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A complete showcase of awards won by Hyundai

At Hyundai, we’re proud to be an award-winning brand recognised for everything from the best SUVs to the best city cars. Explore how our commitment to innovation and excellence has earned us recognition as a leader in the automotive industry.

Brand Awards
Electric Awards
IONIQ 5 N
IONIQ 5
IONIQ 6
All-new INSTER
All-new IONIQ 9
SUV car awards

Hyundai: A trusted name, backed by awards

At Hyundai, we’re proud to be recognised by industry leaders like Electrifying.com and Carwow for our commitment to excellence. Being named 'Electric Brand of the Year' and 'Brand of the Year 2025' highlights our dedication to innovation and delivering outstanding value. These prestigious awards showcase why Hyundai is a trusted name in the automotive world.

Hyundai has absolutely smashed it out of the park. Not only is it building genuinely stylish and desirable cars, they’re good value for money, packed full of technology and, in the case of the Ioniq 5 N, have a fantastic sense of humour that makes electric cars fun. No other car maker is showing such a breadth of abilities as Hyundai right now.

- Mat Watson, Carwow -

Hyundai electric car awards

Hyundai continues to set the standard for electric cars, earning recognition as Electric Vehicle (EV) Brand of the Year. With cutting-edge technology and exceptional design, our models are celebrated as some of the best electric cars on the market. These awards highlight our commitment to EV technology, making Hyundai a trusted choice for EV drivers worldwide.

We believe Hyundai is the only brand that offers a range of high-quality electric cars that appeal to buyers across the entire market spectrum. There’s an EV for everyone in Hyundai’s line-up - from the great value-for-money INSTER to its forthcoming seven-seat SUV, along with cars that appeal to both family and business drivers alike.

- Ginny Buckley, Founder and CEO of Electryfying.com -

IONIQ 5 N

The IONIQ 5 N is a high-performance electric hatchback that combines thrilling power with innovative features. With advanced driving dynamics, a bold design, and cutting-edge technology, it redefines what an electric vehicle can offer for enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike.

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IONIQ 5

The IONIQ 5 redefines electric vehicle design with its futuristic aesthetic, seamless clamshell hood, and distinctive Parametric Pixel LED lighting. Combining bold innovation, ultra-fast charging, and smart technology, it offers a spacious, advanced, and electrifying driving experience. ¹

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Most Loved Car Award - Autotrader 2023

The "Most Loved Car" award, voted for by over 200,000 UK car buyers, recognises the car that owners truly adore. 2023 saw the Hyundai IONIQ 5 claim the title, celebrated for its distinctive retro-modern design, spacious interior, advanced technology, and value for money—making it a standout choice for families and EV enthusiasts alike.
2022 World Car of the Year - WCA

A triple win for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 which also won the 2022 World Electric Vehicle of the Year and the 2022 World Car Design of the Year award honours.
Best Family Car - UK Car of the Year 2022

"The Hyundai IONIQ 5 blazes an EV trail. Innovative, desirable, practical, and brilliantly designed to make full use of its electric-only platform. Quite where Hyundai has found so much space inside a family car is a mystery, but one we're more than happy to ponder for many years to come."

2022 UK Car of the Year Awards judges

IONIQ 6

The IONIQ 6 combines aerodynamic design, advanced technology, and exceptional efficiency. With a spacious interior, impressive range options, and fast charging capabilities, it delivers a premium and modern EV experience tailored for both style and practicality. ²

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Erin Baker Award - Autotrader 2023

AutoTrader’s Erin Baker awarded the Hyundai IONIQ 6 her eponymous prize, praising it as the best all-rounder for its practicality, design, technology, value, and electric capability.
2023 World Car of the Year - WCA

In 2023, IONIQ 6 was a triple winner in the 2023 World Car of the Year, 2023 World Electric Vehicle and the 2023 World Car Design of the Year categories.
Best Family Car - UK Car of the Year 2024

The judges praised the IONIQ 6 for its unique interior and exterior design. The combination of innovative features and technologies resulted in it being awarded the Best Family Car.

All-new INSTER

For a city car, the INSTER delivers an amazing amount of practicality and interior space. This, combined with its smart mobility, electrifying performance and advanced connectivity make it the perfect compact EV.

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All-new IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 has been crowned TopGear.com's Best Seven-Seat EV of 2025, chosen for its appealing blend of design flair, clever packaging, and smart technology.

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Topgear.com Best seven seater EV 2025

The Topgear.com judges specifically praised the IONIQ 9's practicality, sharp styling, and smart technology, recognising it as a clear winner in the seven-seat EV category. Editor-in-chief Jack Rix noted its accomplished and clever design, emphasising that its people-carrying remit is backed up by genuinely useful thinking.

SANTA FE

The Hyundai SANTA FE is the perfect SUV for families and adventurers, offering bold design, advanced safety, and a spacious interior. With hybrid options, it combines power, efficiency, and comfort for every journey.

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The CARWOW Car of the Year 2025

The Hyundai SANTA FE claimed the prestigious title of Car of the Year 2025. Praised highly for its bold styling, spacious interior, advanced technology, and outstanding value—making it a standout choice for families in 2025.
WHAT CAR? Car of the Year - Best 7-Seater 2025

The Hyundai SANTA FE has earned the WHAT CAR? Best 7-seater Car of the Year award. The SUV has been commended for its premium feel, value for money and spacious leg and head room.
Large Crossover of the Year - UK Car of the Year 2025

"A bold and exciting vehicle with striking design. Its impressive equipment and spacious interior make the new Hyundai SANTA FE an incredibly practical choice for families, seamlessly blending style with functionality."

Natisha Chatten - UK Car of the Year Awards judge
SUV of the Year 2024 - TopGear.com

“It gets right the things it needs to and in terms of design, thoughtfulness and versatility there's not a family car to rival it for the money..." TopGear.com Awards 2024.

Our award winning cars

Our award-winning cars at Hyundai reflect our passion for innovation, design, and performance. From our all-new, family-friendly IONIQ 9, celebrated for its comfort and space, to the cutting-edge technology of the IONIQ 5 N and IONIQ 6 that redefine electric and performance driving. Each award represents our commitment to creating cars that stand out, a testament to the trust and recognition we’ve earned from drivers and industry experts alike.

Electrify your Future

Charging made easier & more accessible.

Charging options for your electric vehicle depend on your grid connection at home or the public charging station you have access to, electric vehicles like the KONA Electric give you flexible possibilities for charging. When charging at home, you'll need to have the option to park off the street. On-street charging is becoming more available but isn't yet the norm.

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