Core Insights - Kia America has achieved recognition for seven models in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Cars for the Money Awards, highlighting the brand's commitment to quality, value, and innovation across its vehicle lineup [1][2] Awards and Recognition - The following Kia vehicles received the 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards: - Best Midsize Electric SUV: 2026 Kia EV9 - Best Midsize Three-Row SUV: 2026 Kia Sorento - Best Midsize Hybrid SUV: 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid - Best Compact Hybrid SUV: 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid - Best Compact Plug-in Hybrid: 2026 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid - Best Subcompact Hybrid SUV: 2026 Kia Niro - Best Compact Car: 2026 Kia K4 [7] Customer Focus and Value Proposition - Kia emphasizes design, technology, and quality as key factors driving customer preference, with models like the Sportage and Sorento receiving multiple awards for their value and capability [2][3] - The awards are based on a combination of quality, assessed through overall scores in the U.S. News Best Car Rankings, and value, measured by transaction price data and projected five-year ownership costs [2] Company Overview - Kia America, headquartered in Irvine, California, is recognized for its automotive quality and sustainability, being listed among TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024 [4] - The company offers a diverse range of vehicles, including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models, through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S. [4]
KIA WINS SEVEN 2026 BEST CARS FOR THE MONEY AWARDS FROM U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT