Fifteen cars from seven countries are in the running for Spain’s 2027 ABC Car of the Year. The shortlist highlights a surge in electric vehicles and a record number of Chinese brands.
Seven fully electric cars, a wave of Chinese brands, and a jury of 100 automotive journalists set the stage for the 2027 ABC Car of the Year. The newly announced shortlist points to major changes in Spain’s car market, with electrification and new international players challenging the status quo.
This is the 55th year of Spain’s top automotive award, and the field is more varied than ever. The 15 finalists—BYD Dolphin G, Changan Deepal S05, Cupra Raval, DS Nº7, Ebro s900, Geely E2, GWM Ora 5, Kia EV2, Leapmotor B05, Mercedes-Benz GLC Eléctrico, Omoda 7, Renault Clio, Skoda Epiq, Toyota RAV4, and Volkswagen ID.Polo—cover a wide range of technologies. Electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, and bifuel gasoline-LPG engines are all represented, reflecting the market’s current crossroads.
В 2026–2027 годах в Испании и по всей Европе отмечается резкое усиление позиций китайских брендов и электромобилей, что напрямую отражается в составе финалистов премии ABC Car of the Year.
Chinese brands have never had such a strong showing in Spain. Several Chinese models made the shortlist, competing directly with established European and Asian names. This shift has already sparked debate in the industry, as seen in a recent report on the impact of affordable Chinese cars in Europe. Data from auto-stats and Europa Press shows that the rise of Chinese brands is not a one-off event. New models like the Geely E2 and Omoda 4 are already set to launch in Spain soon, pointing to a lasting trend.
But the competition is about more than just where the cars come from. Each finalist brings its own mix of size, powertrain, efficiency, and price. The Cupra Raval and Ebro s900 highlight Spanish engineering, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC Eléctrico and Toyota RAV4 represent established global players. Renault Clio and Skoda Epiq add further variety, making sure no single technology or country dominates. According to auto-stats, models like the Renault Clio and Toyota RAV4 have been among Spain’s top sellers in both 2025 and 2026, which explains their place on the shortlist.
The winner will be chosen in January by a jury from Spain’s leading automotive media. Google/SpainAuto notes that this year’s vote is expected to be especially close, given the range of technologies and the high stakes for manufacturers looking to lead in a changing market.
В опубликованных списках финалистов премии представлены полностью электрические, гибридные, plug-in hybrid, бензиновые и bifuel-модели, что отражает текущую структуру испанского рынка и усиливающуюся конкуренцию между ДВС и электрификацией.
The 2027 ABC Car of the Year shortlist captures a market in transition. The strong presence of electric vehicles and the arrival of Chinese brands show how quickly the industry is changing. The outcome will not just name a winner—it will also reveal which strategies are connecting with experts and buyers in Spain. As Europa Press and auto-stats.eu point out, the 2027 award season is already underway across Europe and North America, underlining the broader significance of these shifts.
