Kia America sheds the last of its budget brand image thanks to stylish, tech-forward EV blueprint

The EV6, shown as a 2024 model, will see changes including new headlight and taillight design as well as some interior upgrades. (KIA)

Carly Schaffner

August 18, 2024 10:00 AM

Kia America is enjoying its new status among young car buyers as a stylish, tech-forward electric vehicle maker. Last December, Kia's third EV, the three-row EV9, went on sale in the U.S., helping round out its selection of battery-powered crossovers and bring additional cachet to the brand.

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