• Kia EV3 recognised in 'World Car Design of the Year', 'World Electric Vehicle' and 'World Car of the Year' categories for 2025

• Nominees determined by distinguished jury of 96 international automotive journalists from 30 nations

• Winners to be announced on April 16th during a live World Car Awards ceremony at the New York International Auto Show

The Kia EV3 has been named as a 'Top Three' vehicle in multiple categories in this year's World Car Awards including: 'World Car Design of the Year,' 'World Electric Vehicle,' and the overall title of 'World Car of the Year.' The finalists for the prestigious recognition at the 2025 edition were announced virtually today via World Car TV.

These awards recognise, reward and inspire automotive excellence and innovation in the rapidly changing automotive industry. Selected by 96 jurors from 30 counties, the EV3 was one of just three finalists out of an initial list of 52 contenders in the three separate categories.

Designed to improve EV accessibility, the EV3 brings the cutting-edge innovation of Kia's flagship EV9 to a wider audience than ever before and sets new standards in the compact electric vehicle SUV segment, accelerating Kia's shift towards becoming a provider of sustainable mobility solutions. The EV3 boasts a bold, progressive exterior and innovative, practical interior that maximises space, functionality and comfort.

The EV3 has a segment-leading range of up to 375 miles* (WLTP) and can charge from 10-to-80% in 31 minutes*, delivering impressive usability. The innovative interior design optimises space, comfort, and accessibility, while Kia's AI Assistant, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and Over-the-Air (OTA) updates enhance the ownership experience with cutting-edge technology.

Previously at the World Car Awards, the Kia EV9 secured a double win last year, taking home the overall '2024 World Car of the Year' along with collecting the '2024 World Electric Vehicle' title. Prior to the 2024 event, Kia had already claimed three wins at the World Car Awards: the Kia EV6 GT with '2023 World Performance Car of the Year', the Kia Telluride with '2020 World Car of the Year' and Kia Soul EV with '2020 World Urban Car'.

Winners in all six categories will be announced on Wednesday 16 April 2025 during a live World Car Awards ceremony at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS).