Apr 06, 2024 - 19:15
By pocket-lint.com

EE Pocket-lint Awards 2023: Car of the year winner

The Pocket-lint Awards 2023, sponsored by a new EE, celebrates the best devices and products across 21 categories from smartphones to cameras. The winners were announced on 9 November, crowning the Car of the Year 2023.

Each of the categories has six nominations within it, all of which have been reviewed by Pocket-lint in full at some point during the last 12 months. The Best Car category is about showcasing the best electric and future technology on the road.

Car of the Year: BMW i4

The BMW i4 pairs driving dynamics with quality, resulting in a car that's distinctly BMW, familiar to BMW drivers, but packing in the latest technology for emission-free driving. Superb handling and comfort awaits those who drive the BMW i4, boosted by a connected experience with a huge central display.

The cherry on top is the Hans Zimmer-composed soundtrack that accompanies the drive: it just adds a space-age feel to things. The BMW i4 feels like a gateway EV, helping those who love their combustion BMW slip into something really familiar. It's packed with heritage, packed with technology and is wonderful to drive.

It's also efficient, quiet and refined on the road, making this an electric car that's easy to recommend.

Highly Commended: Rolls-Royce Spectre

Channelling the spirit of Rolls-Royce into an electric form is no mean feat, but the Rolls-Royce Spectre delivers in a huge way. With no stone left unturned when it comes to detail, the Rolls-Royce Spectre is the highest quality.

But it still drives like a Rolls, feels like a Rolls and looks like the Rolls of the future — which it is. Sure, it's expensive, but you can see where you money goes.

The best of the rest

Genesis GV60

The Genesis GV60 offers distinct styling in a compact crossover, but elevates the appeal, with a standard equipment list that's comprehensive. From the headlights to the interior styling, there's flair to the GV60, making it a unique offering.

Boosting the technology is a facial recognition system that can unlock the doors for you — but it's really about the solid range and performance that the GV60 offers. It's a great car to drive and power efficient to boot.