1. Opel Mokka
   Volkswagen Beetle
2. Fiat 500
   Citroen C2

Has there ever been a car more iconic than the Volkswagen Beetle? Or a car produced for a period of over 65 years like the Beetle was (the last rolled off the production line in 2003 in Mexico)? No, there probably hasn’t been and never will be. A true classic and of course very popular in Europe.

1. Lotus Esprit
   Ferrari California
2. Pagani Zonda
   Aston Martin Vantage

Built by Italian firm Pagani, the Zonda sports car had a unique look when introduced in 1999. A number of models followed over the years with a range of power plant options including a 6.0, 7.0 or 7.3 liter M120 AMG V12 motor with the 7.0 liter pushing out 540 brake horsepower.

1. Audi A1
   Citroen DS3
2. Ferrari F40
   Volkswagen Jetta

A Golf with a rear, the Jetta was first introduced by Volkswagen in 1979. Popular the world over, over 17 million have been sold all over the globe but particularly in Europe.

1. Mercedes Benz SLK
   BMW 1 Series
2. Renault Captur
   Porsche 918 Spyder

Introduced in 2002, the 1-series offered BMW fans a small car than both the 3 and 5-series. The first generation included a hatchback, not a model type often found in the BMW range.

1. Mercedes Benz B Class
   Ferrari California
2. Alfa Romeo 4C
   Spyker D12

The iconic Mercedes Benz company came about in 1925 with the merger of Benz & Cie and the Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft (DMG) company. It has produced many models over the years but the B Class is one of their newer cars first introduced in 2005 and is marketed as a sports tourer.

1. SEAT Leon Cupra
   Volvo V40
2. Fiat Uno
   Opel Ampera

Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino or Fiat was producing cars from the turn of the last century. Their first model was available in 1901, the 4HP. In the ‘80s, the Uno model was a particular favorite, both in Italy and around the world. The last Uno rolled off the production line in Brazil in 2013 with over 8 million built worldwide.

1. Volkswagen Beetle
   Mini
2. Bentley Flying Spur
   Jaguar XJ Coupe

Formed in 1922 by Sir William Lyons and William Walmsley, the Swallow Sidecar Company was the forerunner to Jaguar. Under the name SS Jaguar, the company started producing two models, the SS 90 and SS 100. One of their much-loved vehicles, the XJ Coupe was built between 1975 and 1978. These were available as both a six and twelve cylinder option and over 8,000 were sold.

1. Volkswagen Jetta
   Audi A1
2. Lamborghini Gallardo
   Opel Zafira

Now part of the Volkswagen group, Audi first formed in 1909 and was started by August Horsch. After a merger with three other companies in 1932, the famous four-ring logo was used on all vehicles. Audi produces a range of modern vehicles including the A1, launched in 2010 in the super-mini class. The A1 has a range of powerplant options from 1.2-liter petrol engines to 2.0-liter turbo-diesels.

1. Aston Martin Rapide
   Spyker C8
2. Volkswagen Golf Mk 1
   Peugeot 205 GTI

Andre Peugeot designed his first vehicle in 1889 in the form of a steam driven 3-wheeler. In 1896, he formed Société des Automobiles Peugeot and started building petrol driven cars. And Peugeot has made some iconic cars over the years but perhaps none more so than the 205 GTI.

1. Opel Meriva
   Rover P6
2. Land Rover Defender
   Fiat 500 Arbath

JK Starley, founder of Rover designed an early electric car in 1888 but this never went into production. The Rover 8, the first car produced by the company saw the light of day in 1904. Over the years, Rover has produced a range of different vehicles. Their P6, made in the ‘60s and ‘70s was the very first car to win the European Car of the Year award in 1964.

1. Aston Martin DB6
   Audi R8
2. Porsche 911
   Lamborghini Gallardo

Lamborghini makes incredibly beautiful cars and the Gallardo could be the best of all. Produced between 2003 and 2013, the second generation of the car was powered by a 5.2-liter V10. Lamborghini even released a convertible, the Spyder, which featured a fully automated soft top.

