US EditionU.S. News Unveils the 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards
The expanded awards cover 20 vehicle categories, highlighting Kia's seven wins and the growing demand for electrified and fuel-efficient cars, SUVs, and trucks.
- U.S. News & World Report unveiled the 2026 Best Cars for the Money awards, expanded to 20 categories, with winners to be recognized in Washington, D.C.
- Amid an evolving electrified market, U.S. News expanded categories to reflect growing demand for electrified and fuel-efficient vehicles, with two reintroduced categories marking the 2026 lineup change since 2020.
- U.S. News measured value by transaction price data and five-year projected ownership costs and assessed quality via the U.S. News Best Car Rankings combining safety, reliability, and editorial experience.
- Kia led this year’s winners with seven total awards, and the Honda Odyssey extended its Best Minivan for the Money streak to six consecutive years; U.S. News Best Cars said the program supports shoppers throughout their buying journey.
- Electrified models dominated several category wins with the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and Chevrolet Equinox EV highlighting hybrid and EV recognition while Kia K4 and Kia EV9 reflected diverse powertrain options.
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U.S. News Unveils the 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards
The 2026 awards expand to include 20 automotive categories amid an evolving electrified market.
Kia Wins Seven 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards from U.S. News & World Report
IRVINE, Calif., January 22, 2026 – Kia America today announced that seven Kia models have earned top honors in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Cars for the Money Awards, underscoring the brand’s continued leadership in delivering quality, value and innovation across its lineup. The following Kia vehicles were recognized as 2026 Best Cars for the Money Award winners: Best Midsize Electric SUV for the Money: 2026 Kia EV9 Best Midsize Three…
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