My judgement is based on following grounds:

Peugeot 3008

As fun to drive than a Peugeot sedan, the 3008 combines a top level handlingand SUV advantages, like generous space for a family. At first sight, its strong personality makes it different among its numerous competitors, as its very attractive interior : original dasboard design, good ergonomics, fine aspect and quality feeling. No surprise, but satisfaction, with the engines offer. In the future, an hybrid version will open a new area for eco-friendly 4 x 4 vehicles. So, no doubt, the Peugeot 3008 is the best car of Car of the Year 2010 finalists.

Volkswagen Polo

VW Golf's young sister, Polo is on the way to become the new small cars reference : handling, performances, fuel consumption (especially with the Blue Motion model), gearboxes (DGS7 available), habitabilty, reliabilty and global quality are attractive. And even the price ! A kind of highly recommendable « no problem car ».

Toyota iQ

An unique and perfect concept to be the »king of cities » when behind the steering wheel of the iQ. Easy to park, fun to drive and able to carry three passengers (one more if the fourth is  child), this tiny car is very clever. Pleasant with its small suitable three cylinders engine and CVT transmission, the iQ is able to travel outside downtowns… but without luggage. A very notavite car, unfortunately too expensive for its limited use.

Mercedes E-Class

No revolution, but what a car ! The expressive design gives to this E-Class ab absolutely contemporary look and its technical package is widely over the average. Carrying many innovations in favour of a still more efficent safety, this car is the current large sedan category leader.

Citroën C3 Picasso

Funny, practical, but heavy, the C3 Picasso is an interesting and novative alternative to a compact family car. 

Opel Astra

After the convincing Insignia Car of the Year 2009, Opel follows the same total renovation policy with the new Astra. The result is a well done car, with stylish forms, and nice to drive which allows it to be more competitive than the outgoing Astra against its competitors.