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WardsAuto 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems awards

Overview

The 2026 WardsAuto ‘10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems’ awards highlight a significant transition in the automotive industry. For the first time since the award's inception in 1995, all ten winners utilized electrified systems, with no pure internal combustion engines selected. The winning group comprised four battery electric vehicles (BEVs), four hybrids (HEVs), and two plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).

Specific recognition was given to Hyundai Motor Company’s 2.5 turbo hybrid system in the Palisade Hybrid, noted for its 334 horsepower output, and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.’s e-POWER system used in the Rogue Hybrid. Other recognized models included the Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic Electric, Rivian R2 Performance, Subaru Trailseeker, Volvo EX60 P10 AWD, Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, and Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid.

Entities

WardsAuto · Mercedes-Benz · Nissan Rogue · Rivian · Palisade

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    WardsAuto 2026 awards mark shift to electrified powertrains

    The 2026 WardsAuto 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems awards feature no pure internal combustion engines, marking a historic shift toward electric and hybrid powertrains.

  2. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Hyundai and Nissan hybrid systems named to WardsAuto 10 Best

    Hyundai and Nissan have both secured spots in the 2026 WardsAuto 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems, recognizing the Palisade Hybrid and Rogue Hybrid technologies.

Sources

kienthuc.net.vn · thanhnien.vn