Third consecutive win for EV6, continued
success for Kia vehicles in rigorous winter-weather testing
BOSTON, July 31,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-electric Kia EV6 and
Telluride SUV each received 2024 Winter Vehicle Awards from the New
England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). The EV6 was recognized for
the third year in a row as Official Winter EV of the Year, for its
all-around engineering excellence and durability in the harshest
climatic conditions by the journalist guild representing internet,
radio, television, newspapers, and magazines from the New England
region. The Telluride was named Best Mid-Size SUV by NEMPA, thanks
to its sophisticated design and recently introduced X-Pro
capability.
"New England winters are the defining, real-world tests of
vehicle durability, and the EV6 and Telluride each rise to the
occasion as temperatures drop, and overdeliver as pace-setters in
their respective segments," said Steven Center, COO & EVP,
Kia America.
Now in its third model year, the EV6 maintains its position as
integral to Kia's "Plan S" strategy. The 2024 model year introduces
the 77.4-kWh battery to the EV6 Light, and with it, two new trim
designations in rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (e-AWD).
Across all EV6 models, newly standard are charge port lighting and
charge door marking to facilitate access.
"The Kia EV6 handily won our NEMPA Official Winter EV of the
Year for the third time," said Clifford
Atiyeh, President, New England Motor Press Association. "Its
blend of unique style and performance, especially the GT, continues
to impress. The accurate range estimates, along with a standard
heat pump, make the available all-wheel drive EV6 a capable and
trusted car throughout the winter season."
Designed for the U.S. market, the Telluride is a head-turning
proposition, and the 2024 Telluride builds upon this success
delivering a more rugged and refined appearance. Amber daytime
running lights are standard while the Telluride X-Line and
Telluride X-Pro models showcase black gloss exterior trim on the
bumpers, lower door garnish, grille surround, and headlight
bezels.
"New Englanders have loved the Telluride since it came out five
years ago, and the latest refresh makes Kia's mid-size SUV even
more appealing," Atiyeh said. "The new screens, the X-Pro model
with the all-terrain tires, and a very handsome exterior—the
Telluride is Kia's best model by far."
The EV6 and Telluride earned their respective awards following
year-round product testing by seasoned NEMPA members in
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New
Hampshire, Rhode Island,
and Vermont. Following extensive
testing, NEMPA members voted to determine the winners in each
category.
Kia America – about us
Headquartered in Irvine,
California, Kia America
continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as
one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies of 2023. Kia serves
as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range
of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles sold
through a network of over 775 dealers in the U.S., including
several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*.
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* The 2025 or newer EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage
(excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV
models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally
sourced parts.
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