Kia wins five honors at the 2025 Red Dot Design Awards, including ‘Best of the Best’ for the PV5 WKNDR Concept.
Kia Motors has solidified its position as a global design leader by clinching five prestigious accolades at the Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2025, including the coveted ‘Best of the Best’ for its groundbreaking PV5 WKNDR Concept. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Kia’s commitment to innovative, sustainable, and user-centric mobility solutions.
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The Stars of the Show
| Concept Name | Award | Key Highlights |
| PV5 WKNDR Concept | Best of the Best | Electric adventure van with modular interiors, solar panels & hydro turbines |
| PV1 Concept | Winner | Ultra-compact PBV for urban delivery with autonomous features |
| EV2 Concept | Winner | Compact SUV with pillar-less design and advanced EV adaptability |
| PV7 Concept | Winner | Spacious PBV with flat-floor layout and mobile office setup |
| PV5 Concept | Winner | Versatile mid-sized PBV with passenger & logistics-friendly interior designs |
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Deep Dive: PV5 WKNDR Concept
PV5 WKNDR Concept unveiled at the 2024 SEMA Showcase, the PV5 WKNDR captures the spirit of eco-friendly adventure. It easily switches from city streets to rough trails. The vehicle offers off-road upgrades perfect for outdoor lovers. Its external storage can flip open into a mobile kitchen. Solar panels and hydro turbines keep it powered, making it self-sufficient. The interior is designed to be flexible, with removable parts and customizable layouts for different needs.
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Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ Design Philosophy
Kia’s strong focus on design is based on its ‘Opposites United’ idea. It blends opposites like practicality with emotion, and technology with nature. This approach fuels new, eco-friendly products. It creates designs that are both appealing and useful. The philosophy also supports adaptable solutions for different lifestyles.
Red Dot Awards: A Benchmark in Design
Founded in 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is recognized worldwide for high-quality design. Its strict judging process highlights innovation, usability, and visual appeal. Winning a Red Dot means a product is both attractive and has strong global interest. It also shows that the design leads in its field.
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