2024 Kia Telluride: The Standout Three-Row SUV

Kia's rugged Telluride SUV hauler continues to impress with its excellent packaging

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00:00The Kia Telluride remains one of our favorite 3-row SUVs, carrying over into 2024 with minimal

00:17changes after a successful refresh last year.

00:20Rugged styling, excellent packaging, and plenty of tech help the 2024 Telluride stand out

00:26in its segment.

00:29New for 2024 are amber daytime running lights and gloss black exterior accents for the X-Line

00:36and X-Pro trims, adding a touch of flair to this already stylish SUV.

00:42Inside, the Telluride offers an adventure-ready and user-friendly design.

00:48First and second row seating is supremely comfortable, and there are plenty of clever

00:52storage cubbies for everyday convenience.

00:55The balanced mix of physical and touchscreen buttons is a plus.

01:00Performance-wise, the Telluride is equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 291 horsepower

01:07and 262 pound-feet of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

01:13While the engine's power is adequate, its fuel economy is just average.

01:18Perhaps Kia will introduce a Telluride Hybrid someday.

01:22For those seeking off-road capability, the X-Line and X-Pro trims are available.

01:28The X-Line is primarily an appearance package, while the X-Pro adds all-terrain tires and

01:34increases towing capacity to 5,500 pounds.

01:38However, in our tests, the X-Pro is also more show-than-go for off-road driving.

01:46Safety is a strong suit for the Telluride.

01:48The 2024 model earns a Top Safety Pick Plus rating from IIHS and a 5-star score from NHGSA.

01:57The Kia DriveWise Safety Suite includes features like blind-spot detection, lane-keeping assist,

02:03and adaptive cruise control, among others.

02:06The Telluride offers impressive interior space, along with easy access to the second and third

02:11row seats.

02:13Rear row space is also generous, measuring at 87 cubic feet with the second and third

02:19row seats folded down.

02:21Every 2024 Telluride has a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

02:29Higher-end trims offer a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a head-up display.

02:35Some of those high-end trims also come with a Harman Kardon audio system for premium sound.

02:41There are 10 Telluride trims to choose from, and the EX, which starts at around $43,000,

02:48is our recommended pick.

02:50It includes heated and ventilated front seats and leather upholstery.

02:54The SX trim, at just over $47,000, adds dual sunroofs, second-row captain's chairs, and

03:01a premium audio system.

03:03After last year's major overhaul, the Telluride continues to impress with its great ride and

03:09handling for a vehicle of this size.

03:12It's one of the best SUVs in its class, and we're glad Kia isn't messing with its winning

03:17formula.

03:18For more detailed reviews and information, visit Motor Trend's Buyer's Guide.