The Tiguan, Touran, Phideon, and T-Cross Breeze were each recognized in the prestigious Plus X Awards this year.

The awards are reserved for those cars that receive the most quality seals in the Plus X Awards' subcategories. The Tiguan and Touran, for example, each got quality seals for high quality, design, ease of use, and functionality, and were give the Compact SUV and Compact MPV awards as a result.

The China-only Phideon, meanwhile, received similar quality seals, and was therefore titled the “Premium Saloon of the Year 2016/2017.

Finally, the T-Cross Breeze concept, presented at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year was given the “Automotive Concept of the Year 2016/2017” award.

The Plus X Awards were established in 2003, and recognize innovation in technology, sport, and lifestyle. It has come  to be known as one of the most important international awards for innovation. It honors companies whose sustainable products have a “Plus X” factor.