1. Ford Focus
   Mini Cooper
2. Jaguar Xj
   Volkswagen Golf

Since the Golf Mk 1 hit the roads in 1974, this iconic German brand has continued to thrill motorists the world over. The Golf itself has gone from strength to strength. Now in its seventh incarnation, these models remain popular and have become top of the range, highly sophisticated cars.

1. Volkswagen Passat
   Peugeot 504
2. Mini Mk 1
   Renault Megane

In 1959, the Mini Mk 1 was introduced to the world. And what a popular car it proved to be. Over the years, it underwent a number of upgrades, but that distinct Mini appeal never left. The last of these cars rolled off the production line in the late 1990s.

1. Porsche Boxter
   Mercedes Benz SLK 500
2. Aston Martin DB9
   Audi A4

This popular executive model was introduced by the German auto manufacturer in 1994. The current mode, the B9 is the sixth incantation and offers a range of engine options from 1.8 liter to 3.0 liter. The top of the range S4 is a beast, capable of a 0-60 mph time of just over 4 seconds.

1. Morris Minor
   Volvo S40
2. Saab 600
   BMW 3 Series

Introduced by BMW in 1975, the 3-series is one of the German car makers top selling brands. In fact, worldwide, over two million of these vehicles have been sold in the last 60 months. And it’s not difficult to see why. This model has everything you would expect from a BMW.

1. Rolls Royce Silver Spirit
   Mercedes Benz A Class
2. Bently Continental
   Vauxhall Cavalier

Initially introduced into the subcompact car market in 1997, Mercedes Benz’s A Class moved to the compact car segment in 2012. Only sold in Europe, the Mercedes Benz A Class is a very popular option in this segment. In fact, in the past five years, it has sold around 100,000 units a year.

1. Citroen C2
   Renault Sandero
2. Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
   Mercedes Benz C Class

Founded in 1910, Alfa Romeo was formed by Ugo Stella in Milan. Alfa makes some of the most beautiful cars ever conceived, none more so than the Quadrifoglio. But it doesn’t only look good. The Quadrifoglio races from 0-60 mph in under 5 seconds thanks to its 2.9-litre turbo petrol engine which produces 503 brake horsepower!

1. Porsche 911
   Opel Adam
2. Jaguar F Type
   Vauxhall Commodore

Although still operating from the United Kingdom, Jaguar is owned by the India company, Tata, who acquired the marque in 2008. Interestingly, the iconic mascot which appears on the hood of most models is chrome plated and known as ‘The Leaper’. The Jaguar F type first hit the market in 2013. This sports car is available as both a 2-door roadster and fastback coupe.

1. Mini Cooper
   Willys Jeep
2. Land Rover Defender
   Range Rover Evoque

Maurice Wilks designed the first Land Rover in 1947. Over the years, this marque has become a favorite of many with the Defender one of the companies most iconic models. The first Defender rolled off the production lines in 1983 and remained in production till 2016. Land Rover is currently owned by Indian company, Tata.

1. Renault Clio
   Renault Megane
2. Ford Focus
   Vauxhall Astra

First released in the United Kingdom in 1979, the Astra is exactly the same as the Opel version except it is a right-hand drive car. Currently, in its seventh generation, this vehicle has proved a popular selling both for Vauxhall and Opel.

1. Ferrari F40
   Koenigsegg CCX
2. Opel Meriva
   Volkswagen Golf

1,311 Ferrari F40’s were produced between 1987 and 1991. The F40 was powered by a 2.9-liter twin turbo V12 capable of producing 471 brake horsepower. It's top speed was 321 km/h.

1. Bugatti Veyron
   Opel Meriva
2. Ford Focus
   Fiat Panda

Like its smaller counterpart the Fiesta, the Ford Focus was designed for the European market, The Focus is available in a host of models with the top of the range ST a real boy racer!

1. Mini ONE
   Ford Fiesta
2. Volkswagen New Beetle
   Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder

Introduced in 2000 by BMW, the Mini One had a similar shape to the old Mini but was far bigger. They proved popular, however, with models added to the lineup over time including the Cooper and Paceman.

1. Maserati Gran Turismo
   Mercedes Benz SL
2. BMW 5 Series
   Volvo S60

Now in its seventh generation, the 5-series was introduced in 1972. Larger than the 3-series, this was the first model to use the number naming convention employed by BMW to this day.

