Kia Motors Corporation has increased its brand value by 15% over the past year to reach the 83rd position on the exclusive list of 'Top 100 Best Global Brands,' according to a 2013 study released today by Interbrand, the world's largest brand consultancy agency.

Kia first entered the 'Top 100 Best Global Brands' last year, coming in 87th place, but has since risen four spots to reach an estimated brand value of USD 4.7 billion. This represents a 15%, or USD 619 million, increase from last year's estimated brand value and far exceeds the overall top 100 brands' average value growth rate of 8.4%.