2020 Kia Telluride SX AWD

2020 Kia Telluride SX Sport Utility * 3.8 Liter 6 Cylinder Engine * All Wheel Drive * 3rd Row Seating * Panoramic Sunroof * Leather Interior * Heated Seats * Numerous Luxury & Safety Features * New PA Inspections * Excellent Condition * Easy Financing * Trades are Welcome!OverviewHead-turning designRoomy enough for a familyLegitimately Upscale SX Prestige PackageModern infotainment & Safety Tech#1 in Best Midsize SUVs for 2020Big, 3-row SUVs are popular with American families, so Kia created the all-new 2020 Telluride specifically for that audience. Designed in Irvine, California, and assembled in West Point, Georgia, the new Telluride checks nearly every box on a typical family's SUV wish list.Seating up to eight people, the Telluride has a standard V6 engine and either front-wheel or all-wheel drive (FWD, AWD). Boxy but handsome, the Telluride's styling punches above its price point, looking more like a luxury SUV. Safety is baked right in, and Kia endows the Telluride with the latest in driving-assistance, collision-avoidance, and infotainment technologies.This segment is loaded with competitors. Kia aims the new Telluride at the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Volkswagen Atlas, among others.Nevertheless, it's the 2020 Kia Telluride that seems to be winning all the awards. Most recently, the new Kia SUV shut out some of the best vehicles ever to compete for the World Car of the Year honors to take home the 2020 trophy as the best.Driving the Kia TellurideThe 2020 Kia Telluride was originally reviewed in western Colorado, driving the SUV to the ski resort town that is its namesake. A day later, reviewers embarked on a road trip from the Grand Junction area to southern California by way of Moab, Utah, and the Monument Valley region.Driving included gooey mud trails, 2-lane canyon roads, plenty of highway, and travel in and around the Los Angeles metroplex. Colorado even tossed in a sudden late-spring snowstorm for good measure, covering the front of the Telluride with a layer of ice and snow that rendered all of its advanced driving-assistance systems (ADAS) inoperable. In short, the Telluride impressed almost as much as the epic scenery.How fast is the Kia Telluride?Kia does not quote a 0-60-mph acceleration time for the Telluride. However, based on testing, the SUV had no trouble climbing mountain grades at elevation, accelerating to merge onto freeways, or cruising on the Interstate at 80 mph.In traffic and in town, the engine's relatively high torque peak posed no problems. Switching between the drivetrain's different modes produced perceptible changes in vehicle behavior, with Sport providing the quickest and most satisfying throttle response.Additionally, the 8-speed automatic transmission never gets a shift wrong, and when choosing a gear the selector feels both solid and sophisticated in your hand, reminding you of the SUV's underlying quality.Does the Kia Telluride get good gas mileage?In the midsize, 3-row SUV segment, the new 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid and 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid are the gas-mileage champs, scoring in the high-20-mpg range according to the EPA.Telluride competitors with 4-cylinder gas engines are also more efficient than the Telluride, based on official EPA estimates. But in daily driving these smaller engines often work harder and frequently consume more fuel than expected.Paired against most V6-powered competitors, the Telluride matches the competition for efficiency. In testing of an all-wheel-drive version, an overall average of 20 mpg met expectations. Also, note that the automatic stop/start technology is barely perceptible as it goes about its work.How does the Kia Telluride handle?Equipped with standard Torque Vectoring Cornering Control and the SX trim's larger 20-inch aluminum wheels, the Telluride handles well for a 2-ton box on wheels.On the high-speed curves of Colorado 141, the Telluride proved secure and capable, instilling confidence in its driver. Traveling through deeper slush as it accumulated on the highway, drivers appreciated the SUV's inherent sure-footedness, Snow driving mode, and active all-wheel-drive system.Around town, the Telluride drives smaller than it looks, proving easy to whip into parking spaces with conviction. Compliant suspension tuning helps to absorb road imperfections, adding a layer of isolation in cities and suburbs.How does the Kia Telluride ride on the highway?With the Telluride, Kia wanted to make sure the SUV delivered both capable handling and a comfortable long-distance ride quality. The company succeeded, and the Telluride SX gobbles up highway miles with graceful ease