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Skoda Elroq Crowned Car of the Year 2026

12/17/2025

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Story summary

Skoda Elroq was named The Car Expert's Car of the Year 2026 and won the Best Small Crossover award.
The Drive Car of the Year awards evaluate more than 200 new cars annually across 17 price-banded categories.
Kia EV4 is praised for its design and technology.
The Omoda 9 is named best new family plug-in hybrid with up to 90 miles of electric range.

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Historical Context

The Drive Car of the Year Awards, established to recognize automotive excellence, evaluated over 200 models in 2021, reflecting a significant shift towards electric and hybrid vehicles. This trend aligns with the automotive industry's broader transition towards sustainability, influenced by consumer demand for efficiency and innovation, as seen with Kia's EV4, which garnered praise for its design and technology.

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Story summary

Skoda Elroq was named The Car Expert's Car of the Year 2026 and won the Best Small Crossover award.
The Drive Car of the Year awards evaluate more than 200 new cars annually across 17 price-banded categories.
Kia EV4 is praised for its design and technology.
The Omoda 9 is named best new family plug-in hybrid with up to 90 miles of electric range.

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