1. Audi A4 RS
   Mini Mk 1
2. BMW 7-Series
   Mercedes Benz C Class

The C Class made its Mercedes Benz debut in 1993. Currently, the fourth generation W204 is available in many countries across the world and was introduced as either an estate, sedan, convertible or coupe in 2014.

1. Saab 600
   Ferrari Testarossa
2. McLaren P1
   Opel Corsa

It was over 30 years ago that the Opel Corsa was first introduced in Europe. Marketed under the Vauxhall badge in the United Kingdom, this model has remained popular in the supermini class. The Corsa is currently in its fifth generation.

1. Skoda Hatchback
   Maserati Convertible
2. Renault Clio
   Volkswagen Golf 5

The Clio has been a very popular compact car option within Europe for the past two decades. Available in a range of configurations, the Clio sold over 310,000 units in 2016 alone.

1. Bentley Continental
   Volvo V40
2. Renault Espace
   Volkswagen Caravelle

Although Volvo as a company has been in existence since 1914, they only produced their first car in 1927. The company is known as purveyors of some of the safest cars on the roads including the Volvo V40 hatchback which is a real looker as well.

1. VW Bus
   Saab 900
2. Opel Volt
   Maserati Convertible

Volkswagen started life in Germany in 1937. The first vehicle produced by the company was the iconic Beetle, or ‘People’s Car’ as it became known. But Volkswagen also produced another iconic vehicle. Commonly known as the Bus, this vehicle made its debut in 1949 and still today, they manufacture its spiritual successors.

1. Peel P50
   BMW Isetta
2. SMZ S-1L
   Reliant Robin

Mini cars have a certain charm and perhaps the most famous of them all is the Isetta. Interestingly, this was not a BMW design but built under license. Most people, however, remember the BMW model above any others. BMW built the Isetta between 1955 to 1962.

1. Renault Clio
   Opel Astra Mk 1
2. Volkswagen Golf Mk 4
   Audi Quattro

Produced between 1980 and 1991, the Quattro was a 2-door coupe with four-wheel drive. Not only was it popular with the public but it dominated the Rally scene in the mid-‘80s.

1. Renault Logan
   Saab 92
2. Opel Astra OPC
   Volkswagen Golf Mk1 GTI

Volkswagen started the ‘hot hatch’ revolution with the introduction of the Golf GTI in 1976. This was a Golf Mk 1 with a high-performance engine and instantly became a hit.

1. Peugeot 504
   Renault Zoe
2. Ford Fiesta
   Ford Sierra

Not many people know but Peugeot are actually the oldest car manufacturers in the world. Their most popular model, the 504, was produced between 1968 and 1983 and is the companies highest selling model.

1. Vauxhall Corsa OPC
   Porsche 991 Carrera S
2. Mini ONE
   Peel Trident

One of the world’s leading sport car brands, Porsche was started by Ferdinand Porsche in 1948. The 991 Carrera S was introduced in 2011. It is powered by a 350 brake horsepower 3.4-liter engine.

1. Volkswagen Tiguan
   Land Rover Defender
2. Range Rover Evoque
   Willys Jeep

This compact crossover SUV was launched by Range Rover in 2011. It is available in a three and five-door version and either as a two or four-wheel drive. Over 88,000 were sold in Europe in the first 12 months.

1. Vauxhall Chevelle
   Opel Commodore
2. Ford Fiesta
   Peugeot 206

Although a Ford product, the Fiesta was exclusively designed for the European market as well as other parts of the world. The first Fiesta came out in 1976 and this popular vehicle from the supermini class is currently on its seven generation. The new 2017 model has a range of engine options from 1000 cc to 1500 cc petrol driven and 1500 cc turbo diesel.

1. Renault Alaskan
   BMW i8
2. Toyota Prius
   Rolls Royce Silver Ghost

First seen in 2014, BMW have produced a hybrid sports car in the form of the i8. Not only is it good for the environment but it is possibly one of the best looking cars on the road today. The i8 can go from 0-60 mph in just 4.4. seconds.

