On March 27, 2024, the 2024 Kia EV9 won a striking double accolade at the 2024 World Car Awards. At the World Automotive Awards ceremony held at the New York Auto Show, the Kia EV9 won the 2024 "World Car of the Year" and "2024 World Electric Vehicle" awards.
The judging panel of the World Car Awards, which consisted of 100 outstanding automotive journalists from 29 countries, spoke highly of the Kia EV9's innovative design, spacious seven-seat interior and competitive price. Built on Kia's new all-electric professional platform, the E-GMP, the EV9 is Kia's first fourth-generation battery technology with all-round performance.
Founded in 2003, the World Car Awards are the world's highest standards for automotive excellence and leadership, recognising the extraordinary achievements of automotive companies in the rapidly changing automotive industry. Prior to the start of the 2024 World Car Awards, Kia had already won three awards at the World Car Awards: the 2020 World Car of the Year for the Telluride, the 2020 World City Car of the Year for the Schulle EV, and the 2023 World Performance Car of the Year for the Kia EV6 GT.
"It is a great honor for the 2024 Kia EV9 to be named 'World Car of the Year' and 'World Electric Vehicle', a significant achievement that demonstrates our unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and design," said Kia President and CEO Song Husheng. "The continued success of the Kia EV9 will inspire us to continue to deliver high-quality electric vehicles that will further redefine the driving experience for customers around the world." ”
The 2024 Kia EV9 has won many accolades in the past, and the 2024 EV9 has once again won two World Car Awards, continuing to confirm its world-leading product strength. As Kia's first dedicated three-row electric SUV, the EV9 has won several awards since its launch, including the Golden Steering Wheel Award for "Family Car", the 2024 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, and the 2023 Newsweek Car Awards for "Best Premium SUV".
"The EV9 is the epitome of Kia's brand vision on the product side and further demonstrates our dedication to quality. Kia's sustainable mobility solutions go beyond traditional vehicles, and the double award for the EV9 further strengthens Kia's leadership in this field. The Kia global team has done their utmost to make the EV9 a success, and the honor belongs to them. Seungkyu (Sean) Yoon, President and CEO of Kia North America and Kia America, said.