New Volvo V40 one of eight finalists in the "Car of the Year "

Car of the Year 2013 - Volvo V40

The Volvo V40 is one of the year's eight finalists for the prestigious "Car of the Year 2013". Car of the Year will be announced on 4 March - see models who compete against new V40 for the title as the best car in the European market.

"V40 blends classicism and an outside design to be faithful Volvo's core values​​. It is a true premium small car for elegance, comfort and dynamic driving experience. A single five-door body meets all the needs, "writes Car of the Year on its website.

Which manufacturer offers the most outstanding new car in the European market in 2013? Now fighting the new Volvo V40 against seven competitors Car of the Year Final. Car of the Year jury is made up of the most influential motor journalists in the European market. Together, its members represent 23 countries. In October, they conducted tests of 40 cars in Tannishus, Denmark - including the new Volvo V40 and Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid.

Has voted finalists

The jury had its first vote on Dec. 14 - and now they have announced the finalists. The new Volvo V40 is the Ford B-Max, Hyundai i30, Mercedes A-Class, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Subaru BRZ / Toyota GT 86 (participating as a contestant) - and Volkswagen Golf. The winner of the Car of the Year 2013 will be announced on March 4, just before the next edition of the Geneva Motor Show. 

Many people think of the Volvo - V40 and praised the Car of the Years website, including the car's innovative safety and wide range of engines: "On top of the auto brake system, City Safety, V40 offers the industry's first airbag for pedestrians. A whole range of turbo engines covering the needs of many types of customers, from the frugal 1.6 D2 diesel - to the lively 1.6 T4 with 180 horsepower. Anyone who is looking for even more muscle will find this in the five-cylinder 2.5 T5 with 250 hp, gearbox with double clutch - and sports suspension with accessories, "writes Car of the Year.