With the final voting finalised, each of the ten contenders will now be subjected to a number of test until the January, based on the following criteria:
- affordability
- cabin styling, layout, and ergonomics
- engine performance and technology
- engineering integrity and build quality
- exterior design
- new technology
- overall excellence
- ride quality
- steering and handling
- transmission performance
- value for money
The ten finalists are:
- Alfa Romeo Giulia
- Audi Q5
- BMW 5-series
- Kia Picanto
- Land Rover Discovery
- Peugeot 3008
- Porsche Panamera
- Suzuki Ignis
- Toyota C-HR
- Volvo S90
