Evoque Wins Overall Women's World Car of the Year 2012

The Land Rover Range Rover EvoqueLand Rover Range Rover EvoqueUnited Kingdom, 2011 > present128 versions
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took the overall award for the 2012 Women's World Car of the Year. The BMW 3 SeriesBMW BMW 3 Series Gen.6 [F30/F31]Germany, 2012 > present115 versions
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and Audi Q3Audi Q3Germany, 2011 > present66 versions
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won second place and third place respectively. The award is given out in four categories and then three overall winners are selected. 

"The Women's World Car of the Year title further reflects the great market reach of Evoque. Across the world, women are a customer base in their own right, so it is vital for any manufacturer to ensure their products meet their preferences and requirements," Land Rover Global Brand Director John Edwards.

In the family car category the BMW 3 Series won, and the Audi Q3 and Ford FocusFord Focus Gen.3 [III]United States of America, 2012 > present10 versions
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were second and third.

For the luxury car category the Evoque won. The Jaguar XJJaguar XJ Gen.4United Kingdom, 2010 > present59 versions
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and Audi A6Audi A6 Gen.4Germany, 2011 > present93 versions
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were second and third.

The Porsche 911Porsche 911 Gen.6 [991 Series]Germany, 2011 > present110 versions
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won in the sports car category, the Jaguar XKRJaguar XKRUnited Kingdom, 2006 > present6 photos
was second and the Mercedes SLKMercedes-Benz SLK-Class Gen.3Germany, 2011 > present14 versions
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was third.

In the economy car category the Honda CivicHonda Civic Gen.9Japan, 2011 > present85 versions
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won, the VW UpVolkswagen Up! Gen.1Germany, 2011 > present107 versions
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second and Ford FiestaFord Fiesta Gen.6United States of America, 2008 > 2017204 versions
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third. 

"This award highlights the unique exterior styling and practical interior that are synonymous with the Civic model and meet the needs and desires of customers within the C segment in Europe," said Toshiaki Konaka, director of Honda Motor Europe car division.

The Women's World Car of the Year Award was first given out in 2009. The awards are voted on by 21 female automotive journalists and professionals from around the globe.