U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Kia Telluride (best 3-row SUV), Sportage Hybrid (best hybrid SUV), Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (best plug-in hybrid SUV) and Kia Soul (best subcompact SUV) in its Best Cars for the Money awards for 2024. The annual awards include 11 automotive categories, highlighting cars and SUVs that represent the best combination of quality and value in their respective categories over time. Quality is determined by credible automotive reviews based on factors.