Is The 2020 Kia Telluride The New 3-Row SUV King?

[@danield.7359]

my feelings for Hyundai/Kia went from total rejection to silent admiration throughout the past 15 years.

[@shopwithaaron]

We traded a 2000 Camry for a 2011 CPO Optima LX with 33,000 mile and now we're in a '12 EX premium and '17 SXL and even working thru the recalls couldn't be more happy with our choices...still look back to see the suburb designs and execution....really love the Optima!!

[@WellnessWise92]

@@shopwithaaron but the sound insulation on that car is terrible! Very noisy cabin

[@jaredshelton4718]

@@WellnessWise92 Much better than the Accord or Camry though.

[@DRII-yv1yt]

@@jaredshelton4718 uh no! it looks better and thats it.

[@jaredshelton4718]

@@DRII-yv1yt uh no! It looks better, drives better, is overall better quality. That's it.

[@chico1014]

I don't understand why you say your disappointed that this Kia doesn't come with more standard features yet when you test an70 or 80 thousand dollar mercedes,bmw or audi which does not come with several of the features standard on the base Kia it's not a problem.Those premium cars should come with everything standard

[@stephenhendricks103]

European pricing strategies are very different from that of the Korean brands. European manufacturers rely on brand appeal/snobbery to make their stripped models appeal to those on tighter budgets and load them up with costly options for the vehicles that are actually sitting on dealer lots.

[@DragonKnightX12]

@@stephenhendricks103 I think their point still stands though. $80,000 you could get a Lincoln Navigator with a ton of standard features.

[@RPGTKingpin]

Mercedes is a disappointment by definition. To keep voicing such would be wasting time :P

[@neversettle8702]

It's not how you should compare features from one brand to another, but rather how they function. Compare the latest Iphone camera with the first Iphone camera and see the difference. Same thing with cars even when the have the same features, they work dramatically different. The germans just make the features way better than any other nation. This is from personal experience. I must admit!!

[@DragonKnightX12]

Heema Alshekhi I don’t know about that. Genesis has done a great job at matching the Germans. Dodge is starting to up their game too, that new Ram feels like the Germans made it with how well it handles and the quality of the interior. Their new infotainment is probably the best in the game right now, very crisp and clear and functional.

[@bigbulls6562]

Got my wife a Kia Sportage back in 07 243k and never been in the shop still running strong . I’ll definitely be looking into this vehicle real soon . Great job Kia

[@byugoi]

Are you for real? 243k and never needed repairs? I find that hard to believe

[@MTTech]

@@byugoi Kilometers or Miles?

[@dillbyy5516]

Big Bulls that’s a long commitment 😂

[@chriswhitey1978]

187k on my 2009 sportage manual Still use it daily for work

[@youdontknowmyname1475]

I have a 2008 Kia Sportage. About 180k miles. Only thing Ive had to fix was the alternator and thermostat. She's been running strong!

[@aniluzamarripa1769]

yesterday my family and i went to kia and instantly fell in love with the telluride. now we own a telluride in the color gray. it is honestly the best vehicle we've ever owned. very smooth ride with a lot of nice safety features. highly recommend it.

[@thenoon97]

You are who you just described. Funny to see such a stupid comment

[@Z3sty367]

@Captain Caveman Your username suits you well. You should remain there.

[@alexandergoldman]

@Captain Caveman its really unfortunate you slipped through the cracks of the education system. you sound like a bitter, lonely and troubled/disturbed individual. May you find peace

[@alexandergoldman]

@Captain Caveman but in other words, you sound like a real douchebag

[@alexandergoldman]

