- Top 8 award-winning cars of 2026
- Multiple prizes for BMW iX3
- Affordable EVs like BYD Dolphin Surf praised
- VW Passat is best estate for professionals
- Renault 5 E-Tech winning plaudits
These award-winning cars are setting the pace in 2026 - and you can lease them right now with Select Car Leasing.
The start of the year has seen a flurry of industry trophies being handed out to deserving vehicles, from electric SUVs to practical estates.
With new ‘26’ registration plates launched on March 1st, now has never been a better time to add a new brand-new vehicle to your driveway.
Here’s a quick run-down of some key models to add to your wishlist:
BMW iX3 (What Car? 2026 Car of the Year, Electrifying.com 2026 Car of the Year, Top Gear.com 2026 Car of the Year)
Why you should lease it: EV range of up to 500 miles, modern ‘Neue Klasse’ BMW design, rapid charging.
BYD Dolphin Surf (Best Small Electric Car for Value, What Car?)
Why you should lease it: Affordable, smart urban styling, strong range from ‘Blade’ battery.
Kia EV4 (Best Family Car, UK Car of the Year 2026)
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Why you should lease it: Strong 388-mile range, family-friendly interior, hatchback and saloon body types.
VW Passat (Estate Car of the Year, Professional Driver)
Why you should lease it: Rear leg room, huge boot, option of PHEV engine.
Renault 5 E-Tech (Small Car of the Year, UK Car of the Year Small Car of the Year, Best Small Electric Car, What Car?)
Why you should lease it: Charming retro styling, poised handling, value for money.
BYD Seal U DM-i (2026 Private Hire Car of the Year, Professional Driver)
Why you should lease it: UK’s most popular plug-in hybrid, huge EV range, classy interior.
Alpine A290 (Performance Car of the Year, UK Car of the Year Awards 2026)
Why you should lease it: Performance without being intimidating, superb driver engagement, styling with real ‘Wow!’ factor.
Skoda Elroq (Best Medium Crossover, UK Car of the Year Awards 2026)
Why you should lease it: Refined EV driving dynamics, clever interior packaging, outstanding overall value.
None of the above catch your eye? Check out some of the hottest lease deals and special offers currently available from Select Car Leasing.
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