MG & Kia Win Multiple WhatCar? Electric Car Awards

Discover our award-winning range of EVs and hybrid vehicles at Dicksons of Inverness

The electric car market is continuing to grow, with more choice than ever for drivers looking to make the switch to electric of plug-in hybrid motoring. And, here at Dicksons, we’re delighted to offer a selection of models that have been recognised among the very best in their class at the WhatCar? Electric Car Awards 2026.

From compact electric cars designed for everyday driving to spacious family SUVs and long-distance EVs, several models from MG and Kia have picked up prestigious awards – highlighting just how much choice there is for drivers across Inverness and the Highlands.

MG Drives Away With THREE Awards

MG had a particularly impressive showing at this year’s awards, taking home three category wins.

The MG4 EV Urban was named Best Electric Small Car, while the MG HS Plug-in Hybrid was crowned Best Hybrid Family SUV for the second consecutive year. The MGS9 Plug-in Hybrid also took the title of Best Hybrid 7-Seat SUV.

MG4 EV Urban – Best Electric Small Car

The compact MG4 EV Urban has made an immediate impression since its launch, combining an accessible price with impressive practicality, efficiency and electric range.

Available with standard and long-range battery options, the MG4 EV Urban offers up to 258 miles of official WLPT combined range, while its compact dimensions make it easy to live with around town without compromising on space for passengers and luggage.

WhatCar? Editor Steve Huntingford praised the MG4 EV Urban as “A compact car that’s as accommodating as it is keenly priced.”

With prices starting from £23,395 or just £239 per month, the MG4 EV Urban offers an appealing route into electric motoring.

For drivers in the Highlands, the combination of manageable size, useful range and everyday practicality makes the MG4 EV Urban a particularly unique option for those considering their first step into the EV world.

Click here to find out more about the car and book your test drive.

MG HS Plug-in Hybrid – Best Hybrid Family SUV

The MG HS Plug-in Hybrid has now been named Best Hybrid Family SUV by WhatCar? for the second year running, underlining its reputations as a versatile family-friendly choice.

With an electric only range of up to 75 miles, the MG HS PHEV can handle many everyday journeys using electric power, while its petrol engine provides the flexibility required for longer trips. That combination could be appealing for Highland drivers, where journeys can vary considerably in length. You can make the most of electric driving around town and on shorter journeys, while still having the reassurance of a petrol engine for longer adventures across Scotland and beyond.

The MG HS PHEV also offers a spacious interior, a high level of standard equipment and a comfortable driving experience. WhatCar? Described it as “[…]a tempting choice for private buyers and company car drivers alike. It’s an incredibly well -rounded family SUV.”

Now available from £32,495 or £329 per month at Dicksons of Inverness. Click here to explore the MG HS PHEV and book your test drive today.

MGS9 Plug-in Hybrid – Best Hybrid 7-Seat SUV

If space is a priority, the MGS9 Plug-in Hybrid has bags of it! It brings award-winning credentials to the large SUV market.

Named Best Hybrid 7-Seat SUV at the WhatCar? Electric Car Awards 2026, this is an impressive achievement for MG’s first seven-seat model in the large SUV category.

The MGS9 offers three rows of seating, providing space for up to seven people while folding the third row creates a generous 1,206 lite boot. It also offers an electric-only range of up to 62 miles, making it well suited to everyday journeys, with its 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine providing additional flexibility for longer trips.

WhatCar? editor, Steve Huntingford, described the MGS9 as “A genuine seven-seater with a commanding driving position, a smart interior and hushed cruising manners.”

You can get this incredible 7-seat SUV from just £34,210 or from £369 per month – brilliant value from a vehicle in its class. Click here to find out more and book your test drive.

For larger families in the Inverness area and beyond, the MGS( could be an especially appealing choice as it combines the practicality of a seven-seater with the ability to complete everyday journeys using electric power (saving running costs and boosting efficiency).

Two Award-Winning Kia EVs for Family and Everyday Driving

MG wasn’t our only manufacturer celebrating at the WhatCar? Electric Car Awards 2026. Two Kia models, available from Dicksons, also took home top honours – with the Kia EV3 named Best Electric Small SUV and the Kia EV4 winning Best Electric Family Car.

Kia EV3 – Best Electric Small SUV

The Kia EV3 is a compact electric SUV designed to make everyday EV driving as straightforward as possible. The Standard Range model offers an official range of up to 270 miles, while the Long Range version can travel up to an impressive 375 miles on a full charge.

For Highland drivers, that combination of range and practicality is particularly useful. Whether you're commuting around Inverness, heading further afield or planning longer trips around Scotland, the EV3 is designed to make electric driving feel easy and stress-free.

WhatCar? highlighted its comfortable ride, quiet cruising and practical interior, as well as its 460-litre boot and useful storage space. Both Standard Range and Long Range versions can charge from 10–80% in around 30 minutes under suitable charging conditions.

The result? An electric SUV that's compact enough for everyday life but capable enough to go considerably further. Now available at Dicksons of Inverness from £33,055 with great monthly PCP offers too – click here to learn more and book your test drive today.

Kia EV4 – Best Electric Family Car

For families looking for a fully electric car with plenty of space, the Kia EV4 was named Best Electric Family Car by WhatCar?.

The EV4 combines a spacious interior with a generous 435-litre boot, making it well suited to family life. The Standard Range Air features a 201bhp electric motor and offers an official range of up to 273 miles, while the Long Range version increases this to an impressive 388 miles. That's plenty of range for everyday driving, while also giving Highland motorists the confidence to plan longer journeys without constantly worrying about where their next charge will come from.

The EV4 also offers a comfortable, refined driving experience, with useful features including heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and automatic LED headlights available on the entry-level Air model.

What Car? praised the EV4's balance of practicality, performance, comfort and usability – naming it the winner of its class.

Now available at Dicksons of Inverness from £34,745 and lucrative monthly PCP offers available too. Click here to find out more and book your test drive.

Award-winning EVs, available at Dicksons

We're proud to offer customers in Inverness and across the Highlands access to some of the UK's most highly rated electric and plug-in hybrid cars.

With five WhatCar? Electric Car Awards 2026 winners available across MG and Kia, plus incredible EVs from Nissan, Suzuki and KGM, there's never been a better time to explore what's possible with electric driving.

Whether you're ready to make the switch to a fully electric car or you're interested in the flexibility of a plug-in hybrid, our team at Dicksons can help you find the right option for your lifestyle.

Explore our diverse range of electric cars at Dicksons of Inverness and discover your next set of wheels today.

Vehicle pricing subject to change. Pricing and information correct as of September 2026.