while providing a supremely quiet ride.How does the Kia Telluride perform off-road?In Colorado, we had a chance to try the Telluride's AWD Lock and Downhill Brake Control systems. The trail we drove, recently drenched by rain, featured inches-deep mud the consistency of plaster.Under normal situations, we'd never have attempted the route. But with Kia serving as backup in the event we got stuck, we headed off into the great unknown, slipping, slithering and sliding our way into a canyon. The Telluride took it all in stride, its eight inches of ground clearance keeping the underside out of the mire and the Downhill Brake Control limiting speed on steeper descents.During a drive to Los Angeles, reviewers explored dirt roads near Moab and Monument Valley, which posed no challenges to the Telluride.Are the Kia Telluride's driving-assistance systems helpful?Overall, the suite of technologies underneath the Kia Drive Wise umbrella operates with greater accuracy, refinement and sophistication than competitors equipped with older ADAS platforms.In particular, Highway Driving Assist (HDA) came in handy during multi-hour slogs down the Interstate. The adaptive cruise control easily managed the gap between our Telluride and traffic ahead, and HDA left reviewers feeling refreshed after hundreds of miles of driving at a time. It worked well on 2-lane roads, too, as long as the pavement had lane markings on both sides.If you let go of the steering wheel and let HDA do its thing, it will accurately keep to the center of the lane of travel for up to about a minute. After that, audible and visual alerts prompt the driver to place his or her hands back on the steering wheel.Is the Kia Telluride fun to drive?Thanks to a stiff vehicle architecture, deft suspension tuning, a responsive drivetrain, accurate steering and faithful brakes, the Kia Telluride is enjoyable to drive. You won't feel like you'd rather be almost anywhere else while you're sitting in the comfortable driver's seat.Interior ComfortEquipped with comfortable seats, an expansive view out, and quality materials, the Kia Telluride is a great place in which to pile on the miles. Purposely designed to feel open and airy, there is a sense of width to this Kia, even if the SUV doesn't drive that way.Does the Kia Telluride have a nice interior?With LX and S trims, the Telluride is equipped with Kia's Sofino Leatherette upholstery. Real leather is standard with EX and SX trims. In all Tellurides, Kia uses soft-touch materials in the right places, with the rest of the cabin trimmed in the hard, somewhat glossy plastic that is typical of the segment.Upgrade to the Telluride SX with the Prestige Package, and the cabin takes on a decidedly luxurious look and feel. Attractively patterned premium Nappa leather graces the seating, and is available in three colors. The SUV also gets a suede-like headliner and simulated-wood trim that is nevertheless appealing.Are the Kia Telluride's controls easy to use?Fortunately, Kia designers like buttons and knobs. This makes it easier to find and use the stereo and climate controls, and to access primary infotainment-system menus.Kia also uses a traditional transmission shifter in the Telluride, which means you won't need to relearn how to change gears. And this familiar approach doesn't rob the Telluride of a center-console storage area, a common reason other companies cite for switching to alternative-transmission designs.Is the Kia Telluride's infotainment system easy to use?Especially when equipped with the larger 10.25-inch touch-screen display that comes with the EX and SX trim levels, the Telluride's infotainment system is easy to reference, reach and use. It offers an intuitive user experience, quick response to input, and is one of the better systems available today.Is the Kia Telluride comfortable?The more expensive the Telluride, the more comfortable the SUV is. A 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat is standard with S and EX trims, while the SX gets 12-way adjustment. The front-passenger's seat features 8-way-power adjustment with EX and SX trims.Heated front seats are standard in all but the base Telluride LX. The Telluride EX adds ventilated front seats and rear side-window sunshades, while the SX with the Prestige Package equips the SUV with heated and ventilated 2nd-row seats.There is plenty of room in both the front and second row of seats. However, if you plan to use the 3rd-row bench you'll likely need to slide the 2nd-row seats forward to make extra room.Can adults fit in the Kia Telluride's 3rd-row seat?Yes, adults can fit into the Telluride's 3rd-row seat.Is the Kia Telluride's cargo area useful?If you're going to use the Telluride's 3rd-row seat on