The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has claimed the top honour at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2017. Triumphing over the Volvo V90 and Jaguar F-Pace that finished in joint second place, with Hyundai's Ioniq and the Ford Focus RS in joint third, the E-Class had already been awarded the accolade of Best Executive Car when the category winners were announced at the beginning of January.

"Mercedes-Benz has a long history of creating impressive saloon cars and the new
E-Class continues this trend and raises the bar in the executive vehicle sector. Stunning inside and out, it takes driver and passengers into the realms of luxury. The level of technology - and the attention to detail - at your fingertips is astounding," said John Challen, director of the UK Car of the Year Awards. Fellow director, Alisdair Suttie, added: "The E-Class has it all and does it very well - refinement, comfort and style that mean you want for nothing else."

Commenting on Mercedes-Benz's success in the UK Car of the Year Awards, Krishan Bodhani, head of smart and product management, Mercedes-Benz Cars UK, said: "The E-Class is one of our core models; it's at the very heart of our brand. When we unveiled the all-new car last year it showcased a host of innovative technology, which makes it one of the most advanced cars in its segment. Together with its modern, comfortable cabin the E-Class presents a very desirable package - it's great to see it getting the recognition it deserves."

Launched in 2014, the UK Car of the Year Awards are judged by 27 of Britain's most-read motoring journalists.

The full list of UK Car of the Year Awards 2017 winners are:

Best Small Hatch - Hyundai Ioniq

Best Family Car - Toyota Prius