Peugeot 3008 wins car Of The Year

Europe's Car of The Year is the Peugeot 3008 family car which won judges’ votes in a tight race ahead of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Published Monday 03 April 2017 - 14:56 Modified Monday 03 April 2017 - 14:56

It is the fifth time Peugeot has won the COTY and the team of 58 judges – which included just two women – praised the 3008 for its design, comfort, safety, performance and driver satisfaction.

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