By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
The Auto Magazine
  • Home
  • Auto Shows
    Auto ShowsShow More
    Lotus Returns To Goodwood Festival Of Speed With A Bold Celebration Of Its Past, Present And Future
    July 10, 2025
    Alpine celebrates its 70th anniversary with world and UK debuts at Goodwood
    July 10, 2025
    Maserati MCPURA: the essence of performance debuts at Goodwood
    July 10, 2025
    IAA MOBILITY 2025 Announces Powerful Lineup of Partners and Sponsors
    June 26, 2025
    BMW and Alvaro Barrington celebrate hydrogen mobility at Art Basel in Basel 2025
    June 18, 2025
  • Bikes
    BikesShow More
    BMW Motorrad presents the new BMW CE 04
    July 3, 2025
    Desmo450 MX: Production of the first Ducati Motocross bike begins
    May 28, 2025
    25YM Honda NC750X
    May 13, 2025
    BMW Motorrad presents the new BMW R 1300 RS
    May 2, 2025
    BMW Motorrad presents the new BMW R 1300 RT
    April 30, 2025
  • News
    NewsShow More
    The new Taycan and Cayenne Black Edition models
    July 11, 2025
    INEOS GRENADIER UPS ITS GAME WITH PORTAL AXLE COLLABORATION
    July 11, 2025
    How the BMW Group is gearing up for series production of its new high-voltage batteries
    July 10, 2025
    Bentley opens its largest ever presence at Goodwood Festival of Speed, with UK debut of new Bentayga Speed
    July 10, 2025
    BMW Group shows positive sales development in second quarter of 2025
    July 10, 2025
  • Concepts
    ConceptsShow More
    Mercedes-AMG presents the CONCEPT AMG GT XX
    June 25, 2025
    TOYOTA GAZOO Racing unveils liquid hydrogen-fueled “GR LH2 Racing Concept” at Le Mans
    June 11, 2025
    FIAT unveils the manifesto Grande Panda 4×4
    May 20, 2025
    Renault 4 Savane 4×4 Concept makes its global debut at Roland-Garros 2025
    May 16, 2025
    Hyundai Motor and Plus Unveil Concept for Autonomous Hydrogen Freight Ecosystem at ACT Expo 202
    May 2, 2025
  • Interviews
    InterviewsShow More
    24-hour race at Le Mans, the Nürburgring and Spa – triple marathon for Mercedes-AMG Motorsport
    June 10, 2025
    Kosmas “Dudie” Mamaloukos – The Formidable Racing Talent
    May 15, 2025
    Hi-Range Safari City
    Hi-Range Safari City – The Premier outfitter for 4×4 customization
    May 15, 2025
    BEHIND THE SCENES: ARCHIE RUTHERFORD ON WHAT IT TAKES TO BRING THE W2RC TO SOUTH AFRICA
    May 9, 2025
    Europe and China’s automotive future in a shifting global order
    May 5, 2025
  • EVs
    EVsShow More
    The Kia EV5: an authentic SUV powering Kia’s electrification vision
    July 8, 2025
    Polestar 4 wins the 2025 Mille Miglia Green
    June 27, 2025
    IONIQ 5 N Earns Coveted ‘Five-Star Car’ Accolade at 2025 Autocar Awards
    June 26, 2025
    Polestar 3 OTA update introduces new Abbey Road Studios Mode exclusively for Bowers & Wilkins audio system
    June 18, 2025
    No Compromise Ford Ranger PHEV Brings Electric Power to Europe’s Best-Selling Pickup
    June 18, 2025
  • Motosport
    MotosportShow More
    HINO ALREADY PREPARING FOR 2026 DAKAR RALLY
    July 11, 2025
    Ducati team returns to the track at Donington for the seventh round of the 2025 WorldSBK season
    July 10, 2025
    Nissan Formula E Team heads to Berlin for penultimate race weekend of Season 11
    July 10, 2025
    A legend returns to Le Mans: Škoda Sport back on the famous circuit after 75 years
    July 8, 2025
    Revised line-ups headline Vantage GT3 assault on the Americas as WEC and IMSA fire back into action
    July 8, 2025
  • Trucks & Buses
    Trucks & BusesShow More
    Daimler Truck Global Parts Center officially opened
    July 10, 2025
    MAN celebrates 70 years of tradition and modernity at its Munich plant
    July 3, 2025
    Tata Motors strengthens presence in Qatar with the launch of all-new LPO 1622 bus
    June 26, 2025
    Scania launches MCS rapid charging solution at EVS38
    June 18, 2025
    Daimler Truck and Volvo Group launch Coretura
    June 17, 2025
  • Reviews
    ReviewsShow More
    THE NEW FERRARI AMALFI
    July 9, 2025
    Ferrari 296 Speciale: driving thrills reach new heights
    July 9, 2025
    Introducing the Land Cruiser Hybrid 48V: a new powertrain for Toyota’s legendary SUV
    June 23, 2025
    THE NEW HAVAL H6 SUV IS HERE, AND IT’S BUILT FOR BIG MOMENTS!
    June 18, 2025
    THE NEW PEUGEOT E-208 GTi MORE PLEASURE. MORE GTi THAN EVER!
    June 17, 2025
  • Tech
    TechShow More
    Gaming fun on the go: Audi integrates AirConsole
    June 26, 2025
    New Kia App provides European drivers with a unified digital experience
    June 17, 2025
    Abbey Road Studios Mode makes global debut in Volvo EX90
    June 17, 2025
    Audi develops the picking process of the future
    June 2, 2025
    Volvo EX90 LiDAR and smartphone cameras: What you need to know
    June 2, 2025
Hot News
HINO ALREADY PREPARING FOR 2026 DAKAR RALLY
The new Taycan and Cayenne Black Edition models
INEOS GRENADIER UPS ITS GAME WITH PORTAL AXLE COLLABORATION
Daimler Truck Global Parts Center officially opened
Lotus Returns To Goodwood Festival Of Speed With A Bold Celebration Of Its Past, Present And Future
Motosport

