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2020 Kia Telluride

model. 2020 Kia Telluride

price.  $32,735

as equipped. $46,860 (SX with Prestige pack)

seating/style. 7 or 8 seating/large SUV

engine. 3.8L 6-cylinder

transmission. 8-speed automatic

driveline. FWD or AWD

available. now

also shop: Hyundai Palisade, Buick Enclave, Subaru Ascent

The Kia Telluride is worthy of its namesake, as it's a hell of a ride. Strong proportions pull in the viewer, with wide shoulders, a square back, and sinewy lines. The rectangular LED headlamps attract attention, with people coming to see more of this all-new seven-seater from a brand sometimes known – unfairly – only for value. Let me be the first to tell you Kia is so much more than value. 

The interior is nothing short of sumptuous, evoking a Mercedes feel offering high-end textures and materials like Nappa leather seat trim, heated and cooled seats, and standard key safety features.  The ride is smooth, with a wide, planted track offsetting the high roof line and providing the Telluride with a smaller driving feel belying the seven or eight-seat capacity. 

A 3.8L 6-cylinder engine powers the Telluride mated efficiently to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Stated fuel economy is 19 city, 24 highway, 21 combined but I clocked a very satisfying 25.5 MPG over 186 miles and still had 200 miles of range. 

If you need a seven-seater SUV, the Telluride is well worth your consideration. Spring for the $41,490 SX if your budget allows but the $37,090 EX will do nicely too.

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