Kia bags numerous awards in JD Power APEAL study

Kia has a record for having the highest total number of awards ever earned in a single year by a brand.

In the American data analytics, software, and consumer intelligence company’s 2023 Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study, seven Kia cars ranked number one in various segments.

For the second consecutive year, three Kia models took top honors in their respective categories: the all-electric Kia EV6 (Most Appealing Compact SUV); Carnival (Most Appealing Minivan), and K5 (Most Appealing Midsize Car).

Additionally, four Kia models ranked number one in their segments: Telluride (Most Appealing Upper Midsize SUV); Forte (Most Appealing Compact Car); Rio (Most Appealing Small Car), and Stinger (Most Appealing Midsize Premium Car).

All seven vehicles were recognized as the most appealing for driver experience and ranked number one for driver satisfaction in the 2023 JD Power APEAL Study.

“As the most awarded brand by JD Power across both the 2023 JD Power APEAL and IQS (Initial Quality StudySM) Studies, Kia has demonstrated our leadership position in not only the automotive industry, but also within the electrification sector. Our world-class vehicles deliver the quality, reliability and technology that consumers are looking for and the JD Power 2023 US (United States) APEAL Study shows our continuous drive to offer the right mix of features and attributes across multiple model lines,” commented Kia America Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President Steven Center.

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