Two Cat B electric vehicles stand their ground in a knockout competition.
How Does ACOTY Define This Class?
Electric Vehicles (EVs) that qualify for this category cannot be hatchbacks or SUVs. They need to come under Category B COE and be relatively affordable and mainstream.
Meet The Contenders
If you prefer something more traditional instead of a hatchback or SUV, then you’d likely be looking at sedans. The thing is, these days, it isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. Sedans can take on multiple proportions and types, and if you’re inclined to flex your green credentials, then here are two Cat B electric vehicles that may tickle your fancy.
Representing Sweden is the Polestar 2 Single Motor. Hailing from South Korea is the Hyundai IONIQ 6.
Minimalism is the name of the game with the Polestar 2. From the clean exterior design to essential interior accoutrements, nothing here can be found out of place. We appreciated this clean aesthetic that combines with the practicality of a liftback to offer much to the buyer who chooses to eschew SUVs and hatchbacks.
Around our office, “the Korean Saab” is the moniker that seems to have stuck when referring to the Hyundai IONIQ 6. And what a compliment it is! From a decidedly Saab-esque quirky exterior design to a tech-focused interior to performance that can cause one to draw a sharp breath, there is much here that appeals to us.
In ancient times, many were called but few were chosen. In our case, two were called but there could only be The Chosen One.
AutoApp Car Of The Year Best Cat B EV
Hyundai IONIQ 6
| Vehicle | Points Tally | Price Percentile |
| Hyundai IONIQ 6 | 367 | 56 |
| Polestar 2 Single Motor | 342 | 48 |
Taking victory with a resounding 367 points is the Hyundai IONIQ 6. Despite its slightly higher price tag, we felt that the IONIQ 6 offered a better value proposition. Plus its quirky swooping looks make it distinct and it definitely turns heads on the road.
More on the scoring categories used to derive points here.
Congratulations to the Hyundai IONIQ 6 for winning the AutoApp Car of the Year 2024 Best Cat B EV!
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