Hyundai aced the recent World Car of the Year Awards announced at the New York Motor Show, taking overall honours, World Electric Vehicle and World Car Design titles as well – this, for the second consecutive year.
The IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner won the title based on the votes by an international jury that praised it for its unique aerodynamic design and outstanding all-electric range.
Citroën C3 scooped the 2023 World Urban Car prize
“We are thrilled to receive this prestigious honour two years in a row, which recognises the tremendous talents and unrelenting efforts of everyone at Hyundai Motor Company to bring EVs like IONIQ 6 to market,” says Jaehoon Chang, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company. “
The accolade reinforces Hyundai's commitment to vehicle electrification and providing mobility solutions.
SangYup Lee, executive vice president and head of the Hyundai Global Design Centre added: “We always want to connect with customers on an emotional level and with the design of the IONIQ 6 we have created truly one of a kind.
“The daring streamliner styling combines strong emotional appeal with aerodynamic efficiency to give an exceptional range. Inside, we set out to create a personal studio that offers the mindful space and calm functionality which, we believe, elevates EV design.”
Kia getting honours as World Performance Car for the EV6 GT
The IONIQ 6 is the second model in Hyundai’s dedicated all-electric IONIQ brand range. It takes full advantage of a bespoke Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) architecture to offer 800-V, ultra-fast charging capabilities for a 10% to 80% charge in just 18 minutes.
Citroën C3 scooped the 2023 World Urban Car prize at the 19th World Car Awards – the B-segment hatch gained marks for its modernity and its assertive, customisable character.
The World Luxury Car title went to Lucid Air with Kia getting honours as World Performance Car for the EV6 GT.
A jury of 100 international automotive journalists from 32 countries selected the winners by secret ballot based on their evaluation of each eligible vehicle as part of their ongoing professional work.
World Luxury Car title went to Lucid Air
All the World Car Award trophies were created this year by legendary automotive designer Ian Callum’s design and engineering consultancy.
All the new CALLUM-designed trophies were produced by REPLIQUE using the first fully encrypted 3D printing platform that offers OEMs a secure and sustainable means of providing parts on demand, anytime, anywhere.
