The shortlisted models are Ford C-MAX, Ford Focus, Honda CR-Z, Hyundai i40, Kia Picanto, Kia Rio, Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Peugeot 508, and Range Rover Evoque.
From 46 eligible cars, selection of the shortlisted vehicles is based on votes from the 24 voting members of the IMWA, taking into account such factors as value for money, style, engineering and performance.
“This year’s shortlist of ten includes some great models with a mix of exciting new versions of established nameplates and some totally new cracking car concepts,” says Paddy Murphy of Continental Tyres Ireland.
The IMWA members will now re-test each model at both ‘Refresher’ day drive event and over the coming weeks before the final deadline for submission of votes.
Last year’s Continental Irish Car of the Year was the Nissan Juke.
