If you care what the Germans think which you probably should when it comes to cars, then this is big news. The Jaguar I-PACE electric SUV has been crowned the 2019 German Car of the Year.
The British / Indian owned brand scored the majority of votes from a dozen motoring journalists. There was a total of 59 cars that were pitted up against each other, from all over the world. The panel was impressed by the combination of driving dynamics, performance and style.
Jens Meiners, German Car of the Year Award jury member and spokesman, said: “The Jaguar I-PACE is not only the first premium electric vehicle from an established manufacturer, it also makes uncompromising use of the advantages of an electrified vehicle architecture.
“Its performance is impressive, and its design and practicality stand out, which is why the I-PACE ultimately was the winner against strong competition.”
The Jag EV topped a shortlist of five to win the award. Others included the Audi A6, the Hydrogen Powered Hyundai Nexo, Peugeot 508 and Volkswagen Touareg. The jury considered design, performance, ride, handling, future viability and general relevance.
Prof. Dr. Ralf Speth, Jaguar Land Rover CEO, said: “We are extremely proud to receive this honour from the German media for our first fully electric vehicle, the Jaguar I-PACE. To get such an award in the homeland of premium brands is very precious.”
Chris was EFTM’s Motoring Editor for many years, driving everything from your entry level hatch to the latest Luxury cars through to the Rolls Royce.
He has been in the media for 20 years, produced three Olympic games broadcasts, attending Beijing 2008 & London 2012.
Strangely he owns a Toyota Camry Hybrid, he defiantly rejects the knockers.
Chris is married to Gillian and resides in Sydney’s North West. They have Sam the English Springer Spaniel and Felix the Burmese cat to keep them company, and recently welcomed baby Henry to the family.
He has now left EFTM, and writes freelance and runs his own Facebook Page “Bowen’s Garage”
RØDE have announced significant discounts now on their highly rated wireless microphone line-up, making professional equipment…
I travel a lot, people know that, and while some think it's all sight seeing…
LG have won a staggering 17 awards at the inaugural Innovation Awards at IFA 2025…
There’s camping, there’s glamping but EcoFlow takes the great outdoors to a whole new level…
I've touched down in San Francisco after a flight from Berlin for the biggest event…
Lenovo has unveiled their latest suite of AI-Powered Devices and Experiences at IFA, with new…