I just got a 2024 Kia Telluride almost a month ago. We upgraded from a 2013 Kia Sorento (that lasted us 11 years/140k miles). So far I absolutely LOVE the telluride as far as interior space and the way it drives. My biggest concern/complaint though… while the interior looks very nice and luxurious it all feels really cheap. Like everything from the synthetic leather seats to the cup holders for second row passengers to basically any thing plastic, it just doesn’t feel durable. Considering it’s a family car this is a major downfall because kids are rough on stuff. So happy my kids are officially out of car seats/boosters because the material of the telluride seats don’t feel like they will hold up well to car seats (especially if you take them in and out of the car often). So be prepared to order a lot of protective gear for the interior if you have young kids.
I currently own a Kia Sorento all the way from 2008, i just love the way it looks and demands respect on the streets and I'm seriously considering upgrading to a telluride too
When I sat in the grand highlander, the Pilot, the Traverse (new 2024), Grand Cherokee L, and the Palisade...THOSE all felt cheaper than the Kia. To each their own.
"It's a smart application of a really worth-while technology." Any credentials you might've once had as an automotive journalist just went out the window with that statement. By now, EVERYONE knows that engine start-stop features are a complete joke. It has every reason to be hated by drivers. The amount of wheel reinvention that was required to make it work was ridiculous for the tiny benefit it provided. Much as I'm not an electric car guy (until they greatly improve, at least), even I can agree that, if you're going to buy a car with a start-stop function, you really should be buying a hybrid instead. A hybrid is going to offer much more OVERALL environmental benefit versus start-stop and you're adding just a few more additions to the system. Start-stop adds a ton of complexity for a lot of grief and a trivial environmental benefit by comparison. Also, hybrids have reached a point where the tech is much more reliable and easier to service. Full electric vehicles, on the other hand, are STILL a complete joke except for a very select few drivers who live in a sweet spot where they have unlimited access to conveniently located fast chargers and, for that matter, never go far from home. Until you can charge one up in the same time it takes to fill your tank with gas and for less money, they're not even a consideration for 99% of us.
😂😂😂 I just looked at all the 3 row offerings and the Grand Highlander was by far the most quality. Kia’s look so tacky and cheap in person. Black gloss is so ugly. It’s the ship lap of car design.
@@johnlocke3481 no it’s not. Only a fangirl says the grand highlander is quality. The Toyota has significantly more hard plastics than the Kia and you can tell the Kia looks more upscale
When it’s in park, it still had the tendency to roll and I heard they expect YOU to pay for it but will reimburse you. Hell NO! And I really liked them but now I don’t I want one. SMH!
These look so “ghetto” in person. Really wanted to love it, but it’s just tacky shiny toy plastic looking. Not sure who they are popular with or why. The interior is cool, but when I see these I kind of cringe at who would buy them 😅
In person the whole car is ugly as hell tbh. It looks soooo cheap and tacky. Black rims were never attractive and they really aren’t doing this any favors
@@David-by4jf 🤣🤣🤣 your such a bum stop talking to me. Just picked up my brand new 2024 genesis fully loaded today actually so this is hilarious 🤡🤡 my opinion has nothing to do with you do mind your business
I just got a 2024 Kia Telluride almost a month ago. We upgraded from a 2013 Kia Sorento (that lasted us 11 years/140k miles). So far I absolutely LOVE the telluride as far as interior space and the way it drives. My biggest concern/complaint though… while the interior looks very nice and luxurious it all feels really cheap. Like everything from the synthetic leather seats to the cup holders for second row passengers to basically any thing plastic, it just doesn’t feel durable. Considering it’s a family car this is a major downfall because kids are rough on stuff. So happy my kids are officially out of car seats/boosters because the material of the telluride seats don’t feel like they will hold up well to car seats (especially if you take them in and out of the car often). So be prepared to order a lot of protective gear for the interior if you have young kids.
I currently own a Kia Sorento all the way from 2008, i just love the way it looks and demands respect on the streets and I'm seriously considering upgrading to a telluride too
When I sat in the grand highlander, the Pilot, the Traverse (new 2024), Grand Cherokee L, and the Palisade...THOSE all felt cheaper than the Kia. To each their own.
Im so glad you said that. We just checked out the kia and hyundai offerings and they all look and feel so cheap and low quality.
