IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Conceived,
designed and assembled in America, the Kia Telluride has been named
one of three finalists for the 2020 North American Utility Vehicle
of the Year (NACTOY).[1]
"The Telluride is the first Kia vehicle designed specifically
for the U.S. market and the impact it has made while reintroducing
the Kia brand to Americans is nothing short of incredible," said
Michael Cole, president, Kia Motors
America (KMA). "Demand for Telluride continues to outpace supply
ten months after our flagship SUV first arrived in showrooms, and
we are honored that Kia has been named a finalist for the
prestigious North American Utility Vehicle of the Year award."
NACTOY jurors vote on finalists after spending months driving
dozens of new vehicles throughout the year. To be eligible,
vehicles must be all-new or substantially new and must be available
at dealerships within a reasonable time from the announcement of
the awards, which will take place on January
13. This year, the field of semi-finalists included 12
models in the utility category.
"Competition in the red-hot utility category is especially
tough, with entries from a variety of mainstream and luxury
classes, including a strong set of three-row crossovers and a new
electric SUV," said NACTOY Secretary/Treasurer Kirk Bell. "We look forward to seeing which
vehicle our jurors think is best for buyers."
The Telluride continues to be one of KMA's best-selling
vehicles. Since going on sale earlier this year, nearly 50,000
Tellurides have been sold and it is the first Kia vehicle to be
exported from the United
States.
About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine,
California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked
mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years
according to J.D. Power[2] and is recognized as one of the 100
Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the "Official
Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a complete range of
vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S.,
including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*
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*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and
Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the
United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.
[1] North American Car, Utility, and Truck of the Year is a
trademark of North American Car and Truck of the Year
Corporation.
[2] Kia received the lowest rate of reported problems
among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-19 U.S. Initial
Quality Studies of new vehicle owners' experiences with their own
vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Visit jdpower.com/awards for
more details.
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