@Captain Caveman Oh look, the caveman has crawled out of his cave. Interesting assessment. I've minored in Psychology and believe I have a grasp on your condition too: DELUSIONAL DISORDER: Delusional disorder is a type of serious mental illness in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. Delusional disorder, previously called paranoid disorder, is a type of serious mental illness - called a “psychosis”- in which a person cannot tell what is real from what is imagined. The main feature of this disorder is the presence of delusions, which are unshakable beliefs in something untrue. People with delusional disorder experience non-bizarre delusions, which involve situations that could occur in real life, such as being followed, poisoned, deceived, conspired against, or loved from a distance. These delusions usually involve the misinterpretation of perceptions or experiences. In reality, however, the situations are either not true at all or highly exaggerated. People with delusional disorder often can continue to socialize and function quite normally, apart from the subject of their delusion, and generally do not behave in an obviously odd or bizarre manner. This is unlike people with other psychotic disorders, who also might have delusions as a symptom of their disorder. In some cases, however, people with delusional disorder might become so preoccupied with their delusions that their lives are disrupted. There are many centers in the U.S. that can help you caveman. Use Medicaid (if Trump doesn't completely mess it up). If you can't find help, maybe try the power of prayer. Godspeed

[@AkioWasRight]

Really looks premium for the category.

[@justincui]

After all, Kia is becoming the Mazda of Korea: going from some cheap ass company that doesn't give a damn about materials to becoming Mazda/Buick/Acura/Infiniti levels of premium

[@MarkTodd33]

The headlights on the LX, EX, S got poor rating with IIHS. Undrivable on curvy roads. My wife's Telluride EX has the worst headlights I've ever seen on a vehicle. Worse than cars from the 90's

[@justinnegron1458]

Wow, first the Stinger, and now this?? KIA is a premium and a regular brand both in one!!

[@jaredshelton4718]

Can't forget about the Cadenza and the flagship K900, all excellent vehicles. I myself drive a Cadenza, couldn't be happier.

[@Josh-179]

Yeah, as Jared mentions, the Cadenza and K900 are the more premium offerings that were out way before this and Stinger. Weird people don't even know about the $65K K900.

[@jaredshelton4718]

@@Josh-179 Most people dismiss the K900, that's fine with me, in a few years I'll trade in my Cadenza for a new gen k900, no one will know what I'm driving.

[@andybub45]

@@jaredshelton4718 my grandfather has a 2018 Cadenza. We test drove the Avalon, ES350, and the Impala and the Cadenza blew away every single one of those, even the Lexus!

[@caseygutierrez5349]

Kia is legit. Great quality and this straight up looks like an expensive Range Rover 👍

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

A more reliable Range Rover.

[@voiceauthor2850]

A more high tech safer Range Rover

[@msrr1303]

Voice Author high tech? Safer? Come on now. Lol

[@NSH_2814]

@@msrr1303 The Range Rover has unreliable tech that's why it might be less safe

[@FREEYSLTHUGGER]

Lmao Range Rover looks wayyyyyy better, please don't insult Range Rover/

[@oscaralberto3899]

I work for Kia in the Chicagoland area. People are putting in factory orders because they're so backed up. The ones at the dealers are selling like hot cakes.

[@vadim7590]

Great, more shit boxes taking up two parking spaces...

[@byronnasem4110]

Vadim A Great, another fat ass who thinks trucks are terrible

[@vadim7590]

@MaKoGaMeR 2017 very original comeback, but the fact still remains.

[@vadim7590]

@@byronnasem4110 This vehicle was designed for fat asses and their fat ass kids.

[@vadim7590]

@@Word-LifeCan you possibly be enlightened with that sarcastic attitude?

[@MacSaab93]

I want one...and I'm a 25 year old single man without kids lol

[@TashayiaBusby]

Peter E : I’m 27 and am definitely getting the Palisade ! I don’t care ! 😂

[@TashayiaBusby]

@Kamil X It is ! I don’t regret my purchase at all ! Beautiful car !

[@RichardsWorld]

Well, just tell yourself you can fit more women in this.

