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Our Movement

Awards

The Kia EV9:
Captivating Global Attention in 2024

Kia EV9 driving on an open road through a vast natural landscapeKia EV9 driving on an open road through a vast natural landscape

Currently, the Kia EV9 is undoubtedly the most highly regarded electric SUV in the world. With its spacious and innovative three-row layout, luxurious design inside and out, powerful performance, and top-tier safety standards, the EV9 has captivated consumers, media, and industry professionals alike.

Since its launch as Kia's flagship electric vehicle in the global market, it has garnered recognition for its performance, design, and safety, receiving over 48 awards by April 2024. In the fiercely competitive global electric vehicle market, the EV9 has demonstrated its potential and competitiveness.

This Year's Car Sweeping
Global Awards

Rear driving image of Kia EV9 with North American Car of the Year award logoRear driving image of Kia EV9 with North American Car of the Year award logo
Scene of the Kia EV9 receiving both the 2024 World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle awardsScene of the Kia EV9 receiving both the 2024 World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle awards

The EV9 has rightfully earned recognition as the world car of the year for 2024. The EV9 has been selected as a finalist for the three major automotive awards in the world: the World Car Awards, the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year™, and the European Car of the Year, demonstrating its global competitiveness.

Notably, at the World Car of the Year awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the automotive industry, the EV9 secured victories in both the 2024 World Car of the Year and the 2024 World Electric Vehicle of the Year categories, earning recognition for its outstanding performance, value, safety, and innovation.

The EV9 has been highly praised not only for its superior quality but also for its positive impact on the global market and consumers.

Scene of the Kia EV9 receiving the North American Car of the Year – Utility Vehicle of the Year awardScene of the Kia EV9 receiving the North American Car of the Year – Utility Vehicle of the Year award

In the U.S., one of the largest electric vehicle markets, the EV9 received the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ in the Utility Vehicle of the Year category, proving its marketability.

Additionally, it has been a finalist for the European Car of the Year, showcasing its competitiveness in Europe. It has won various awards in different regions, including the German Car of the Year in the Luxury category and Portugal's Crystal Steering Wheel Trophy for Large SUV, firmly establishing its presence on the global stage.

Close-up image of the Kia EV9 front headlamp with digital pattern lightingClose-up image of the Kia EV9 front headlamp with digital pattern lighting

In the U.S., one of the largest electric vehicle markets, the EV9 received the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ in the Utility Vehicle of the Year category, proving its marketability.

Additionally, it has been a finalist for the European Car of the Year, showcasing its competitiveness in Europe. It has won various awards in different regions, including the German Car of the Year in the Luxury category and Portugal's Crystal Steering Wheel Trophy for Large SUV, firmly establishing its presence on the global stage.

Masterpiece Completed with
Harmonious Contrast

Front view of the Kia EV9 driving on a road at sunsetFront view of the Kia EV9 driving on a road at sunset

When the EV9's design was first unveiled in 2023, Karim Habib, Executive Vice President and Head of Kia Global Design Center, stated, “Through the innovative space, technology, and design of this new electric vehicle, we aim to provide an instinctual experience and exceptional comfort for all passengers.” The EV9 has fulfilled this promise, as it has been officially recognized with global design awards.

The distinctive style of the EV9 perfectly reflects Kia's innovative design philosophy, “Opposites United,” which is rooted in the contrasts found in nature and humanity, embodying rich emotion and serene harmony. Inspired by nature, the future-oriented design of the EV9, along with its captivating color options, vividly showcases one of Kia's five directional design principles: Bold for Nature.

The imposing and strong exterior, coupled with a smooth and curvaceous interior, conveys a beauty that is both contrasting and harmonious. This design has garnered accolades, including the Good Design Awards in the Transportation category and the iF Design Award in the Automotive category.

Interior view of the Kia EV9 featuring the panoramic displayInterior view of the Kia EV9 featuring the panoramic display
Close-up of the Kia EV9 infotainment screen and interfaceClose-up of the Kia EV9 infotainment screen and interface

The interior of the EV9 embodies a design philosophy centered around “Technology for Life.” Notably, the 12.3-inch panoramic display highlights Kia's infotainment system, which stands out for its unified UI aesthetics and user-friendly convenience.

The infotainment system of the EV9 has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Good Design Award in the Interactive Media category, the iF Design Award for UI Design, the Red Dot Design Award in the UI/UX Design category, and a Gold Award from the German Design Award for Excellent Communications Design.

Innovative Space, Technology, and Design Unique to EV9

  • Front and side view of the Kia EV9 parked with snow-covered mountains in the background

    Vehicle Embracing Diverse Lifestyles

    As a large electric SUV with three rows of seating for up to seven passengers, the EV9 offers expansive space and flexibility, delivering robust and stable performance across various driving environments. Its accolades on a global scale demonstrate its capability to meet diverse customer needs.

  • Interior image showing the second- and third-row seating layout of the Kia EV9

    Perfect Family Vehicle for Large Families

    The EV9 has established itself as a leading family car, winning the family car category at the prestigious Golden Steering Wheel Award in Germany, as well as being featured on TopGear.com in the UK and Mujer Hoy in Spain. Jurors praised its generous space utilization and passenger/cargo capacity.

  • Close-up of the Kia EV9 using the V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) function

    Reliable Electric Vehicle in Extreme Conditions

    The EV9 secured the Best Car Award (Stora Bilpris) from Technology World (Teknikens Värld) in Sweden for 2024. It was recognized for its stable driving performance even in extreme cold, along with its 800V charging capability and long-distance performance on snowy roads.

  • Front view of the Kia EV9 driving across a desert landscape

    Broad Possibilities and Versatile Applications

    In tests conducted by Newsweek in California's Death Valley, the EV9 demonstrated resilience in high-temperature conditions. It emphasized stable performance while towing a trailer in harsh desert conditions, proving its durability.

  • Rear view of the Kia EV9 parked in front of a architectural space

    Safe Vehicle for All Passengers

    The EV9 has achieved the highest five-star rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP), confirming its safety. Its performance in crash tests, pedestrian protection, and child safety establishes it as a family car that brings peace of mind.

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Inspiring Journey with the EV9

Image highlighting the front design of the Kia EV9 GT-lineImage highlighting the front design of the Kia EV9 GT-line
Side view of the Kia EV9 GT-line parked in front of a buildingSide view of the Kia EV9 GT-line parked in front of a building

The global recognition of the EV9 doesn't stop here. It has been named the Supreme Winner at the 2024 Women's Worldwide Car of the Year, selected by a panel of 52 women automotive experts. Additionally, the EV9 was honored as the Fleet Car of the Year in the SUV/Crossover segment through a reader poll conducted by Firmenwagen, an Austrian fleet vehicle specialist magazine.

This recognition indicates that the EV9 delivers exceptional experiences and value to consumers, regardless of purpose, region, or gender. Following the Kia EV6, the EV9 stands as the brand's second dedicated electric vehicle, fully realizing its vision of “inspiring mobility through innovative spaces and meaningful experiences.”

Through numerous global awards, the EV9 has demonstrated its competitiveness in the electric SUV market, and Kia plans to accelerate its electrification strategy and international market expansion based on this achievement.