Kia’s 2024 Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD Rivals the Very Best In Its Segment, and It Is Not An Accident

Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - What Is It?
The Telluride is a full-size, three-row SUV. SX-Prestige means it is a top trim. V6 is the engine layout. AWD means all-wheel drive. Our was set up with 2-2-3 seating for a total of seven comfortable spots. 

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Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - Price
Our Telluride has a price that includes Inland Freight and Handling, but not including dealer Doc fees and added content of $54,540. Given the long list of features this trim offers, we feel this price is a bargain. (in the context of today's inflated dollar)

Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - What Powers It?
The Telluride is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine that uses regular unleaded fuel. It is mated to an 8-speed geared transmission. The vehicle has an EPA-estimated 20 MPG Combined rating, and we confirmed that fuel economy in cold winter testing. The range is 376 miles between fill-ups. 

Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - How Does It Drive?
The satisfying driving experience is the reason to buy the Telluride. It is smooth and steady in all circumstances. It’s large, but fits in a normal parking space and a modern garage. Outward visibility is excellent, and we found no blind spots. Despite tall, low-profile tires, the ride is not overly stiff. The Telluride never feels burdensome in its operation. Kia has done a great job of making this vehicle drive smaller than it is. 

Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - Notable Features
The Telluride has second-row captains’ chairs with heat. There is a spare tire under the vehicle. In our testing, Android Auto worked flawlessly. 

Kia Telluride SX- Prestige X-Line V6 AWD - Conclusion
The Kia Telluride is now tied for our favorite vehicle in its class with the Hyundai Palisade. This is the “just right” formula many shoppers of three-row SUVs are searching for. The outstanding 10-year, 100 K-mile warranty for first owners is an excellent bonus to a great vehicle. 

Image of Telluride courtesy of Kia. Image of spare tire by John Goreham.

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