Our Story
Kia Drives to Surprise
Our obsession with building incredibly high-quality automobiles has led Kia to reach historic milestones. Follow Kia's journey and discover the record breaking results we create.
We struggle for ZERO Drive Defects
#1 Quality acknowledged in Germany
Recognized as ‘Best car’ in 38 countries Over the past
decade
Highest Ranked Non-Premium Brand in J.D. Power 2018 Initial Quality Study (IQS)
Segment Winners: Rio, Sorento#1 out 22 brands in J.D. Power 2017 Vehicle Dependability Study
Car Of The Year (COTY) in the US/Europe/Middle East/Asia
'Outstanding' in all requirements of collision test
#1 Comprehensive Safety Level achieved (front crash, side
crash, and rollover resistance ratings)
Achieved top safety rating in Europe
‘Top Safety Pick+’ in 2019 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety(IIHS) Collision Test
Forte, Niro HEV/PHEV, Optima, Sportage, Sorento‘5-Star’ safety rating from 2019 U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) & New Car Assessment Program(NCAP)
Optima, Sedona, Soul, Sportage, Sorento‘5-Star’ in 2017 Euro New Car Assessment Program(NCAP)
Stinger, Rio, Stonic
Globally recognized product design
Designing efforts in customer communication
Consistent design excellence
'Best of The Best' in the 2018 Red Dot Design Award
StingerWinner of Communication Design category in the 2016 Red Dot Design Award
Optima e-catalogue app24 Red Dot Awards since 2009
9 Years of captivating global consumers
Ranked #1 for Comprehensive Satisfaction by 68,000 actual
consumers
Chosen by 54,000 new car buyers