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Kia is a global leader in the automotive world, and it recently added another accomplishment to its lengthy list. Kia's all-electric vehicle, the EV9, has earned the Mass Market award in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study. The 2025 EV9 earned this recognition for its one-pedal driving system that drivers find efficient, convenient, and user-friendly.

Vincentric's Best Fleet Value in America award is a highly coveted award within the auto industry. As a data, knowledge, and insight provider, Vincentric examines the "Dynamic Cost to Own" of different vehicles. Dozens of organizations use Vincentric data to gain more insight into the total costs of models like the Kia EV9.
 

In addition to simply unveiling a new car for the 2025 model year, Kia has managed to produce a sedan that has also earned top safety ratings. The new 2025 Kia K4 has earned a Top Safety Pick (TSP) award from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).

 

Over the years, the Kia Telluride has racked up a long list of standout accolades. This popular family vehicle was recently recognized by the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards. For the fourth consecutive year, it snagged the top spot in the Midsize SUVs with 3-row seating category. This is a testament to Kia’s commitment to developing high-quality vehicles that will keep customers happy for years to come. No other SUV in the segment maintains a higher percentage of its M.S.R.P. after three years of ownership.
 

People expected big things from the new Kia EV9 and haven't been disappointed. Kia went all out with its new all-electric SUV by giving it a prestigious GT-Line. It was recently named Ward's 2024 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems award winner. There are two key reasons for this: range and performance. Anyone buying an electric vehicle is going to look at those two important factors before deciding on their next electric model. The first Kia EV9 got it right the first time.
 

J.D. Power recently released the results of their 2024 U.S. APEAL study, and Kia is a powerhouse in multiple categories. Models like the K5, Carnival, and EV6 earned model-level awards - again - and cemented their place among J.D. Power legends. These awards are sometimes overlooked, but it's well worth the time to get acquainted with APEAL study awards.
 

The Kia Sportage is no stranger to winning awards, but it's always nice to grab another one. Hardworking Kia engineers just took home a "10 Best Interiors & UX" award. The model had some stiff competition and a panel of Wards judges that were only impressed by the best. The Sportage joins an elite group of models this year that proved themselves to customers and critics alike.
 

KIA Motors America, Inc. (KIA) has announced that the Vincentric Best CPO Value in America award for passenger cars has been won by the KIA Sportage. The Vincentric award evaluates the cost of ownership for used vehicles, considering depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, fuel, and insurance. In addition, Sportage was praised for its combination of value and quality, outperforming all other brands in the compact SUV category.

 

KIA Motors America, Inc. (KIA) has announced that the Vincentric Best CPO Value in America award for passenger cars has been won by the KIA Sportage. The Vincentric award evaluates the cost of ownership for used vehicles, considering depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, fuel, and insurance. In addition, Sportage was praised for its combination of value and quality, outperforming all other brands in the compact SUV category.

 

Kia continues to distinguish itself as one of today’s top automotive brands. Three Kia models recently earned honors in the 2022 Newsweek Autos Awards. Let’s take a look at what enabled these award-winning vehicles to outclass the competition.