a regular basis, you'll have access to 21 cubic feet of space behind it. That sounds like plenty, but that figure includes a storage bin underneath the load floor and assumes you're going to stack stuff to the roof. Nobody packs an SUV like that.Most people with 3-row SUVs keep the third row folded down. In the Telluride, that action results in 46 cubic feet of volume, which is plenty.Fold the 2nd-row seats down, and this Kia can swallow 87 cubic feet of cargo. For comparison, a Chevrolet Tahoe holds no more than 94.7 cubic feet, and pricing for that traditional full-size SUV starts right where a loaded Telluride SX Prestige leaves off.What else should I know about the Kia Telluride?With the UVO Link Plus service package, you can access a Find My Car feature. If you've forgotten where you parked, or you simply want to know where the Telluride is, you can find it via the Kia Access smartphone app.Exterior StylingKia's design department is firing on all cylinders, and that's evident in the Telluride's crisply tailored design.According to Kurt Kahl, the Telluride's lead designer, Kia made this SUV boxy on purpose. The goal was to avoid the rounded appearance of most modern crossover SUVs, with the intention of giving the Telluride a 'wide, solid, and firmly planted' appearance that conveys 'power and stability.'Unsaid, but perhaps equally relevant, is that the Telluride's styling appeals to both men and women.If you want big wheels, get the S or SX trim, which features 20-inch upgrades over the smaller 18-inch rims on the LX and EX trim levels. The wheels on the S have a machined finish, while those on the SX get a trendy black finish. Kia also uses satin instead of bright chrome trim on the Telluride S and SX, while the SX features exclusive orange LED lighting around the stacked headlights for a more distinctive look.Favorite FeaturesDIFFUSION AIR VENTSThe Telluride includes overhead air vents specifically designed to diffuse airflow for more thorough interior heating and cooling. This, in combination with standard 2nd-row climate controls and side-window sunshades, helps to ensure everyone is comfortable.REAR OCCUPANT ALERTRear Occupant Alert warns a driver that a child or a pet might be in the Telluride's back seat. Using ultrasonic sensors that can detect movement within the Telluride, Rear Occupant Alert reminds a driver to check the back seat before leaving the SUV. If the driver ignores this reminder and locks the doors, the Telluride's horn will honk and the headlights will flash. An alert is also sent to the registered UVO Link owner's smartphone.DRIVER TALKDriver Talk is standard with EX and SX trims. Using a button on the steering wheel, the driver can communicate with 2nd- and 3rd-row passengers without yelling. The system amplifies the driver's voice through the SUV's stereo speakers.QUIET MODEStandard with EX and SX trims, Quiet Mode focuses stereo speaker sound on the front seats. This is helpful when people in the 2nd- and 3rd-row seats are sleeping or are occupied with their own forms of entertainment.Standard FeaturesThe 2020 Telluride comes in four trim levels: LX, S, EX and SX. Below, you'll find the major differences between each version of the SUV.What comes in the Kia Telluride LX?Though it is affordably priced, the least expensive version of the Telluride is well equipped. It comes with 18-inch aluminum wheels, dark tinted rear privacy glass, heated side mirrors and automatic headlights.Kia's Sofino Leatherette upholstery is standard, along with seating for eight people in three rows of seats. The manual air-conditioning system includes controls for 2nd-row passengers, while the tilt/telescopic steering wheel helps you to find a proper driving position.A touch-screen infotainment system is standard, featuring an 8-inch touch-screen display. It includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, along with Bluetooth connectivity. Five USB ports are sprinkled throughout the cabin. Every Telluride includes a free subscription to UVO Link services for the first year of ownership. Thereafter, only the basic package, UVO Link Lite, continues for free, providing a total of five years of service.The Telluride LX is equipped with a full slate of Drive Wise active driver-assistance and collision-avoidance technologies. Driver-attention monitoring, a rear-seat reminder system, and a safe-exit assist system are also standard.What comes in the Kia Telluride S?Usually, S trim denotes a sporty-looking Kia. With the Telluride, the S trim adds larger 20-inch aluminum wheels, upgraded exterior finishes, and roof rails. A power sunroof lets the sun shine in.Thanks to a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat and heated front