Kia has made history by winning two Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards in the same year. The Kia Carens received the ICOTY 2023 award and the Kia EV6 received the Green Car Award 2023.
The Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) awards, organized by the Automotive Journalists Association of India (AJAI), are considered the premier awards in the Indian automotive industry, often referred to as the Oscars of the industry.
The awards are based on an expert and unbiased evaluation of the best new car, with the winner being chosen by a panel of highly experienced jury members. Key factors considered in the selection process include the car’s price, fuel efficiency, styling, comfort, safety, performance, practicality, technical innovation, value for money, and suitability for Indian driving conditions.
“India is one of the most important markets for Kia, as the Indian market has grown at an unprecedented rate. Kia has become one of the fastest-growing automotive brands in the Indian market and to be recognized by the Indian Car of the Year jury is a significant achievement for the whole Kia family,” said Ho Sung Song, President and CEO, Kia Corporation. “The Kia Carens highlights our commitment to offer tailor-made family vehicles to meet Indian customers’ needs, while the Kia EV6 embodies our vision to pave the road for electrified mobility solutions for India. We will continue our efforts to contribute to the future of mobility for customers in India and around the world”
“We are thankful to the esteemed ICOTY jury members for this honor. This is a well-deserved recognition for the Kia brand and speaks volumes for our technological prowess, capabilities and understanding of Indian market,” said Tae-Jin Park, Managing Director and CEO, Kia India. “It is a true reflection of our successful journey in India and a great motivation for us to keep working and contributing towards an inspiring tomorrow.”
