November 19, 2006
Not really a surprise… the Lexus LS460 is Japan’s choice for Car of the Year. However, the list is quite controversial, as the Japanese chose more of brands from their homeland and put the Germans at the end.
Although I am aware that this award is only considered within Japan, vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was ranked at number 8, which is quite shocking to hear. Personally, I’d put the S-Class on numero uno and the LS at second. Why? Just because the S-Class actually redefined the meaning of luxury sedans, while the LS just complements it.
Oh, well. Continue reading for full rankings.
1. Lexus LS460
2. Honda Stream
3. Mazda MPV
4. Mitsubishi i
5. Suzuki SX4
6. Audi TT
7. Citroen C6
8. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
9. Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI
10. Peugeot 1007
[Source: Car of the Year Japan]