VW ID. Buzz Earns 2025 Green Van of the Year Title, Alongside Honors for Fiat 500e and Ford Maverick
In the world of automotive innovation, the 2025 Green Car Awards have shone a spotlight on some of the most eco-friendly and efficient vehicles of the year. Here's a round-up of the winners and finalists across various categories.
The Fiat 500e has been crowned the 2025 Urban Green Car of the Year, making it the ultimate right-sized electric city car. The compact and stylish Italian vehicle offers a range of about 120-140 miles, quick acceleration for city driving, and modern infotainment features. Contenders for this award included the Hyundai Kona, MINI Countryman SE ALL4, and Nissan Kicks.
In the race for the Green Van of the Year award, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz emerged victorious. This battery electric homage to the VW Microbus of an earlier era offers spacious seating for up to seven passengers, an electric range around 250-300 miles, advanced driver-assistance systems, and fast charging capabilities. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz was also named Green Car Journal's 2025 Green Van of the Year.
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has been awarded the 2025 Family Green Car of the Year. This versatile vehicle offers a combination of electric and hybrid power, making it an ideal choice for families seeking a practical and efficient vehicle.
The commercial sector has not been left out, with the Ford Maverick being named the 2025 Commercial Green Truck of the Year. The compact pickup truck, available with both hybrid and gasoline powertrains, is praised for its fuel efficiency and practicality, making it an economical choice for businesses. The Ford Maverick was also a finalist for the Commercial Green Truck of the Year award, competing against the Bollinger B4, Chevrolet Silverado EV Work Truck, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Isuzu NRR EV.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has been named the 2025 Green SUV of the Year, while the Toyota Camry has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Green Car of the Year. For those seeking a performance-oriented green vehicle, the Dodge Charger Daytona has been named the 2025 Performance Green Car of the Year. Lastly, the Volvo EX90 has been honoured as the 2025 Luxury Green Car of the Year.
The Green Car Awards, now in their 20th year, continue to celebrate new models that champion greater efficiency and environmental achievement. As the automotive industry moves towards a more sustainable future, these awards serve as a testament to the innovation and progress being made in the sector. For precise data on these vehicles’ Green Car Awards-winning features and specs for 2025, consult official manufacturer releases or dedicated automotive award announcements directly.
In the realm of technology, the Dodge Charger Daytona has been recognized as the Performance Green Car of the Year, showcasing the integration of green innovation in high-performance vehicles. Meanwhile, the Volvo EX90 has earned the title of the Luxury Green Car of the Year, underscoring the potential for luxury and sustainability to coexist in the automotive industry.
