With this award, the 9-X BioHybrid joins the very successful Saab Aero X concept which also received AutoWeek’s “Best in Show” honours at its debut in Geneva two years ago and Autocar's "Concept Car of the year" award.

Speaking about the concept car Anthony Lo, Director of Advanced Design at General Motors Europe, said: "The 9-X BioHybrid is a vision of what a future compact car from Saab could look like.

"It is designed to reflect the priorities of youthful customers who seek progressive looks, responsible performance and high-tech communications, all in a sporty, fun-to-drive package."

Exploring design themes from Saab’s Aero X and earlier 9X concepts, the 9-X BioHybrid is powered by a 200 hp (147 kW), 1.4-litre BioPower turbo engine backed by GM’s next-generation hybrid system, with projected combined cycle CO2 emissions of just 105 g/km on E85 fuel.

(Source: Saab)