What Car? Car of the Year Awards

he What Car? Car of the Year Awards 2020 saw cars recognised in 27 different categories across the board and the Ford Puma came out victorious as the overall winner. Many of the cars, including the Ford Puma, are available on the Motability Scheme, so we have listed the winners that you can access through Motability and given you a brief synopsis of why they came out on top. The full reviews of these cars can all be read on whatcar.com. T

What Car? reviewers found little to fault on this excellent family car option. From superior ride comfort and space in abundance, to plenty of headroom for passengers and a vast boot cavity. What’s more is that this all comes at a reasonable and affordable price. Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI 115 SE Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 51.4 0-62mph: 9.8secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 111 Boot Capacity (litres): 467

The recently upgraded Renault Zoe impressed this year with an improved interior, longer range and all-round better driving on the road. It is not the most spacious car compared to its rivals but it will still seat four adults fairly comfortably and the modern interior is a major plus point. Renault Zoe R135 GT Line Fuel Type: Electric Range (miles): 238 (real range 192) 0-62mph: 9.5secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 0 Boot Capacity (litres): 338

For a second year running the Kia Picanto has scooped the title of Value Car of the Year for its successful mix of value for money, high quality interior, spacious cabin, reliability and superior performance. You get plenty bang for your buck. A top choice if you are sticking to a tight budget. Kia Picanto 1.25 3 Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 49.6 0-62mph: 11.6secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 114 Boot Capacity (litres): 255

Winner of this award and Overall Car of the Year Award, the Ford Puma has excelled this year in every area. If you are looking for top notch handling, space, fuel consumption and comfort, this mild hybrid is an intelligent choice that ticks all the usual boxes of a winner.

Ford Puma Ecoboost mHEV 155 Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 50.4 0-62mph: 8.9secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 99 Boot Capacity (litres): 456

It’s hard to compete against the Peugeot 5008 in the realms of space and practicality. This car wins hands down every time. It has seven seats, a middle row that slides away and the vast boot is cleverly thought out. On top of that it has a plush interior that offers comfort and it’s reasonably priced.

Peugeot 5008 Puretech 130 Allure Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 42.8 0-62mph: 9.9secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 118 Boot Capacity (litres): 780

Multipurpose vehicles may not be the sexiest of offerings, but they offer families unrivalled practicality. The Citroën Berlingo has more space than you know what to do with, incredible headroom and rear sliding doors. The boot space is vast and the ride, while not exciting, is perfectly comfortable.

Citroën Berlingo Puretech110 Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 43.5 0-62mph: 11.5secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 122 Boot Capacity (litres): 775

Winning this category for a fifth year in a row is an incredible feat. Estates are all about space and the Skoda Superb delivers on this with an incredible 1950 litres of space when the seats are folded down. The drive is impressive, the running costs are low and it comes with plenty of standard kit. Skoda Superb Estate 2.0 TDI 150 Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 54.3 0-62mph: 9.2secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 105 Boot Capacity (litres): 660

The new and improved Toyota Corolla has come back fighting, knocking the Hyundai Ioniq off its long-standing pedestal. The Corolla has shown that it beats its rival on comfort, road noise and the smooth switch from petrol to electric. Fuel consumption is impressive and the interior is high quality. Toyota Corolla 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid Fuel Type: Petrol/Electric Average MPG: 62.7 0-62mph: 10.9secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 76 Boot Capacity (litres): 313

A winner in this category for a second year running, the Polo ticks all the boxes. For a small car, it has plenty of room for a family, and it handles well on country roads and motorways. The Polo also boasts one of the best touchscreen infotainment systems on the market. Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI 95 SE Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 50.2 0-62mph: 10.8secs CO2 Emissions (g/km): 105 Boot Capacity (litres): 351

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FORD TOURNEO INDEPENDENCE™ Titanium Model Roomy & comfortable >> Lightweight EasyFold™ ramp >> Personalised seating layouts >> Bluetooth® >> Privacy glass >> Front & rear air conditioning >> Easy-use electric winch >> Parking sensors >> AppLink £2,995 Advance Payment from £2,995

Luxurious quality & style >> EasyFold™ go-flat ramp >> Full original Volkswagen seating >> Air conditioning >> Cruise control >> Bluetooth® >> Privacy glass >> Parking sensors >> Easy-use electric winch VOLKSWAGEN CADDY VISTA™

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Ford Facelift Ultra-modern & fuel efficient >> Unique EasyGlide™ pull-out ramp >> Original Ford seating throughout >> Easy-use electric winch >> Parking sensors >> Privacy glass >> Air conditioning >> Bluetooth® FORD GRAND CONNECT FREEDOM™

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Excellent accessibility & storage >> Personalised seating options >> Front & rear air conditioning >> Automatic tail lift or ramp >> Bluetooth® >> DAB radio PEUGEOT BOXER SPIRIT™

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