The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) announced the Hyundai Elantra has earned the title of “2012 Canadian Car of the Year” at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto. The Elantra was selected as the winner from a group of three finalists which also included Hyundai’s Accent.
The announcement of Elantra’s Canadian Car of the Year victory comes just over one month after the car was named the 2012 “North American Car of the Year” during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. As the Genesis luxury sedan earned both titles in 2009, this marks the second time in four years that a Hyundai vehicle has won both awards back-to-back.
The AJAC “Best New Design” award is presented annually to the vehicle that exhibits the best balance of form and function. The jury is composed of AJAC journalist members from across Canada who rate vehicles on a combination of aesthetics, function, and brand essence. The aesthetics component reflects the sheer beauty of the design. The function component assesses the manner and degree to which it accommodates the practical requirements of the vehicle type and brand essence considers its success in conveying the image, heritage, and values of the specific brand.
Each year AJAC names the best new cars in eight categories following an intensive one-week event known as “Test Fest.” From these eight winners, three finalists are selected before the highest-rated vehicle is chosen as the overall “Canadian Car of the Year.” Last October, the Accent, Elantra, and Veloster were named Best New Small Car under $21,000, Best New Small Car over $21,000 and Best New Sports/Performance Car under $50,000 respectively. With three wins, Hyundai took home more AJAC Canadian Car of the Year category awards than any other manufacturer.
Source: http://www.hyundai.com.au/About-Hyundai/news/Articles/Hyundai-Elantra-and-Veloster-Shine-in-the-Canadian-2012-Car-of-the-Year-Awards
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