The shortlist for the World Car Finals Powered by Brembo has been revealed, with just three cars now remaining in the fight for the top award.
The award was won last year by the Kia EV9, with journalists from across the globe selecting the all-electric SUV as their model of a choice by secret ballot.
Kia remains in the running for the top award this time around with the EV3 having earned a place in the final three alongside the BMW X3 and the Hyundai Inster.
Shortlists have also been confirmed for a range of other awards, with the winners being revealed at the New York International Auto Show next month.
"As the New York Auto Show marks an incredible 125 years, we're thrilled to kick off the celebration with one of the industry's most prestigious honours - the World Car Awards!" Mark Schienberg, president of NYIAS said.
"Winning this award, judged by 96 of the world's top automotive journalists, is a true triumph and the perfect way to launch North America's first and most-attended auto show.
"A huge congratulations to the World Car team for over two decades of excellence, and best of luck to this year's outstanding finalists!"
| World Car Finals Powered by Brembo - Shortlists | |
| World Car of the Year | World Electric Vehicle |
| BMW X3 | Hyundai Inster |
| Hyundai Inster | Kia EV3 |
| Kia EV3 | Porsche Macan Electric |
| World Luxury Car | World Performance Car |
| Porsche Macan | BMW M5 |
| Porsche Panamera | Porsche 911 Carrera GTS |
| Volvo EX90 | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT |
| World Urban Car | World Car Design |
| BYD Seagull | Kia EV3 |
| Hyundai Inster | Toyota Land Cruiser |
| MINI Cooper Electric | Volkswagen ID. Buzz |
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