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The Kia EV3 has been named the UK Car of the Year 2025, reinforcing Kia’s strong presence in the electric vehicle (EV) market. This prestigious award, voted on by a panel of leading UK journalists from motoring, business, and tech media, follows the EV3’s win in the ‘Small Crossover’ category. The victory marks the second consecutive year a Kia EV has claimed the title, with the Kia EV9 winning in 2024. The EV3’s success highlights its appeal and Kia’s ongoing commitment to electrification.
Key Highlights
- Category Victory: The EV3 topped the ‘Small Crossover’ category, securing its spot as the overall winner.
- Back-to-Back Wins: Kia celebrates consecutive victories, following the EV9’s UK Car of the Year 2024 win.
- Expert Judging: A 31-member panel of UK industry experts from diverse media fields selected the EV3.
- Global Recognition: The EV3 is also a finalist for the European Car of the Year and 2025 World Car Awards.
Kia’s Leadership in EVs
Paul Philpott, President & CEO of Kia UK, shared his excitement: “We’re delighted to once again be victorious winning the outright UK Car of the Year Award with EV3. This follows our success in 2024 with EV9. These consecutive awards clearly demonstrate Kia’s strong leadership in electrification, the genuine demand from UK customers and the quality of our product line up.”
John Challen, Co-chairman of the UK Car of the Year Awards, added: “With this car, Kia has successfully grown its EV portfolio, following the success of the EV6 and the UK Car of the Year 2024, the EV9. Securing back-to-back successes in this competition has only been achieved once before, which shows the outstanding attributes and appeal of the Kia EV3, which emerged victorious from a strong field of finalists.”
Why the EV3 Stands Out
The EV3, part of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy, boasts a range of up to 375 miles on a single charge—the longest in Kia’s EV lineup. Its compact design, advanced technology, and distinctive styling have impressed both judges and buyers. This win reflects the growing demand for EVs in the UK and Kia’s ability to meet it with innovative, high-quality vehicles.
A Milestone for Kia
The UK Car of the Year award is a respected honor in the automotive world, showcasing the EV3’s excellence and Kia’s momentum in the EV market. As a finalist in other major awards, the EV3 continues to gain recognition globally, positioning Kia as a leader in sustainable mobility.
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