Strutting its stuff earlier this year at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the Kia Telluride is poised to hit dealerships later in 2019, and now we’re getting the low-down on how much it’ll cost. Long story short, the 2020 Kia Telluride offers tons of features and equipment for not a whole lot of scratch, starting at $31,690, and tagged at $41,490 for the range-topper.
Packed With People, Packed With Toys
Let’s start with this SUV’s exterior, which is draped in one of six paint options. Under the arches is a standard set of 18-inch alloy wheels, while 20-inch wheels are optional. LED headlights and fog lights are offered higher in the range.
Moving into the cabin, you’ll find seating for up to eight passengers, with a seven-passenger configuration offered with dual captain’s chairs for the third row. There’s also Nappa leather in three unique colors for the upholstery. We think the layout looks great, and it also includes an optional stand-up 10.25-inch touchscreen on the dash, plus a heads-up display.
On the tech front, the Telluride comes with standard Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, as well as an optional Blind Spot View Monitor and Highway Driving Assist (basically adaptive cruise control).
Mounted in the nose is a 3.8-liter V-6 making 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. Cog swaps are handled by a standard eight-speed automatic transmission connecting to the front axle.
All told, there are four trims on offer, which are listed below with their respective MSRP and standout features:
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2020 Kia Telluride LX |
$31,690 |
18-inch wheels, LED positioning lamps, reverse warning, leather-wrapped steering wheel, six USB ports |
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2020 Kia Telluride S |
$33,990 |
20-inch wheels, roof rails, premium grille and exterior trim, sunroof, heated front seats |
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2020 Kia Telluride EX |
$37,090 |
18-inch wheels, leather upholstery, 10.25-inch touchscreen display, first-row ventilated seats, Smart Power Liftgate |
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2020 Kia Telluride SX |
$41,490 |
20-inch wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, Harman Kardon stereo, interior mood lighting, surround view monitor |
Finally, Kis is offering the SX Prestige Option Package for $4,000, which adds in the all-wheel drive drivetrain, Nappa leather seat trim, a premium headliner and trim, a heads-up display, second-row heated and ventilated seats, and a heated steering wheel.
Sales for the 2020 Kia Telluride kick off later this year.
Everything But The Kitchen Sink
Seriously folks, this thing offers a ton of features for not a whole lot of money.
Competitors include the Subaru Ascent and the Toyota Highlander. Take either of those models and throw in all the features offered by the top-trim Telluride, and you’re likely to pay thousands more.
On paper, that makes the Kia very tempting indeed. Of course, there’s more to an SUV beyond the feature list, but so far, so good.
2020 Kia Telluride drivetrain specifications
Further Reading
Read our full review on the 2020 Kia Telluride.
Read our full review on the 2016 Kia Telluride Concept.