2018 WesBank South African Car of the Year semi-finalists announced

Semi-finalists

• Alfa Romeo Giulia
• Audi Q2
• Audi Q5
• BMW 5 Series
• Honda BR-V
• Honda CR-V
• Hyundai Creta
• Hyundai Elantra
• Kia Picanto
• Kia Sportage
• Land Rover Discovery
• Mini Countryman
• Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
• Nissan Navara
• Peugeot 3008
• Porsche Panamera
• Renault Megane
• Suzuki Baleno
• Suzuki Ignis
• Toyota C-HR
• Volvo S90

Aiming to reward automotive excellence, the 2018 jury will put the finalists through structured testing procedures at the end of January 2018, before scoring each finalist against its direct class competitors on aspects that include:

• Affordability
• Cabin styling, layout, and ergonomics
• Engine performance and technology
• Engineering integrity and build quality
• Exterior design
• Overall excellence
• Ride quality
• Steering and handling
• New technology
• Transmission Performance
• Value for Money

During the next few days, the 2018 jury will conclude voting for the finalist vehicle ranges that will compete in the competition, which will be announced at the Bryanston Country Club on Tuesday, 19 September 2017.

The winner will be announced in March 2018.