seats, the Telluride S is more comfortable. Second-row captain's chairs are standard with the S trim, reducing passenger capacity to seven, but you can opt for a 2nd-row bench seat if that is preferable.What comes in the Kia Telluride EX?Choose the Telluride EX and you lose the big wheels of the Telluride S, but you gain a hands-free rear liftgate and power-folding side mirrors. The EX trim also has a unique 18-inch aluminum wheel design with a machined-finish surface.Sound-absorbing front-window glass promises a quieter interior, while leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, triple-zone automatic climate control, and 8-way-power adjustment for the front-passenger's seat deliver greater comfort. Passengers in the second row sit on a 3-person bench seat and get their own side-window sunshades.This version of the Telluride also includes a major upgrade in terms of technology. A larger 10.25-inch touch-screen infotainment system display dominates the SUV's dashboard, and it comes with enhanced UVO Link services, multi-device Bluetooth pairing, and a wireless smartphone charger. Driver Talk and Quiet Mode are also included in the Telluride EX.In the Telluride EX, Highway Driving Assist makes road tripping easier, using the adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist technology, and speed-limit information to make long-distance travel more comfortable.What comes in the Kia Telluride SX?You can tell the SX trim apart by its dark-finish 20-inch aluminum wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, and unique dual-sunroof design.Inside, the SX trim offers exclusive colors including Butterscotch, Espresso Brown and Dune Brown, in addition to the Black and Gray interiors of other models. Like the Telluride S and EX, the SX includes standard 2nd-row captain's chairs. You can't get a bench seat to replace them.This version of the Telluride has a 10-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system with digital music-restoration technology. Upgraded instrumentation with a larger driver-information display is also standard with SX trim, along with a surround-view camera system.Automatic high-beam headlights better illuminate the path forward after dark, and the Telluride SX features front parking-assist sensors. A camera-based Blind View Monitor shows the driver what is in the SUV's blind spots, displaying a live video feed within the instrumentation. This system supplements the Telluride's standard active blind-spot-monitoring system with collision-avoidance assist.Engine & TransmissionKia employs an Atkinson-cycle, direct-injected 3.8-liter V6 engine in every version of the Telluride. It whips up 291 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at a lofty 5,200 rpm, and includes a smoothly operating automatic start/stop system.An 8-speed automatic transmission delivers the power to the SUV's front wheels, unless you opt for the continually variable active all-wheel-drive system. It puts up to 35 percent of engine power to the Telluride's rear wheels. For light off-roading in adverse conditions, a Lock mode splits the power evenly between the front and rear wheels.Designed to maximize fuel efficiency, Atkinson-cycle engines typically trade low-speed power for better mileage. In the Telluride, However, the SUV's automatic transmission and menu of driving modes Eco, Normal, Sport, Smart, Snow effectively minimize any impact on low-speed responsiveness. During extensive testing of the SUV, the Telluride never felt sluggish when accelerating from a stop..Kia does include a Downhill Braking Control system for use while off-roading. In western Colorado, this technology was tested on wet trails covered in thick mud, and it proved an effective safety net.According to the EPA, a Telluride with AWD version ought to return 21 mpg. Equipped with an 18.8-gallon fuel tank, in typical conditions a Telluride should travel between 394 and 432 miles between stops at the gas station.An AWD test vehicle averaged 20 mpg during testing under typical conditions, giving an average range of 376 miles. On a multi-day trek from Grand Junction, Colorado to Los Angeles, the SUV returned as much as 25 mpg on the highway, or 470 miles between fill-ups.3.8-liter V6291 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm262 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 rpm8-speed automatic transmissionFuel tank size: 18.8 gallonsEPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined): 19/24/21 mpg (AWD)Driving range (city/highway/combined): 357/451/394 miles (AWD)10 Reasons to Buy with 100% Confidence:All Of Our Vehicles are Carfax Certified.All Transactions are 100% Transparent. 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