ride quality.
Another German car (yawn) fills the next spot in 7th, namely the BMW 3-Series: hard to fault on build quality, handling and comfort; the only complaint might be the noise from the engine. A British car is featured next in 6th (well, an American owned British car) in the form of the Vauxhall Ampera, which analysts predict may change the face of how cars are manufactured forever.
The Citroen DS5 is up next in 5th, with a unique design and a superb cabin; the ride is a little shaky, however, which may be due to the modest 19 inch tyres. The Ford Focus zooms into the next slot in 4th, a family hatchback that, say Jeremy Clarkson types, is a real pleasure to drive.
The Brits have another top ten hit (Indian ownership acknowledged) in the form of the dazzling Land Rover Evoque, which, although a tad pricey, appears to be wowing even the most devout Chelsea tractor haters in 3rd.
Another German motor pulls up alongside in 2nd place, just edged out of the top spot, in the classic shape of the Porsche 911 – now with superb chassis electronics and the usual jaw dropping performance.
VW roars (kind of) into the top spot, with the UP: a taste of things to come perhaps, with very eco-friendly credentials, but is it the most thrilling drive around? You decide…
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