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Kia Models That Won the 2025 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Awards Every year, the Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Awards highlight the best vehicles across different categories, helping car buyers find top-performing models. For 2025, seven Kia models secured their place on this prestigious list, proving the brand’s dedication to innovation, quality, and performance. If you're looking for a new Kia, visit Concord Kia in Concord, CA, to explore these award-winning models, or schedule a test drive today. Have Questions? Call Us 925-682-7100 View Our New Kia Inventory A Standout Lineup of Award-Winning Kia Models Car and Driver’s editorial team evaluated nearly 500 vehicles, testing, rating, and ranking them across 45 market segments. The winning models met the highest standards in value, performance, and driving experience. This year, the Kia K5, EV6, Niro Hybrid, EV9, Carnival, Carnival Hybrid, and Telluride. Kia K5 This stylish midsize sedan delivers a fun drive with turbocharged engine options, advanced safety tech, and an upscale cabin. It’s an excellent alternative to traditional family sedans. Kia EV6 As a sleek all-electric crossover, the EV6 combines long-range capabilities with ultra-fast charging and a bold, futuristic design. Kia Niro Hybrid A fuel-efficient hybrid SUV, the Niro Hybrid provides a comfortable ride, excellent fuel economy, and a spacious interior packed with modern features. Kia EV9 Kia’s first three-row electric SUV impresses with its powerful performance, high-tech cabin, and family-friendly design. It redefines what an EV can offer. Kia Carnival This multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) offers SUV-inspired styling, ample cargo space, and top-tier technology, making it a perfect choice for families. Kia Carnival Hybrid This model brings hybrid efficiency to the Carnival lineup, ensuring lower fuel costs while maintaining the same spacious, comfortable experience. Kia Telluride A six-time winner in Car and Driver’s 10 Best Trucks and SUVs list, the Telluride continues to dominate with its rugged design, strong V6 engine, and luxurious features. Get Online Pre-Approval for Financing a New Kia Concord, CA Why do These Models Deserve Recognition? Each Kia vehicle on the list delivers a well-rounded driving experience, blending style, comfort, and advanced technology. Whether you're looking for an eco-friendly hybrid, a high-performance electric SUV, or a family-friendly vehicle, Kia offers a model that fits your needs. Explore These Award-Winning Models at Concord Kia Interested in getting behind the wheel of one of these top-rated Kia models? Visit Concord Kia in Concord, CA, to learn more about their features, availability, and test drive options. Our team will help you find the perfect Kia that matches your lifestyle. Sell or Trade an Old Car for a New Kia at Concord Kia Find Your Kia

Which 2020 Kia models are IIHS Top Safety Picks? While we often may enjoy the various bells and whistles and other creature comforts inside our vehicles, there is nothing more important than the vehicle keeping its occupants safe. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) puts vehicles available to consumers, including Kia models, to the test to see if they will hold up to their strict standards. Which 2020 Kia models are IIHS Top Safety Picks? They would be the Telluride, Sorento, Sportage, Soul, Stinger, and Forte when each is equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights. Read ahead for more details! more What does it take to earn a Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS? The IIHS puts all vehicles through six crashworthiness evaluations, looking at vehicles for their responses to the following crash tests: small overlap front—driver side; small overlap front—passenger side; moderate overlap front; side; roof strength; head restraints and seats. In order to receive the Top Safety Pick honor, vehicles must receive a rating of “Good” in each test, which is the highest rating possible. They must also receive a rating of “Acceptable” or “Good” for the headlights and an "Advanced" or "Superior" rating when it comes to vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention. 2020 Kia Telluride 2020 Kia Sorento 2020 Kia Sportage 2020 Kia Soul 2020 Kia Stinger 2020 Kia Forte 2020 Kia Telluride 2020 Kia Soul This recognition for these six models “reaffirms Kia’s continued effort to strive for safety improvement and advancement in every model we produce,” Michael Cole, president of Kia Motors America, said in a press release about the honors. Indeed, Kia has seen a more vigorous approach to safety these days, with such available Kia Drive Wise features as Smart Cruise Control, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, and Rear View Monitor with Parking Guidance helping to keep drivers and passengers safe in their new Kia models. If you are in the Concord area and want to see these IIHS Top Safety Picks in person, contact us today! The 2020 Kia Telluride has been awarded for its interior!

