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World Car of the Year award winners announced, U.S.-made vehicle wins top honors

Chris Teague

Chris Teague

The Porsche Taycan has won two awards this year.

A jury of automotive journalists from across the globe have tested a bevy of new vehicles and given an American-made model top honors. The 2020 World Car of the Year awards consist of four category winners and one top dog.

Scroll down to see the winners.

2020 World Car of the Year – Kia Telluride

2020 Kia Telluride

Photo courtesy of Kia Motors

The Kia Telluride is a new three-row SUV offering from the mass market automaker. It’s constructed in West Point, Georgia. The model has won numerous awards this season including the coveted North American Utility Vehicle of the Year honor.

2020 World Luxury Car of the Year – Porsche Taycan

Porsche Taycan

Photo courtesy of Porsche AG

Residents of Utah and Nevada are the Americans most excited about the Porsche Taycan. And, according to the World Car of the Year jury, they should be. The all-electric performance car delivers on athleticism and handling, two top priorities for Porsche buyers.

2020 World Urban Car of the Year – Kia Soul

2020 Kia Soul

Photo courtesy of Kia Motors

The Kia Soul was completely redesigned for the 2020 model year. It has a sleek new front end but maintains its characteristic boxiness. It’s easy handling and small size make it ideal for urban environments.

2020 World Performance Car of the Year: Porsche Taycan

Porsche Taycan

Photo courtesy of Porsche AG

The Taycan double dipped, which shows its strength in a market that is growing increasingly comfortable with all-electric cars. This despite the fact that a recent Ford survey found that over one-third of respondents globally had no interest in owning one.

2020 World Car Design of the Year – Mazda Mazda3

2020 Mazda Mazda3

Photo courtesy of Mazda North American Operations

The 2020 Mazda Mazda3 is a top-to-bottom redesign of popular model. It’s a freshly sleek and stylish take on the car that is known for its athletic handling and well-appointed interior.

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