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Hyundai IONIQ 5 And Kona SUVs Recognised In 2025 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kona have been recognised with the 2025 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards. The IONIQ 5 secured the Best Electric Vehicle award for the third year in a row, while the Kona won Best Subcompact SUV for the second consecutive year. These awards highlight top models across various vehicle segments.
Hyundai's IONIQ 5 and Kona stood out due to their advanced technology, safety features, and driving performance. The IONIQ 5 offers electric mobility with a futuristic design and fast charging capabilities. Meanwhile, the Kona provides an urban-friendly experience with style and efficiency. Both vehicles align with customer values of being tech-forward and sustainability-conscious.
Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buy Awards are highly regarded in the automotive industry. They result from extensive testing of nearly every new model available in the U.S. by KBB’s editorial team. The evaluation process includes hands-on vehicle testing, pricing analysis, ownership costs, consumer reviews, and sales data.
Kelley Blue Book has been a trusted resource for vehicle valuation since its founding in 1926. It offers transparent information and innovative tools for consumers, dealers, and manufacturers. KBB.com provides market-reflective values weekly, helping consumers understand what they can expect to pay for vehicles in their area.
Brian Moody, executive editor for Kelley Blue Book, praised both Hyundai models: "Sporting contemporary and innovative styling, the 2025 Hyundai Kona continues its reign as our subcompact Best Buy; however, it’s not simply its head-turning good looks that revs our engine." He also highlighted the practicality of the IONIQ 5 as a family-friendly electric SUV with numerous standard features at a reasonable price.
Cox Automotive's Role
Cox Automotive owns Kelley Blue Book and is a leading provider of automotive services globally. With over 29,000 employees across five continents, Cox Automotive offers solutions for car shoppers, manufacturers, dealers, lenders, and fleets. Its brands include Autotrader®, Manheim®, vAuto®, Dealertrack®, among others.
Hyundai Motor America supports Hyundai Motor Company’s vision of Progress for Humanity by offering a diverse lineup of cars and SUVs in the U.S. The company contributes significantly to the U.S. economy through its operations and independent dealers.
Olabisi Boyle from Hyundai Motor North America expressed gratitude: "Incredibly thankful that the IONIQ 5 and Kona again have been recognized by KBB as top models in their categories." This recognition reflects Hyundai's commitment to aligning its vehicles with customer lifestyles.
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