Telluride & EV9 Set the Standard with 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Awards | King Kia

At King Kia, we know safety is a top priority for our drivers in Gaithersburg, Rockville, and Germantown. That’s why we’re excited to share that the 2025 Kia Telluride and 2025 Kia EV9 have earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest honor— the Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) award.

This achievement highlights Kia’s dedication to safety, advanced technology, and top-tier engineering, ensuring you and your loved ones stay protected on every drive.

Telluride: Three Years at the Top

For the third year in a row, the Kia Telluride has earned the prestigious TSP+ rating, proving once again why it’s a leader in the midsize SUV segment. With a reputation for rugged capability, premium comfort, and advanced driver assistance features, the Telluride continues to be a top choice for families in Montgomery County and beyond.

• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) keep you aware of your surroundings.
• High-strength body structure enhances crash protection.
• Top-rated headlights provide superior visibility in all trims.

Whether you’re heading to Sugarloaf Mountain for a weekend adventure or tackling your daily commute on I-270, the Telluride delivers the confidence and security you need.

EV9: All-Electric, All-Safe

The 2025 Kia EV9 isn’t just making waves as an innovative, all-electric three-row SUV—it’s also setting new safety standards. This year, it earned an upgraded IIHS rating, securing a TSP+ designation for the first time.

•  Ultra-rigid structure and reinforced safety cage for passenger protection.
•  State-of-the-art collision prevention systems with pedestrian detection.
•  Fast-charging capability, so you can power up quickly at charging stations across Maryland and D.C.

If you’re looking for an eco-friendly SUV that doesn’t compromise on performance, space, or safety, the EV9 is ready to impress.

What It Takes to Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+

The IIHS raised the bar for safety in 2025, with stricter crash test requirements, especially for rear-seat passenger protection. To earn the coveted TSP+ rating, a vehicle must:

✔ Score a “Good” rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test (now including a backseat passenger dummy).
✔ Achieve top marks in small overlap front and updated side impact tests.
✔ Earn at least an “Acceptable” rating in pedestrian front crash prevention (day and night).
✔ Feature headlights rated “Acceptable” or “Good” across all trims.

Both the Telluride and EV9 passed with flying colors, ensuring Kia remains a leader in automotive safety.

Drive With Confidence at King Kia

Looking for a safe, stylish, and tech-forward SUV? Whether you’re drawn to the rugged Telluride or the innovative EV9, you can feel secure knowing you’re driving one of the safest vehicles on the road.

Visit King Kia at 953 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, to test drive the award-winning 2025 Telluride or EV9 today. Safety, performance, and innovation—Kia delivers it all.

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