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MotorEasy to be headline sponsor of 2022 What Car? Car of the Year Awards

New partnership follows on from motoring association MotorEasy’s successful support of 2020 What Car? Car of the Year Awards

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Dacia Sandero loses Car of the Year 2021 crown after receiving two-star safety rating

Difficult but right decision taken after dialogue with Dacia failed to find a solution to improve the Sandero's safety

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LISTEN: Car of the Year Podcast

The What Car? reviews team discuss the big winners from the Car of the Year Awards 2021

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Car of the Year Awards 2022: Best high-end sports car

More than anything, sports cars need to thrill you. Acceleration is important, but it’s finesse and feel through corners that matter most

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WATCH: Car of the Year revealed – best new models of 2021

Which new cars from the last 12 months have changed the game? We name our favourites, and crown one car the overall What Car? Car of the Year 2021

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Luxury Car of the Year

A luxury car obviously needs sumptuous materials, ride comfort worthy of a magic carpet, and a super-smooth engine. But models targeting company car drivers also needing to offer low CO2 emissions

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Sports SUV of the Year

If you’d really like to be driving a sports car but can’t compromise on practicality, a sports SUV is just the ticket. The best are fun to drive, with scintillating pace and agile, entertaining handling

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best family car interior

There are several types of family car, but here we’re looking at traditional hatchbacks: large enough to be practical, yet compact enough to be easy and enjoyable to drive

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best estate car interior

While estates lack the fashionable status of SUVs, they’re more practical. But an estate also needs to be a pleasure to spend time in, and easy to live with beyond the simple virtue of space

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Convertible of the Year

A good convertible should obviously offer wind-in-the-hair thrills, but, we’re looking for a car that also delivers an enjoyable drive and a four-seat interior that makes you feel special

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Performance Car of the Year

First and foremost, a great performance car is entertaining and involving to drive, but unlike pure sports cars, they also have to be practical and comfortable enough to use every day

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best family SUV for practicality

Cars in this class must obviously provide sufficient space for families. However, the best also offer a comfortable ride, tidy handling and blend performance with wallet-friendly costs

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best family SUV interior

Cars in this class must obviously provide sufficient space for families. However, the best also offer a comfortable ride, tidy handling and blend performance with wallet-friendly costs

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Pick-up of the Year

Today, buyers expect a vehicle that you enjoy driving and being seen in, rather than simply something that does the job. But, of course, pick-ups are still workhorses first and foremost

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Coupé SUV of the Year

Like conventional coupés, coupé SUVs need to have sleek looks, but that style shouldn’t come at the expense of too much practicality, while quality, comfort and handling are also important

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Luxury SUV of the Year

Most luxury SUVs deal in big, brash design. However, the best back this up with a wow factor interior that offers supreme comfort and quality. Plus, they're as fast as they are quiet

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best luxury SUV interior

Most luxury SUVs deal in big, brash design. However, the best back this up with a wow factor interior that offers supreme comfort and quality. Plus, they're as fast as they are quiet

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Best luxury SUV for comfort

Most luxury SUVs deal in big, brash design. However, the best back this up with a wow factor interior that offers supreme comfort and quality. Plus, they're as fast as they are quiet

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: Sports Car of the Year

More than anything, sports cars need to thrill you. Acceleration is important, but it’s finesse and feel through corners that matter most. Sports cars are two-seaters or have rear seats that are only for occasional use

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Car of the Year Awards 2021: MPV of the Year

For those who value space and versatility above style, MPVs make great buys. We’re looking for a car that’s pleasant to drive and spend time in, as well as good value and ruthlessly practical