Chosen by a panel of 100 automotive journalists from 29 countries, the World Car Awards recognized the Kia EV9 for its groundbreaking features and competitive pricing. Built on the E-GMP platform, the EV9 stands out as Kia’s first model to incorporate fourth-generation battery technology, enhancing its overall performance.
Established in 2003, the World Car Awards are globally renowned for recognizing automotive excellence and innovation in an ever-evolving industry. Kia’s previous successes at the awards include wins for the Telluride as World Car of the Year and the Soul EV as World Urban Car in 2020, along with the Kia EV6 GT winning World Performance Car of the Year in 2023.
Kia’s President and CEO, Ho Sung Song, expressed immense pride in the EV9’s double victory, emphasizing Kia’s commitment to pushing technological and design boundaries to deliver exceptional vehicles worldwide.
The accolades received by the 2024 Kia EV9 at the World Car Awards complement its already impressive collection of awards, including the ‘Family Cars’ category at the Golden Steering Wheel Awards, the 2024 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, and ‘Best Premium SUV’ at the 2023 Newsweek Autos Awards.
Sean Yoon, President and CEO of Kia North America and Kia America, highlighted the EV9’s significance in showcasing Kia’s vision and dedication to quality in sustainable mobility solutions. He credited the global Kia teams for their efforts in contributing to the EV9’s success.
The double win for the 2024 Kia EV9 at the World Car Awards underscores Kia’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry. With its cutting-edge features and accolades, the EV9 stands as a testament to Kia’s leadership in sustainable mobility solutions and its ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional vehicles to customers worldwide.