2020 Kia Telluride standard interior features The Kia Telluride has stormed onto the SUV scene and has shaken things up, all at once pushing forward the idea of what an SUV can be and reminding us what an SUV should be. With three rows of seating and ample cargo space, the Telluride is an ideal fit for adventurous spirits and large families alike. While it is nice to look at on the outside, you’ll be spending most of your time inside this beautiful beast, so we wanted to go over the 2020 Kia Telluride standard interior features, especially now that this interior has earned recognition from Autotrader! more Edmunds rated the Kia Telluride as a 2020 Top SUV! 2020 Autotrader 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 The latest recognition (the Telluride just keeps raking in awards) comes from Autotrader, a reputable source for vehicle information for consumers. The organization rated this as a Best Car Interior Under $50,000, which further demonstrates how the Telluride really pushes things to the edge of the luxury line without quite stepping over, providing drivers and passengers with an impressive experience. Base interior features in the Telluride The 2020 Kia Telluride is offered in four trims: LX, S, EX, and SX. Even with the base LX model, you’ll have a lot to enjoy inside the Telluride. You’ll have room for eight passengers, a dual level cargo floor, SOFINO leatherette seat trim, reclining third-row seats with 60/40 split-folding capabilities, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors, front seatback hooks, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, a day/night interior rearview mirror, five USB charger ports, a USB input jack, Smart Key with Push-Button Start and Immobilizer, rear passenger air conditioning controls, Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, an eight-inch touchscreen display, and more. That is just a taste of what the Telluride can provide, and at the very base of the lineup no less! If you are in the Concord area and want to see the Telluride for yourself, contact us today!

How does Edmunds rate the 2020 Kia Telluride? We have said plenty about the fantastic Kia Telluride on our site, and for good reason! The Kia Telluride has been proving itself over and over again with drivers and experts alike, and that includes the reliable folks over at Edmunds. The Kia Telluride has just been given a 2020 Edmunds Top Rated Award, being named a Top Rated SUV. What did they do to come to that conclusion? How does Edmunds rate the 2020 Kia Telluride in such a way? Let’s dig deeper into the specific reasons the Kia Telluride was given such an honor. more How well does the Kia Telluride drive in the snow? The Telluride feels like a luxury SUV The 2020 Kia Telluride is a sleek and stylish SUV that offers much in the way of capability and versatility, but that’s not all that stood out to the people over at Edmunds. “It looks and feels like a luxury SUV without the high price tag,” Alistair Weaver, editor-in-chief at Edmunds, said in a press release. The Telluride impressed the Edmunds staff with its rugged looks on the outside and modern, comfortable interior that offers top-tier features that are more often found on expensive luxury models. Indeed, Kia developed the Telluride with exquisite attention to detail and the desire to throw everything in it that made sense to help ensure the SUV’s quality and appeal to drivers. It’s an ideal fit for families and adventurous spirits alike. The 2020 Edmunds Top Rated Awards aim to recognize the best overall vehicles of the year after an extensive testing and rating process. The fact that the Telluride earned this praise from such a well-established and credible organization is truly an honor. If you’re in the Concord area and want to see the Telluride for yourself, contact us and let’s get you behind the wheel today!

Getting a vehicle for your teenage is a big decision. There are so many factors to consider, but the most important factor is safety. Automobile accidents are the leading cause of death for 14 to 18-year-olds, so picking a safe vehicle is absolutely essential. But which is the perfect vehicle for your new driver? Well, that's not an easy question, and there isn't exactly a "right answer." Fortunately, Consumer Reports put together a list of the 'Best New Cars For Teens.' And while it's no surprise to us, you may not have expected to see four Kia models among their top picks. Keep reading to find out more about the best Kia models for teenage drivers! more Check Out Our Inventory of Fuel Efficient Kia Models! Kia Forte, Optima, Soul, and Sportage named 'Best New Cars For Teens' by Consumer Reports Consumer Reports didn't include any large SUVs or trucks on their list because they offer seating to many passengers, and they didn't include any sports cars or turbo engines because of their high power and speed ability. Consumer Reports recommends newer models because they often have better crash test ratings and more safety features. 2017 Kia Forte The 2017 Kia Forte is the perfect compact car. You'll get so much for Kia's legendary budget price. Advanced driver assistance systems including Autonomous Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Warning, and Dynamic Bending Light are newly available in the Kia Forte. 2017 Kia Optima The 2017 Kia Optima is the perfect car for young drivers. Choose a trim level with the 2.4-liter GDI engine and you'll get up to 36 highway mpg. The 2017 Optima features new standard and available safety features. Lower trim levels now offer some of the best safety technology from Kia, including LED dual-project headlights with Dynamic Bending Light and High-Beam Assist. 2017 Kia Soul The 2017 Kia Soul is a sleek and capable small SUV. The Soul's unique design is attractive and allows drivers extra cargo space. The base model Soul boasts up to 30 highway mpg and steering-wheel-mounted controls. With the Plus Primo Package, you'll get Smart Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking. 2017 Kia Sportage The 2017 Kia Sportage is a small and sporty SUV that offers drivers a lot of cargo capacity and a fuel efficient engine. The base model 2017 Sportage offers standard LED Daytime Running Lights, Driver Mode Select (Normal, Sport and ECO modes) and rear-camera display. Go beyond the base model and grab the optional Blind Spot Detect System with Lane Change Assist and Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection System. For more information about these or any Kia model, stop into Concord Kia of Concord, California to talk to a member of our knowledgeable team. Schedule a test drive today! Once you get behind the wheel of a new Kia, you'll never want to drive anything else!