Ferrari claims third consecutive victory in 2025 FIA WEC

Latest News

Hyundai Motor’s Brand Value Rises 18 Percent, Driven by Accelerated Electrification and Future Mobility Vision

Reviews

All-new 2025 Ram 1500 RHO Offers Best Value, Fortifies Industry’s Leading Light-duty Lineup

Motosport

TOYOTA CREWS DUKE IT OUT ON PENULTIMATE DAKAR STAGE

Font ResizerAa
The Auto MagazineThe Auto Magazine
  • Home
  • Auto Shows
  • Bikes
  • News
  • Concepts
  • Interviews
  • EVs
  • Motosport
  • Trucks & Buses
  • Reviews
  • Tech
Search
  • Home
  • Auto Shows
  • Bikes
  • News
  • Concepts
  • Interviews
  • EVs
  • Motosport
  • Trucks & Buses
  • Reviews
  • Tech
Follow US
Crafted by Intellegere Media. © 2024 The Auto Magazine. All rights reserved.
Latest News

Old Mutual Insure 2024 Car of the Year Semi-Finalists Revealed

Itumeleng Garebatshabe
Last updated: December 20, 2023 10:01
By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
946 Views
5 Min Read
Share
5 Min Read
SHARE

The 2024 Car of the Year (COTY) Committee unveiled the long-anticipated semi-finalists for its 2024 competition. Hosted by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ), the 38th COTY annual event is sponsored by Old Mutual Insure (OMI) for the second consecutive year.

“We are excited to reveal this year’s semi-finalists; a diverse set of competitors that are great examples of innovation and excellence in the automotive industry, which is what the competition is all about. We anticipate a highly competitive and thrilling competition this year as the Validation Committee meticulously evaluated each contender,” said Garth Napier, MD of Old Mutual Insure.

- Advertisement -
Ad image

The COTY Validation Committee selects vehicles, assessing eligibility against the rules stipulating that only entirely new model ranges and not a new derivative of an existing model range qualify for entry. The only exception is a sports derivative of an existing model range, which is eligible to compete in the Performance Category.

For the 2024 competition, over 80 vehicles underwent evaluation, resulting in 30 meeting stringent entry criteria. SAGMJ members cast their votes, elevating 25 to semi-finalists. This meticulous process ensures adherence to competition standards, setting the stage for an exciting 2024 COTY competition.

“The 2024 COTY edition has a competitive lineup across all categories, setting the stage for fierce competition among overall and category winners,” said Mabuyane Mabuza, Chairperson of the 2023 and 2024 COTY Committee and Vice-Chairperson of the SAGMJ.

