Kia EV3 wins Red Dot Award
2025’s World Car of the Year, the Kia EV3, has just added another prestigious accolade to its name, taking home the coveted ‘Best of the Best’ title in the Automobiles and Vehicles category at the Red Dot Awards. While Kia has long been known for producing outstanding vehicles, the launch of its bold new design philosophy, ‘Opposites United’, in 2021 marked a turning point. Since then, Kia’s fresh approach has helped the brand achieve growing recognition and success around the world.
The EV3’s latest award is another sign of Kia’s continued evolution, blending bold design, advanced technology, and a strong commitment to electric mobility. It’s a reflection of where Kia is heading, and why more drivers are taking notice.
- Kia EV3 named ‘Best of the Best’ in the Automobiles and Vehicles category at Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025
- EV3’s accolade follows EV9’s 2024 victory and EV6’s 2022 win, showcasing Kia’s continued EV leadership
- Global design award recognises influential power of Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy
- All-electric SUV showcases Kia’s commitment to expanding the appeal of design-led, sustainable mobility solutions
Continue reading for Kia New Zealand’s press release.
Kia EV3 wins coveted Red Dot ‘Best of the Best’ Award
Kia’s compact electric SUV, the EV3, has been named ‘Best of the Best’ at the 2025 Red Dot Award: Product Design in the Automobiles and Vehicles category. Following the EV9’s win in 2024 and the EV6’s triumph in 2022, this latest recognition highlights Kia’s continued leadership in setting new design benchmarks on the global stage and the ongoing success of its EV products.
“It is a tremendous honor to receive the 2025 Red Dot ‘Best of the Best’ design award for the Kia EV3, especially after the success of the EV9, winning the same award last year. The award is a reflection of the passion and dedication of Kia Design, as well as all our global colleagues, to bring relevant and meaningful mobility solutions to our users,” said Karim Habib, Executive Vice President and Head of Kia Global Design.
“Underpinned by our ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, the EV3’s combination of strong architectural graphics, with its faceted and folded surfaces, results in an emotional design derived from logic, while our 10 material solutions ensure that our approach to mobility remains responsible. From the bold, progressive exterior aesthetics to the innovative living-space inspired interior, the Kia EV3 is a thoughtful product that we hope can make the lives of even more customers easier and better.”
What is the global importance of the Red Dot Design Award?
The Red Dot Award is an internationally recognised design competition that honors excellence in product design, communication, and design concepts. The ‘Best of the Best’ is the highest distinction and is awarded only to the most groundbreaking designs. Kia will be presented with the award at the Red Dot Gala on July 8, 2025, at the Aalto Theater in Essen, Germany.
How does Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy influence the Kia EV3?
The EV3 exemplifies Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, bringing together contrasting elements to create an innovative and engaging design. The all-electric SUV’s design combines a strong, confident body with a dynamic silhouette. The EV3’s compact exterior is complemented by an open, spacious cabin that blends functionality with a sense of comfort and calm.
What are the key design features of the Kia EV3?
The EV3 features a sleek and robust exterior characterised by broad shoulders and a confident stance. The seamless integration of the C-pillar and tailgate glass imparts a high-tech appearance while maintaining a compact, dynamic profile. Vertical headlamps positioned at the extremes of the clean front contribute to a wide, assertive impression.
Inside, the EV3 offers a spacious cabin that comfortably accommodates five passengers. The interior emphasises comfort and functionality, featuring a panoramic widescreen display that integrates essential driving and entertainment functions. An elegant center console incorporates a sliding table and storage area, emphasising the interior’s usability and convenience.
Kia’s win further highlights its design philosophy and innovation, strengthening its presence in the global automotive design landscape.
Available now at Miles Kia
We’re proud to offer the award-winning Kia EV3 right here at Miles Kia. Whether you’re already driving electric or exploring your options, the EV3 is well worth a test drive. It’s a vehicle that delivers on every front, from sustainability and performance to design and value.
Ready to see what all the excitement is about? Visit Miles Kia in Christchurch and take the Kia EV3 for a drive. Discover for yourself why it’s been named the 2025 World Car of the Year and why it could be the perfect next step in your driving journey.