1. Porsche Cayman
   Mini Clubman
2. Ford Kuga
   Renault Pulse

The Kuga forms part of the very competitive compact crossover market. But its not only in Europe where it is popular. Marketed under the name Escape, the vehicle is sold in the US as well. Other markets include South African and Australia. The Kuga comes standard with a 6-speed automatic gearbox and is available in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

1. Mercedes G Class
   Renault Espace
2. Opel Zafira
   Spyker D8

The G Wagon, a luxury SUV is not something that you would normally associate with the Mercedes brand. That said, there clearly is a market for it, although if we are honest, it’s not the prettiest car ever made. More like a box on wheels! It was first produced in 1979.

1. Porsche 911
   Ferrari F40
2. Pagani Zonda
   Mercedes SLR McClaren

Developed in conjunction with the Formula 1 team, McLaren, the SLR made its debut in 2003 and was built until 2010. With a 5.4 L supercharged M155 SLR V8 under the hood and a manual gearbox, the SLR is somewhat of a monster and generates over 600 brake horsepower!

1. Opel Mokka
   Volkswagen Tiguan
2. Peugeot 1005
   Renault ESpace

The Opel Mokka is the German car manufacturer’s current SUV offering. It was launched in 2012 and is available in a number of markets. Interestingly, this SUV is marketed in China and the USA, but as the Buick Encore. The Mokka offers both petrol and diesel powerplants.

1. Porsche Panamera
   Aston Martin Vantage
2. Mercedes SLK 500 Gull Wing
   BMW 7 Series

A four-door luxury sedan, Porsche introduced the Panamera in 2009. Don’t worry, the German sports car maker isn't selling out. The Panamera still has that German power that you associate with the brand. In fact, the S model includes a 4.8-liter turbo engine producing 542 brake horsepower.

1. Renault Captur
   Volkswagen Touareg
2. Volkswagen Tiguan
   Saab 900

A compact crossover vehicle (CUV) the Tiguan was first produced in 2007. And what a hit they were. In fact, in the first four years of production, over 700,000 were sold across the globe. Currently, the vehicle is in its second generation. And the name? Well, apparently it’s a combination of Tiger and Iguana…

1. Messerschmitt Kabinenroller
   Peel Trident
2. Mini Mk 1
   Smart ForTwo

Introduced in 1998, the Smart ForTwo is a city or microcar that weighs a mere 880 kg is 106 inches long and just 65 inches wide. Still in production, the current Mk III is available as a 3-door hatchback or 2-door cabriolet.

1. Maserati Quattroporte
   Audi A4
2. BMW 5-Series
   Mercedes Benz C3

A four-door saloon car with epic performance – yes that’s the Maserati Quattroporte! The history of this vehicle traces back to 1963 but it's the current model, the VI that really stands out. The top of the range model features a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that pushes out an astonishing 523 break horsepower!

1. Volkswagen Up
   Vauxhaul Corsa
2. Opel Astra
   Seat Leon

SEAT, a Spanish auto manufacturer introduce the SEAT Leon in 1998. To date, the car has under gone three major upgrades, the last of which happened in 2012. This is a small hatchback with nippy performance thanks to a number of different power plant options.

1. Volkswagen Sharon
   Renault Espace
2. Opel Zafira
   Peugeot 1005

Currently, in its third generation, the Opel Zafira is the German automaker's entry into the MPV market. The Zafira was introduced in 1999. It is also produced in the United Kingdom under the Vauxhall badge.

1. Pagani Zonda
   Porsche Cayman
2. Koenigsegg Agera R
   Aston Martin DB 9

A two-seat rear wheel drive sports car from Porsche, the Cayman was introduced in 2006. It is named after the Caiman, a reptile similar to an alligator. Porsche, however, chose a different spelling.

1. Renault Clio
   Volkswagen Up
2. Mini Countryman
   Opel Adam

Launched in 2012, the Opel Adam competes in the city car class. This three-door hatchback has three powerplant options from 1.0 liter to 1.4 liters. Although the name may seem a little strange, the Adam is named after the founder of the company, Adam Opel.

1. BMW 7 Series
   Mercedes C Class
2. Reliant Robin
   Peugeot 205

The 7 series was introduced by BMW in 1977. It is currently in its sixth generation and is the flagship of this German automaker’s fleet. It comes with a range of engine options including a hybrid model.