The 25 semi-finalists boast strong representation across all categories. Starting with the Budget and Compact category that targets accessibility for first-time buyers, the Citroen C3 is joined by the Suzuki Fronx and the Toyota Vitz. The Compact Family category sees heightened competition from the previous year, including a newly launched luxury Chinese brand, Omoda. The Family category welcomes the first Chinese battery-electric vehicle, the GWM Ora 03, in the COTY competition, adding a groundbreaking element to the mix and highlighting the competition’s evolving landscape.

In the Premium and Luxury categories, the dominance of brands like Mercedes Benz, BMW, and Lexus is evident with three, two, and one entry, respectively. The Adventure SUV category sees competition from an Indian contender, the Mahindra Scorpio N, while the 4×4 Double Cab category is represented solely by the Volkswagen Amarok this year.

In an interesting move, Ford Motor Company, the 2023 COTY overall winner with the Ford Ranger, entered its new Ranger Raptor V6 in the Performance category set to challenge high-performance derivatives from BMW, Honda, and Toyota. This competitive category promises huge excitement and anticipation.

The semi-finalists representing the eight categories of the 2024 Car of the Year competition are:

Budget and Compact

Citroen C3

Suzuki Fronx

Toyota Vitz

Compact Family

Omoda C5

Renault Captur

Suzuki Grand Vitara

Toyota Urban Cruiser

Family

BMW X1

GWM Ora 03

Mazda CX-60

Nissan X-Trail

Mitsubishi Outlander

Premium

Lexus NX

Mercedes-Benz GLC

Luxury

BMW 7 Series

BMW XM

Mercedes-Benz EQE

Mercedes-Benz EQS

4×4 Double Cab

Volkswagen Amarok

Adventure SUV

Lexus LX

Mahindra Scorpio N

Performance

BMW M2

Ford Ranger Raptor

Honda Civic Type R

Toyota Corolla GR

The rising prevalence of battery-electric vehicles (BEV) and hybrid-electric vehicles (HEV), coupled with the expansion of local infrastructure to support this sector’s growth, prompted the removal of the New Energy category of the COTY competition. These vehicles will now integrate seamlessly into other qualifying categories.

“The calibre of the 2024 COTY semi-finalists is truly impressive, reflecting the industry’s commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering outstanding vehicles. Best wishes to each participant as they vie for the coveted title in their respective categories,” said Napier.

“Congratulations to the 2024 COTY semi-finalists for completing the rigorous selection process. Choosing the 25-vehicle lineup is challenging for our expert members, but it is the start of an exciting time in the COTY history every year. Best of luck in this year’s competition, and thank you for actively participating in this superb, long-standing, and prestigious automotive event,” concluded Mabuza.

January 2024 sees the COTY jury narrowing this list to finalists. These contenders undergo rigorous evaluation before the jury finalises scores, revealing the official 2024 South African Car of the Year winners in May.

TAGGED:2024 South African Car of the YearCar of the YearCOTYOld Mutual InsureSAGMJSouth African Guild of Mobility Journalists

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Stay Updated! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn VKontakte Telegram Email Copy Link Print
Share
ByItumeleng Garebatshabe
Editor
Follow:
Itumeleng is the Managing Editor of The Auto Magazine. He is a tech and car enthusiast

Follow US

FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe
TiktokFollow
TelegramFollow
Google NewsFollow
LinkedInFollow
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

You Might Also Like

Latest News

Finalists for the 2025 South Africa COTY

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
January 28, 2025
Latest News

Old Mutual Insure 2024 Car of The Year Finalists Announced

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
February 9, 2024
Electric Vehicles

Polestar 4 wins Car of the Year and Design Car of the Year in South Korea

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
March 4, 2025
Latest News

ORA 03 bound to impress at SA Car of the Year

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
February 13, 2024
Latest News

2024 SA Car of the Year Finalists Show Mettle Over Rigorous Test Day

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
April 9, 2024
Latest News

A NEW ERA OF EXCELLENCE FOR THE 2024 SAGMJ COTY JURY

By Itumeleng Garebatshabe
January 10, 2024

The Auto Magazine

  • Advertise
  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookie Policy
  • Bikes
  • Electric Vehicles
  • Trucks & Buses
  • Auto Shows
  • Latest News
  • Motosport

Made by Intellegere Media. All rights reserved. 2023

Don't not sell my personal information
Join Us!
Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc.

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
adbanner