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Hyundai Motor Company’s INSTER has been named a top 3 finalist in the 2025 World Car Awards, marking the fourth consecutive year Hyundai has earned recognition in this prestigious global competition. The A-segment sub-compact EV stands out as a finalist in three categories: World Car of the Year, World Urban Car, and World Electric Vehicle, showcasing Hyundai’s continued dominance in automotive innovation.
Key Highlights:
- Hyundai is shortlisted for World Car of the Year, World Urban Car, and World Electric Vehicle.
- Past victories include the IONIQ 5 N winning World Performance Car in 2024, and IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 securing triple wins in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
- The INSTER boasts rapid charging—a 10-to-80-percent charge in around 30 minutes—and a claimed range of up to 370 km.
- Winners will be revealed at the 2025 New York International Auto Show on April 16, 2025.
Hyundai Motor Company has solidified its reputation as a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) space. In 2024, the IONIQ 5 N took home the World Performance Car title, while the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 each claimed a hattrick of awards in 2022 and 2023, including World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle, and World Car Design of the Year. This consistent excellence highlights Hyundai’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and technology.
The INSTER, Hyundai’s latest sub-compact EV, is making waves with its distinctive styling and advanced features. It leads its segment with a 370 km range from its 49 kWh long-range model and rapid charging capabilities that deliver a 10-to-80-percent charge in approximately 30 minutes. These attributes make it a strong contender in the competitive EV market.
A jury of 96 international automotive journalists from 30 countries selected the finalists via sealed ballot. The anticipation builds as the winners will be announced at the 2025 New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
About Hyundai Motor Company
Founded in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company operates in over 200 countries with more than 120,000 employees focused on solving global mobility challenges. Guided by its vision, ‘Progress for Humanity,’ Hyundai is transforming into a Smart Mobility Solution Provider. The company invests heavily in technologies like robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to pioneer innovative mobility solutions. Committed to sustainability, Hyundai continues to lead with zero-emission vehicles, leveraging cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell and EV technologies.
For more details, visit Hyundai’s worldwide site. This recognition of the INSTER reinforces Hyundai’s position at the forefront of the automotive industry. (Word count: 316)
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