Kia has attained one of the auto industry’s most prestigious honours, as the EV3 has been crowned the 2025 World Car of the Year at the World Car Awards. The Award Ceremony was held during the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
The award was announced live at the event, where the EV3 emerged as the overall winner, earning immense praise for its innovative design, advanced technology, and practical features. This marks Kia’s sixth win at the World Car Awards since 2020. This definitely showcases the brand’s growing impact in the global automotive space.
Kia President and CEO Ho Sung Song expressed pride over the win, stating that the award highlights Kia’s position as a global leader in sustainable, design-focused, and tech-driven mobility solutions. He also added that the EV3 redefines customer expectations with its standout features and user experience.
The 2025 World Car Awards were decided by a panel of 96 leading Automotive Journalists from 30 different countries, who evaluated vehicles across several key performance and design metrics.
What Makes the Kia EV3 Stand Out?
- A bold, modern exterior design
- A smart, spacious interior focused on comfort and functionality
- A class-leading driving range of up to 605 km
- Fast charging from 10–80% in just 31 minutes*
- AI-powered assistant, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and over-the-air (OTA) updates
These elements make the EV3 not just practical, but also tech-forward and future-ready.
