Large, bold, capable and comfortable, the midsize Kia Telluride SUV opens the door to exploring in a whole new way. Imagined in America, designed at Kia’s design studio in California, and assembled in Georgia , the Telluride is all about big skies, desert roads, mountain passes, shady forests, smooth highways, and long coastal drives. The largest Kia ever, it provides comfortable seating for up to eight, a powerful 291-hp 3.8-litre V6, available active on-demand all-wheel drive, and an inspiring view of the world. In short, the Kia Telluride offers potential for exploration and adventure every time it’s on the road. Telluride is the first Kia designed specifically for the U.S. and is a product of the Kia Design Center in Irvine, CA. From the first pencil stroke it was meant to convey the kind of presence associated with the original legendary SUVs – big, bold and boxy – and the go-anywhere, do-anything attitude their square, burly-shouldered shapes suggested. The Kia Telluride’s sophisticated exterior accents also hint at its interior luxury.
Kia Telluride is engineered to be capable in a variety of driving conditions and provide a driving experience that is enjoyable and confidence-inspiring. Among the many factors that contribute to the Telluride’s composed ride and performance:
Atkinson Cycle LAMBDA II 3.8L V6 GDI engine producing 291 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,200 rpm
8-speed automatic transmission
Four-wheel independent suspension
Strong, stiff, and torsionally rigid body structure due to the monocoque shell that is composed of 59.4 perc ent advanced high-strength steel
Self-leveling rear suspension. Ride height is automatically calibrated depending on vehicle load to optimise control and stability (optional on EX and SX)
Choice of four drive modes – Smart, Eco, Sport and Comfort – each using different settings for powertrain, drivetrain, and steering effort mapping to provide the desired driving experience. In addition to the four regular drive modes, drivers can select from two different settings, Snow and AWD Lock, for specific driving conditions.
Available active on-demand all-wheel drive2 helps provide enhanced driving performance by actively distributing torque between front and rear wheels depending on road conditions and driver input. The system utilises electro-hydraulic AWD coupling to precisely activate the multi-plate clutch plate, constantly redistributing the amount of power transferred to the front and rear wheels. During normal driving, power is distributed according to the drive mode selected. “Eco” and “Smart” modes deliver 100 per cent power to the front wheels. “Comfort” and “Snow” modes deliver 80 per cent power to the front wheels and 20 per cent to rear. Sport mode splits the power 65-35 per cent between front and back. “Lock” mode delivers power evenly to all four wheels
Standard towing rated up to 5,000 pounds
Planning the Telluride interior, Kia designers set out to create an upscale cabin with an abundance of premium materials, attention to detail, and an array of convenient features including:
Available double-stitched, quilted and extra-padded Nappa leather trim upholstery
Simulated brushed metal and matte-finished wood
Interior hooks to keep packs and bags off floor and away from feet
Available heated and ventilated first- and second-row seats
Ceiling-mounted second-row climate control
HVAC diffusing ceiling vents provide wider spread of airflow for increased comfort
Reclining third-row seats
Leather-wrapped, tilt and telescoping steering wheel
Available heated steering wheel
Kia Telluride is packed with high-tech, advanced automotive technology, including the “Kia Drive Wise” suite of Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, and a long list of standard and optional equipment, highlights of which are listed below:
Available 10.25-inch color touchscreen with rear view monitor and parking guidance
Available 630-watt, 10-speaker Harman/Kardon audio system (AM/FM/SiriusXM ) with Quantum Logic Surround Sound and Clari-Fi
Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
Available wireless smartphone charging
Available six total USB charging ports – two in each row. Five ports is standard
Available multi-Bluetooth wireless connectivity allows two phones to connect simultaneously
7 airbags (dual front advanced air bags, dual front seat-mounted side air bags, side curtain air bags with rollover sensor, driver’s side knee air bag)
Vehicle Safety Systems
Antilock braking
Vehicle stability management
Downhill brake control
Electronic stability control
Hill-start assist control
Tire pressure monitoring system
“Kia Drive Wise” Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian detection (FCA)
High Beam Assist (HBA) (available)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R)
Blind Spot View Monitor (BVM) (available)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
Parking Distance Warning – Forward (available) and Reverse
Surround View Monitor (SVM) (available)
Highway Driving Assist (HDA): Uses radar and LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging Radar) systems to interpret lane markings so the vehicle can control steering, acceleration and braking to automatically adjust distance from the vehicle detected ahead. HDA is also designed to recognise speed limits on federal highways and adjust speed accordingly (available)
Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (BCA-R): A camera is designed to track vehicle lane changes and, if it detects an object in the intended path, the BCA-R system applies brake pressure to the front wheel of the opposite side to help maintain the previous course
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA): An extension of Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW), RCCA may apply brakes if an impending impact is detected
Lane Following Assist (LFA): When Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go is activated, LFA is designed to monitor lane markings to help keep the Telluride centered in its lane
Safe Exit Assist (SEA) : In certain situations, if the system detects an object approaching from the rear, SEA will override attempts to deactivate Electronic Child Safety Lock until the detected object has passed
Head-Up Display: Added information makes this system especially useful. Provides turn-by-turn navigation, speed and local speed limits, smart cruise control and blind-spot warnings (available)
Driver Talk: Uses a microphone to enhance communication with second- and third-row passengers (available)
Quiet Mode: Cuts audio output in second and third row so the audio choices of the front occupants are only heard in that row (available)
Rear Occupant Alert : Uses ultrasonic sensors designed to detect child or pet movement in the second and third row after the car’s doors have been locked and then can issue audible alerts to the driver
Kia Telluride is equipped with the UVO telematics system featuring an embedded modem that allows Telluride drivers to monitor and control a number of vehicle operations, including:
Remote start and door lock (standard)
Pre-condition the vehicle cabin temperature prior to use (only on EX and SX trims)
“Send-to-Car” points of interest (POI) and waypoints: If the vehicle is equipped with navigation, owners will be able to plan a road trip remotely and send it to the navigation system
Rear Occupant Alert: Uses sensors designed to detect a passenger in the rear cabin. If a rear passenger is detected and the driver leaves the vehicle, the vehicle will follow a series of steps to notify the driver, initially through a vehicle cluster message, and then through vehicle alarm initiation and subsequent SMS/Push message to the owner’s smart phone if they are enrolled through the UVO app
2020 Kia Telluride
