Ward’s Auto Interior of the Year Awards have been announced for 2010.
The list features winners in (US) pricing and vehicle type categories, as well as special award winners for design, versatility and brand expression.
The 2010 Ward’s Auto Interior of the Year winners are:
- Subaru Outback (Popular-priced car under $29,999 – pictured)
- Infiniti M56 (Premium-priced car)
- Lexus HS 250h (Hybrid car)
- Chevrolet Camaro (Sports car)
- Chevrolet Equinox (Popular-priced truck under $39,999)
- Volvo XC60 (Premium-priced truck)
- Acura ZDX (Design Breakthrough)
- Mazdaspeed3 (Brand Expression)
- BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo (Design Versatility)
- Porsche Panamera (Inspired Design)
“For years, the focus on safety and functionality has given us drab, uninspired vehicle interiors,” said Ward’s AutoWorld Editor-in-Chief Drew Winter. “This year’s winners show style and original design is becoming as important inside the vehicle as it already is to the sheet metal outside.”
A team of eight Ward’s editors evaluated 40 vehicles that have either all-new or significantly upgraded interiors this year. Judging criteria included aesthetics and design harmony, comfort, driver information, ergonomics, fit and finish, materials, safety and overall value.
