- 25 vehicles will compete for three prizes in the 2027 North American Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year awards.
A jury of automotive journalists will evaluate 25 vehicles, awarding three in the 2027 North American Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year awards. This year, the nominees include five cars, four trucks, and 16 SUVs. The list includes a mix of gas-powered, hybrid, and electric-powered vehicles.
Kelley Blue Book Managing Editor Jason Fogelson and Senior Editor Allyson Harwood return as jurors, alongside 43 other industry experts from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
The jury will announce three finalists in each category at November’s Los Angeles Auto Show, with winners named next January at the Detroit Auto Show.
Kia leads the pack with four nominees, followed by Jeep with three. In alphabetical order by class, the nominees are:
