The best performance car of 2025 revealed: evo Car of the Year podcast | part two
About this episode
A thrilling conclusion to the EVO Car of the Year podcast reveals the top contenders for 2025, with the Lamborghini Revuelto taking the crown in a tightly contested field. Judges discuss their experiences driving a diverse lineup of 12 performance cars, including the Ferrari 12-cylindry, Porsche 911 GT3, and Alpine A110R. The episode highlights the unique characteristics of each vehicle and the challenges faced during testing on the iconic Route Napoleon. With unanimous praise for the Revuelto, the team reflects on the state of performance cars and the future of hybrid technology in the automotive world.
With evo Car of the Year 2025 now on shelves and the big screen, in this episode of the podcast, Stuart Gallagher, Dickie Meaden, John Barker and James Taylor sit down to discuss the results of our biggest test of the last 12 months. A total of 12 contenders made the task of finding a winner harder than ever, but there was one car that outshone them all.
Watch the evo Car of the Year film: https://youtu.be/xBb_4S7M8mc
car of the year
"for car of the year"
'Car of the year' is a title given to one car that experts think is the best in a certain year.
The 'car of the year' is an award given by automotive journalists to a vehicle that stands out for its performance, design, and innovation.
route Napoleon
"route Napoleon"
Route Napoleon is a famous road in France that has many twists and turns, making it good for driving practice.
Route Napoleon is a historic road in France, known for its scenic and challenging driving conditions.
test cars
"cracking road to drive these test cars"
'Test cars' are the vehicles that people drive around to see how well they perform.
'Test cars' refers to vehicles used in a testing program, often evaluated for performance, handling, and safety on various tracks.
Alpine A110
"we had the Alpine A110R Altine, which is, yeah, literally the ultimate A110"
The Alpine A110 is a small, fast car from France that’s great for driving on twisty roads. It has a light body and good handling.
The Alpine A110 is a lightweight, rear‑wheel drive sports car from the French manufacturer Alpine. It’s known for its sharp handling and lightweight chassis, making it popular in track‑day events.
Audi RS3
"Audi RS3"
The Audi RS3 is a sporty version of the small A3 car. It has a powerful engine and can drive well on all four wheels.
The Audi RS3 is a high‑performance version of the compact A3, featuring a turbocharged four‑cylinder engine and all‑wheel drive. It delivers strong acceleration and precise handling.
Chevrolet Corvette E-Roy
"Chevrolet Corvette E‑Roy, which is the hybrid powered version"
The Corvette E‑Roy is a special version of the Corvette that uses both a gasoline engine and electric motors to go faster and use less fuel.
The Chevrolet Corvette E‑Roy is the hybrid version of the iconic American sports car, combining a V8 engine with electric motors for improved efficiency and performance.
Lamborghini Revuelto
"Lamborghini Revuelto"
The Lamborghini Revuelto is a very fast car that uses both gasoline and electric power to go super fast.
The Lamborghini Revuelto is a high‑performance hybrid supercar that blends a V12 engine with electric motors, offering extreme power and advanced technology.
Land Rover
"Land Rover Defender Octor"
Land Rover makes tough SUVs that can drive on rough ground.
Land Rover is a British manufacturer specializing in off‑road vehicles and SUVs.
Mercedes-Benz
"Mercedes AMG GT63 Pro"
Mercedes‑Benz makes luxury cars from Germany with good engineering.
Mercedes‑Benz is a German luxury automaker known for its engineering excellence and wide range of vehicles.
1.4 TFSI
"But it's the only one that's sort of based on a series production car that also has to be a 1.4 TFSI or whatever."
It’s a small, turbo‑charged engine that powers many cars from Volkswagen and Audi, giving good power without being too big.
1.4 TFSI refers to a 1.4‑liter turbocharged fuel‑injector engine used by Volkswagen and Audi, known for its balance of performance and efficiency.
Mercedes AMG GT63 Pro
"Was the Mercedes AMG GT63 Pro."
It’s a very fast, luxury sports car from Mercedes that has extra power and sporty looks.
The Mercedes-AMG GT63 Pro is a high‑performance version of the AMG GT sports car, featuring a powerful twin‑turbo V8 engine and aggressive styling.
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