The Kia EV3 has been officially named the ‘UK Car of the Year 2025’, following its win in the ‘Small Crossover’ category on February 20. This prestigious recognition underscores Kia’s continued leadership in the electric vehicle market and follows in the footsteps of the EV9, which secured the same overall award in 2024.
A Prestigious Award with Industry Recognition
The UK Car of the Year Awards is an independent awards program judged by 31 industry experts from automotive, business, and technology publications across the UK. Winning in the ‘Small Crossover’ category automatically advanced the EV3 to be considered for the overall ‘UK Car of the Year 2025’ title, which it ultimately secured.
Kia’s Ongoing Success in Electrification
Kia’s triumph with the EV3 is a testament to the brand’s growing influence in the EV space. Paul Philpott, President & CEO of Kia UK, expressed his excitement about the win:
“We’re delighted to once again be victorious winning the outright UK Car of the Year Award with EV3. This follows our success in 2024 with EV9. These consecutive awards clearly demonstrate Kia’s strong leadership in electrification, the genuine demand from UK customers, and the quality of our product lineup. With this outstanding recognition and our increasing order bank, we and our dealer partners are confident EV3 will continue being a popular and accessible choice for the growing number of people switching to electric.”
Strong Industry Praise for the Kia EV3
John Challen, Co-chairman of the UK Car of the Year Awards, highlighted the significance of Kia’s achievement:
“With this car, Kia has successfully grown its EV portfolio, following the success of the EV6 and the UK Car of the Year 2024, the EV9. Securing back-to-back successes in this competition has only been achieved once before, which shows the outstanding attributes and appeal of the Kia EV3, which emerged victorious from a strong field of finalists. The specification, driving range, and distinctive interior and exterior styling are just three EV3 elements that impressed our panel of experts.”
Global Recognition for the Kia EV3
The success of the Kia EV3 extends beyond the UK. Since its launch at the end of 2024, it has also been named a finalist for European Car of the Year and a finalist for the 2025 World Car Awards, with the final three nominees set to be announced later in March.
Kia EV3: A Compact EV with Exceptional Range
The Kia EV3 is the brand’s newest electric vehicle in the UK, representing the next phase of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy. With an impressive range of up to 375 miles on a single charge, the EV3 offers the longest driving range in Kia’s EV lineup while maintaining a compact and accessible design.
Conclusion
Kia’s EV3 securing the ‘UK Car of the Year 2025’ title solidifies the brand’s reputation for innovation, quality, and electrification. As the demand for electric vehicles continues to rise, the EV3 is set to be a popular choice for UK drivers seeking an efficient, stylish, and high-performing EV.
