2024 Kia Telluride Review

The 2024 Kia Telluride follows up on the complete redesign in 2023. The Telluride showcases a contemporary and captivating aesthetic, featuring fresh vertical headlights framing a revamped front grille. Amber daytime running lights add a new dimension to the design.

Introduced in 2023 as adventure trims, the Telluride X-Line and X-Pro have a new black gloss trim that gives a new look to the exterior. This color adds a dark shine to the lower doors, the grille surround and the bumpers. It even makes an appearance in the headlight bezels.

Trim levels include the LX, S, EX and SX in FWD and AWD styles. There are also X-Line AWD editions of the EX, SX, and SX-Prestige AWD. The SX AWD X-Pro and SX-Prestige AWD X-Pro add another dimension to the extensive lineup. A wide range of unique exterior hues provides ample room for individual expression.

A Lambda V6 continues as the Telluride’s powertrain. This produces 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. That’s controlled by a smart 8-speed automatic transmission. A 4-wheel suspension assists handling and ensures excellent ride quality.

LX Telluride prices start at $35,990 MSRP. With the number of standard driver aids, this is quite a bargain. To take some of the driving duties, every Telluride has semi-automated Highway Driving Assist, Lane Following Assist and Smart Cruise Control with its unique Curve capability. This SCC works with navigation to anticipate curves and slow just as a person would.

With its watchful sensors and cameras, Forward collision avoidance assistance (FCA) includes junction-turning safety as well as watching for pedestrians, cyclists and stopping traffic ahead. To avoid common side-crash scenarios, the family SUV has a lane keeping assist and a blind spot monitor. The rear cross traffic alert includes an avoidance assist that many brands aren’t offering. Intelligent Speed Limit Assist helps drivers stay aware when the limit goes up or down.

SX Tellurides provide even more advanced features, including Highway Driving Assist 2. The FCA system adds an evasive steering assist. It can watch for oncoming traffic during lane changes and at junction crossing. A lane change side system strengthens what the blind spot monitor is doing.

In fact, there’s a blind-spot view monitor that sends a live feed to the screen. This way, even if the Telluride is packed tightly with people and cargo, the driver always has a way to see what’s behind the vehicle. For better parking maneuvers and for trail rides, there’s a Surround View Monitor. The SX Telluride price starts at $45,790 MSRP.

With a 12.3-inch navigation touchscreen, new Telluride SUVs are ready to connect their owners to a wide array of entertainment and information. Even better, this horizontal display is easy on the eyes.

These systems use artificial intelligence to learn from the driver. This allows the multimedia device to personalize more responses, assisting the driver better and making the whole process as seamless as possible. Connected routing, for instance, learns the driver’s routines and can assist with fact-based predictions on travel, road conditions, delays, and driver habits.

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay let you stream your favorite smartphone apps to the large screen. Plus your phone or smartwatch is likely to be compatible with the Kia Connect Digital Key.

A 4.2-inch color display provides the driver with important information. The Telluride SX and higher trims add a 12.3-inch horizontal instrument digital cluster behind the steering wheel. This dual screen approach easily challenges much more expensive luxury SUVs.

The layout continues to be standard 8-person seating on the LX and EX. The 7-person layout is standard on the S, SX and SX Prestige trims. Dual-zone climate controls and rear automatic temperature controls are standard on the LX base trim.

Upholstery choices include a rich SynTex, supple leather, and premium Nappa leather. Interior color packages include Mahogany, Terracotta and Sage Green, among others.

This family ride is perfect for teenagers. Second-row passengers have an incredible 42.3 inches of legroom. The front seats are power ventilated on EX trim levels and higher grades. Even better, the SX Prestige adds power-cool capability to the the second-row Captain’s chairs.

Parents will appreciate the use of Driver Talk to chat with the kids on the back row. An exclusive Quiet Mode blocks the multimedia from the back row while providing ample audio for the driver and front seat passenger. This way the navigation system can’t disturb a sleeping baby.

Your current ride can provide a down payment on your Telluride purchase. Find out how much its worth with this Kelley Blue Book valuation tool.

With the new Telluride X-Line and X-Pro trim levels, the family SUV can handle more adventurous off-roading. A self-leveling rear suspension helps protect the vehicle and its occupants from bumps and dips.

With 8.4 inches of ground clearance, it stands above the rest of the Telluride lineup. Plus it has sharper angles of approach and departure.An all-wheel drive lock is added to the AWD system. This lets the driver split the power evenly between the four wheels when taking to the trail. It establishes grip on desert sand or rocky terrain.

The X-Line and X-Pro trims were introduced to enhance the off-roading prowess of the Telluride. These trims boast better ground clearance, improved handling, and trail-ready features like a self-leveling rear suspension and bridge-type rails for roof hauling.

If you want to enjoy more views of the southwest, look up. The Telluride offers an Open Skies Dual Sunroof that allows for open air on a cool spring day.

Is the 2024 Kia Telluride the best 3 row Family SUV? That’s always a matter of debate, but we can tell you that this Kia 3 Row SUV earns many awards and accolades from critics. Plus, Kia was named the Best SUV Brand by US News and World Report.

Tellurides enjoyed a fourth year as the Top 3 Row SUV for Families, also at US News. Money Magazine handed the Telluride its 3-Row SUV Best Overall and 3-Row SUV Best Value Awards. In fact, value is something repeated over and over by critics when discussing the Telluride.

SlashGear named it Best Family SUV in its top ten awards, The Telluride was evaluated on everything from performance to its after-purchase expenses. Plus, these Kia 3 Row SUVs earned Favorite Family Vehicle at the Midwest AMA Spring Rally. Good Housekeeping named them the Best Mid Size 3-Row SUV of 2023.

Named a Car and Driver Editors’ Choice in its class, the Telluride is on the magazine’s 10 Best Trucks and SUVs List as well. Last but not least, the 2023 Telluride earned Top Safety Pick Plus in crash testing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

To find out more, it’s easy. Just schedule a test drive Or simply drop by your Earnhardt Kia dealer serving Peoria and Phoenix AZ drivers.