@@jacoponoris9790 My wife and I still have our 2018 Sorento, but we traded in my Stinger for a Telluride last week. No regrets.
I have 2 toddlers and the 23 telluride xline when it first release. I haven't has any issues with the interior (terracotta) no issue.
Hated the amber lights before and still hate them with the upgrade. The 2023 white ones were nice
Thanks for this!! Great review! Getting ours next month on the lot!
"It's a smart application of a really worth-while technology."
Any credentials you might've once had as an automotive journalist just went out the window with that statement. By now, EVERYONE knows that engine start-stop features are a complete joke. It has every reason to be hated by drivers. The amount of wheel reinvention that was required to make it work was ridiculous for the tiny benefit it provided.
Much as I'm not an electric car guy (until they greatly improve, at least), even I can agree that, if you're going to buy a car with a start-stop function, you really should be buying a hybrid instead. A hybrid is going to offer much more OVERALL environmental benefit versus start-stop and you're adding just a few more additions to the system. Start-stop adds a ton of complexity for a lot of grief and a trivial environmental benefit by comparison.
Also, hybrids have reached a point where the tech is much more reliable and easier to service.
Full electric vehicles, on the other hand, are STILL a complete joke except for a very select few drivers who live in a sweet spot where they have unlimited access to conveniently located fast chargers and, for that matter, never go far from home. Until you can charge one up in the same time it takes to fill your tank with gas and for less money, they're not even a consideration for 99% of us.
Awesome and well-detailed review!
For $54k did they fix all the fire hazard issues? I think trailer hitch?
Trail hitch causing fire isn’t the same as engines catching fire
Best SUV in my opinion, I have Audi Q5 and it's tiny, Q5 back seat (2nd row) is a joke. I am getting this car.
I love Amber light !
Chased it and caught it! Love it!
I have a ‘24 forte with wireless carplay.. i’m surprised they put it on a cheaper sedan and not a nicer suv like the telluride
IMO the 2024 hyundai sante fe is better
My favorite is the windoes
Walsh Shores
good review
Still the best in class
Rip to the grand highlander and TX who failed miserably as usual to compete with the best
All pros no cons
I love my telluride
😂😂😂 I just looked at all the 3 row offerings and the Grand Highlander was by far the most quality. Kia’s look so tacky and cheap in person. Black gloss is so ugly. It’s the ship lap of car design.
@@johnlocke3481 no it’s not. Only a fangirl says the grand highlander is quality. The Toyota has significantly more hard plastics than the Kia and you can tell the Kia looks more upscale
Good video.
Needs a little more ground clearance.
KIA Has just issued a recall order with its Telluride model?
thinking of getting one, could you tell me the reason for the recall?
When it’s in park, it still had the tendency to roll and I heard they expect YOU to pay for it but will reimburse you. Hell NO! And I really liked them but now I don’t I want one. SMH!
@kaseymekail609 only for certain ones....I had mine for 2 plus years no issue and I just upgraded to a 2024 .....
@@kaseymekail609 Just took mine in for that issue and no charge.
Rolfson Meadows
Mackenzie Harbor
54k for a korean vehicle that has issues early on...nope. I'm fine with my acura 2008 still pushing at 250,000 miles
Saw one at the dealers today - $72K loaded.
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These look so “ghetto” in person. Really wanted to love it, but it’s just tacky shiny toy plastic looking. Not sure who they are popular with or why. The interior is cool, but when I see these I kind of cringe at who would buy them 😅
The front and rear lights are so ugly.
In person the whole car is ugly as hell tbh. It looks soooo cheap and tacky. Black rims were never attractive and they really aren’t doing this any favors
Isi j
Wiegand Tunnel
companies need to stop putting that long screen across. It looks ugly and it shouldn't be a trend.
Cry about it.
no the long screen looks beautiful. u just cant afford it lol
@@David-by4jf 🤣🤣🤣 your such a bum stop talking to me. Just picked up my brand new 2024 genesis fully loaded today actually so this is hilarious 🤡🤡 my opinion has nothing to do with you do mind your business
@@dyl6085 I really wish you could post pictures on UA-cam 😂😂 I would post the new car I just got today so we can see who’s crying
@@bayodaman u say it is ugly but yet u bought it? sure lol
go drive ur 2006 civic