Electric vehicles dominate 2026 UK Car of the Year Awards including Audi, Kia and more - full list

Audi collected two of the eight awards, with the A6 saloon ranked as the best Executive Car, while the A6 Avant won the Estate category.

Another Volkswagen Group brand, Skoda, picked up the gong in the Medium Crossover category with all-electric Elroq, with SUVs remaining popular among British drivers.

Almost two-thirds of judges gave the Small Car award to the Renault 5. The sleek electric vehicle offers up to 254 miles in range, with prices starting at just £21,495.

John Challen, Director of the UK Car of the Year Awards, praised the new partnership with Start Rescue, adding that it was a "fascinating time" for the UK automotive market.

He said: "It is great to have Start Rescue onboard, they're just as passionate about keeping motorists informed as we are, and they are experts in their own right."

GB News has rounded up the eight cars crowned as winners from the 2026 UK Car of the Year Awards.

Small Car - Renault 5

Family Car - Kia EV4

Small Crossover - Citroen C3/e-C3 Aircross

Medium Crossover - Skoda Elroq

Executive Car - Audi A6

Large Crossover - Hyundai Ioniq 9

Estate Car - Audi A6 Avant

Performance Car - Alpine A290