Kia Telluride and EV9 Named 2025 Best Cars for Families by U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report recently unveiled its yearly “2025 Best Cars for Families” honors, spotlighting the Kia Telluride as the top “Best 3-Row Midsize SUV” for the sixth consecutive year, while the Kia EV9 earned the title of “Best Electric Vehicle for Families.”

“The Telluride keeps securing this award due to its winning combination of roominess, functionality, features, and top-notch safety ratings. The EV9 mirrors these strengths but adds cost-effective energy use, fast charging capabilities, and a distinctive flair,” explained Alex Kwanten, Autos managing editor at U.S. News & World Report. “Being the first budget-friendly 3-row electric SUV available, the EV9 significantly broadens options for family buyers.” [1]

The editors at U.S. News & World Report picked the EV9 and Telluride from a pool of over 100 vehicles spanning nine categories. The victorious cars, SUVs, and minivans were chosen based on the highest overall scores, which factor in safety and dependability ratings from the U.S. News Best Car Rankings, along with assessments of seating capacity, cargo space, and family-oriented amenities.

“These awards affirm Kia’s commitment to crafting exceptional vehicles tailored to meet family demands,” remarked Steven Center, COO & EVP of Kia America. “We’re thrilled to see two of our models highlighted in the 2025 Best Cars for Families list, particularly with the Telluride consistently achieving this distinction since its debut and the EV9 earning it within a year of its introduction.” [1]

Both the 2025 all-electric EV9 and the Telluride continue to captivate buyers with their unique fusions of cutting-edge technology, stunning design, sophisticated driver assistance systems, and luxurious comfort. Each model boasts expansive 3-row cabins, making them ideal for family use.