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Core Insights - The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid has been recognized as the Best Hybrid for the Money in the Compact SUV category by Cars.com, marking its second consecutive year of recognition [1][2] - Kia emphasizes its commitment to value and innovation in the hybrid segment, as reflected in the Sportage Hybrid's performance and design [1] - The evaluation for Cars.com's Best Hybrids for the Money list is based on the efficiency-cost rating, which considers the EPA's combined mpg rating relative to the vehicle's base price [1] Company Overview - Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California, and is recognized for its automotive quality, being listed among TIME World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024 [3] - The company serves as the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA and WNBA, offering a diverse range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles through nearly 800 dealers in the U.S. [3] Future Developments - The 2026 Sportage has been revealed, building on the success of its predecessor with a fully redesigned package that focuses on design, innovation, technology, and convenience [2] - The 2026 model will offer three distinct powertrain variants: ICE, Turbo Hybrid (HEV), and Turbo Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), along with an expanded trim range [2]

IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America delivered 78,540 total units in March, extending its record-breaking sales streak to six months and propelling the fast-growing brand to the best first quarter performance in company history. Retail transactions at Kia dealerships grew 25-percent year-over-year showing a continuous growth trend. KIA AMERICA ACHIEVES HIGHEST MARCH AND FIRST QUARTER SALES IN COMPANY HISTORY In Q1, Kia achieved total sales of 198,850 units, marking a 10.7-percent increa ...