ENZHMS
Link Copiedcheck_circle
International

Toyota Prius Crowned As NACTOY’s 2024 Car of The Year

Mukhlis Azman

Share via

Toyota-Prius-NACTOY2024.jpg

The fifth-gen Toyota Prius has clinched the coveted NACTOY 2024 Car of the Year award

The fifth-gen Toyota Prius is one of the most polarising and exciting cars to make its landfall last year, with the sleek hybrid saloon racking up awards and accolades left and right. Aside from bagging the Japan Car of the Year award for 2023–24, the new Prius has also won the coveted North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) award for 2024.

Prius-PHEV-rolling.pngaccordus-2.jpgweb_CariCarz_review_Hyundai-Ioniq-6-Max-AWD_-(4).jpg

Winning NACTOY’s Car of the Year category, both the standard Prius and its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) twin Prius Prime piped down two other finalists in the form of the new tenth-gen Honda Accord and the sleek Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric saloon. This victory is also significant for both Toyota and Prius, as the last Toyota model to win this prestigious award was the second-gen Prius, which coincidentally clinched the title 20 years ago in 2004.

The Prius’ triumph also continues the three-year streak of Japanese marques winning the main NACTOY title, with the previous two winners being the Acura Integra and the Honda Civic.

Kia-EV9-7.jpgGenesis-Electrified_GV70_US-Version-2023-1600-01.jpgKona-Electric-2024-4.jpg

The Kia EV9 (top) piped down its Korean compatriots Genesis Electric GV70 (left) & Hyundai Kona (right) for NACTOY's 2024 Utility Vehicle of the Year category

Completing the trio of winners for the NACTOY 2024 awards were the Ford Super Duty and Kia EV9, who’ve won the Truck of the Year and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards, respectively. For the latter category, the three finalists were all hailing from South Korea, with the futuristic Kia EV9 EV SUV bringing the title home ahead of fellow compatriots Genesis Electrified GV70 and the Hyundai Kona/Kona EV.

Ford-F-Series_Super_Duty-2023-1600-06.jpgChevrolet-Colorado-2023-1600-01.jpgChevrolet-Silverado_EV-2024-1600-06.jpg

Meanwhile, the Ford Super Duty managed to pip down the Chevy duo of the Colorado and the Silverado EV to take home the Truck of the Year award. This triumph continues the Blue Oval marque’s dominance as the best truck in North America for four consecutive years, starting with the Ford F-150 back in 2021, the Ford Maverick in 2022, and the Ford F-150 Lightning EV in 2023.

For its 30th instalment this year, NACTOY initiated the award back in July 2023 by unveiling the initial 52 competitors for the award. This list was further refined to only 25 vehicles, which were then recognised as “The Best of 2024” at the Detroit Auto Show last year. Subsequently, the list was narrowed down further to a trio of finalists for each main category, which were revealed at the LA Auto Show.

NACTOY-2024-Winners.png


Gallery

Share This Article

Written By

Mukhlis Azman

An avid two-wheeler that writes and talks about four-wheelers for a living, while dreaming of an urban transit-laden Malaysia. @mukhlisazman

Share via

JPJ Running Numbers

KUALA LUMPUR

VPS6424

SELANGOR

BSH8467

JOHOR

JYG8635

PULAU PINANG

PRU1652

PERAK

APB2836

PAHANG

CFD5061

KEDAH

KGC3185

NEGERI SEMBILAN

NEH1475

KOTA KINABALU

SJM6463

KUCHING

QAB1830M

Last updated 20 Sep, 2025

Fuel Price

Petrol

RON 95

RM 2.05

RON 97

RM 3.21

+0.03

RON 100

RM 5.00

VPR

RM 6.23

Diesel

EURO 5 B10

RM 2.93

+0.03

EURO 5 B7

RM 3.13

+0.03

Last updated 18 Sep, 2025

Related News

International
GIIAS 2024: Fifth-Gen Toyota Prius Debuts with HEV & PHEV Options

GIIAS 2024: Fifth-Gen Toyota Prius Debuts with HEV & PHEV Options

The all-new fifth-gen Toyota Prius makes its Indonesian debut at GIIAS 2024. Is Malaysia next on the list?

18-07-2024
International
World Car Awards 2024 Winners Announced

World Car Awards 2024 Winners Announced

Annual World Car Awards 2024 winners announced at this week’s New York International Auto Show 2024.

28-03-2024
Auto News
Toyota Alphard, Vellfire, Latest-Gen Prius Hybrids Showcased At ‘Beyond Zero’

Toyota Alphard, Vellfire, Latest-Gen Prius Hybrids Showcased At ‘Beyond Zero’

Toyota Alphard, Vellfire, as well as latest-gen Prius hybrids (HEVs), mark debut local appearances at ‘Beyond Zero’ expo.

22-02-2024
International
Toyota Prius Bags Japan Car of The Year 2023/24 Crown

Toyota Prius Bags Japan Car of The Year 2023/24 Crown

Latest fifth-gen Toyota Prius hybrid beats nine other finalists to be crowned as Japan Car of The Year 2023/24.

08-12-2023
International
Toyota Unveils Radical New Le Mans-inspired Prius Concept

Toyota Unveils Radical New Le Mans-inspired Prius Concept

Toyota unwraps radical Le Mans-inspired special based on latest-gen Prius ahead of 100th anniversary of the famed enduro.

06-06-2023
International
Toyota Gazoo Racing Teases New Concept Model

Toyota Gazoo Racing Teases New Concept Model

Toyota Gazoo Racing teases a new concept model, set to be unveiled at the upcoming Le Mans 2023.

29-05-2023
International
2023 Toyota Prius PHEV Launched in Japan – 220 HP, Up to 105 KM EV Range

2023 Toyota Prius PHEV Launched in Japan – 220 HP, Up to 105 KM EV Range

Toyota has launched the 2023 Toyota Prius PHEV in Japan, with up to 105 KM EV range and 220 HP.

04-03-2023
International
Fifth-gen Toyota Prius Adds New Details, Boasts 69 km EV range

Fifth-gen Toyota Prius Adds New Details, Boasts 69 km EV range

All new Prius PHEV offers additioonal details having 69 km EV range and 13.6 kWh battery.

06-12-2022

Latest News

International
Chery Fulwin X3L Debuts As iCaur 03’s Beefed-Up, Extended-Range Sibling

Chery Fulwin X3L Debuts As iCaur 03’s Beefed-Up, Extended-Range Sibling

New Chery Fulwin X3L takes the boxy charm of the iCaur 03 and reimagines it as a rugged, extended-range SUV built for adventure.

International
Sleek Kia K4 Hatch Launches In EU With A 6MT Option

Sleek Kia K4 Hatch Launches In EU With A 6MT Option

Sleek and stylish new Kia K4 hatch officially launches in Europe with surprise 6MT option on offer.

19-09-2025
International
Updated 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Announced In Japan

Updated 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Announced In Japan

Japanese market 2025 Toyota GR Corolla updated with enhanced cooling, increased body rigidity and software upgrade.

18-09-2025
International
Proton e.MAS 7 Launched in Singapore Priced from RM577K with Cross-Border Warranty

Proton e.MAS 7 Launched in Singapore Priced from RM577K with Cross-Border Warranty

Proton enters Singapore with e.MAS 7 EV, two variants offered priced from RM577,000 and includes cross-border warranty coverage.

International
New McLaren 750S JC96 Special Celebrates A Unique McLaren F1 Racing Milestone

New McLaren 750S JC96 Special Celebrates A Unique McLaren F1 Racing Milestone

New McLaren 750S JC96 special edition sees just 61 units offered exclusively in Japan, celebrates unique McLaren F1 racing milestone too.

18-09-2025
International
Tesla Rethinks Flush Door Handles Amid Safety Probes in US and China

Tesla Rethinks Flush Door Handles Amid Safety Probes in US and China

Tesla is working on a new handle design that blends manual and electronic releases as safety concerns mount in the US and China.

International
China Moves to Tighten Rules on L2 Driving Assistance

China Moves to Tighten Rules on L2 Driving Assistance

China’s MIIT launches new safety standards that curbs misuse and strengthen oversight of L2 driver assistance in China.

International
China’s Jetour & Leapmotor Eye Sales, Production Expansion in Europe

China’s Jetour & Leapmotor Eye Sales, Production Expansion in Europe

Chinese automakers Jetour and Leapmotor reportedly eye sales and production expansion in Europe respectively.

17-09-2025

Show More

trending_flat
Carz Automedia Malaysia Logo
About Us

CarzAutoMedia: Stay connected to the latest car news! Get instant updates on new releases, industry trends, and automotive innovations. Your go-to source for 24/7 coverage of everything automotive.

© 2025 CariCarz.com. All Rights Reserved.