[@chrisauriazul2203]

It’s also useful when you want to carry large items, whenever you need to carry friends or family. Or if you have a long trip you just stop in the rest area and sleep like a king

[@WillDasNeves]

Love the design of the Telluride. Hyundai and Kia silently becoming the best value in the car world

[@mattspeer01]

This is so much better looking than any other entry in the segment. Plus the interior is nicer and the ergonomics are top of the class. To top it all off, it's a bit cheaper than competitors when fully loaded, has a better warranty, and should be more reliable than anything other than a Toyota.

[@minkedamonke]

Matt Speer Honda is more reliable

[@cortezmiller1899]

Raymond Gabriel R. How is that?

[@justinfontaine5539]

CX-9 Signature top trim AWD can be had for under 44k and to many it is the best looking SUV in this segment and better than some luxury brands. People are paying over sticker ( 48k) for this car and other than a longer warranty CX-9 is slightly more premium looking and the driving experience will be much more engaging. This is still going to be on the Honda Pilot side of the room IE closer to a mini-van. It's great looks separate it from the outdated Highlander and it looks old school shape wise and it works. They did a good job on the sheet metal. Still need to see more real world data on that drivetrain.

[@fcg243]

Justin Fontaine anyone paying over sticker price is dumb! My local dealer has the fully loaded SX for $43k. Plus I’ve seen the Mazda CX-9 in person and looks better only in pictures, in person looks kind of bland. I do agree the CX-9 has a better price and better handling though. I’ve driven the CX5 and is a joy to drive.

[@fcg243]

Raymond Gabriel R. Hondas have never been that reliable. Toyotas are much more reliable and Kia is now on par with Toyota but with better styling and interior quality.

[@just_shaeee]

I saw a patient in the patient loading area with this vehicle and I absolutely LOVE it. This is coming from a Jaguar XJL owner (which we know are fine cars with multiple problems well below 100k miles). People are only ragging this vehicle because it's a Kia, which I'm not moved by. I can't wait to test drive the Telluride!

[@anthonyphillips8117]

I can Telluride now that’s one good looking SUV 🤠🤓

[@asp5645]

Anthony Phillips “tell you right now” lol Cmon! More likes !!

[@PatrickRob82]

Out

[@Twincam808]

It does but the cabin will rattle after a few months. Kias are shit

[@KiRiMa64]

I'm usually a Honda,Toyota,Nissan fan,but for the features,options,warranty,and price this Kia is a very possible choice in the future!

[@allmyfriendsaredead1387]

That's A Crime

[@BeesonsCars]

Kia has been killing it lately. This thing looks like a true luxury sedan.

[@itsTheGshow]

Tyler Beeson What? This is an SUV.

[@Systolic120mmHg]

Except no matter how much they try, a large consensus would still not consider Kia luxurious. They should outsource Genesis brand as a separate company that offers multiple luxury options. Just like Honda/Acura, Toyota/Lexus, VW/AUDI, Ford/Cadillac, etc. Stick on a genesis branding on this and ppl will be willing to “change” their opinions

[@BeesonsCars]

Gary Brykov sorry I was like half asleep when I posted this. I meant luxury SUV obviously.

[@Maxfli82]

This in its top trim is definitely comparable to an MDX

[@DragonKnightX12]

@@Systolic120mmHg They have more higher end crossovers planed for Genesis already in the works.

[@hrwilliams]

We tried to hold out until your review but the test drive was amazing. We love our Telluride! We test drove all the competitors.

[@vanshan1318]

I’ve gotta say the location, quality, and production of this video is outstanding. If I were Kia, I use portions of this vid for the commercial 👍.

[@gabrielsyt]

Agree. This guy put a lot of effort putting this together. Appreciate the extra work to give a great assessment.

[@MrArravelo]

Just bought it yesterday!! HONESTLY is the best SUV I've ever drove so far. Is super smooth and the technology is great. I do recommend this SUV.

[@BarcelonaBlitzer]

Wow, if you removed the Kia badges I would’ve figured it was a Range Rover variant. Kia has made an excellent premium SUV in this Telluride.

[@kennethlam860]

Yeah the front and sides look like a Range Rover and the back reminds me of a Volvo. It's a beautiful SUV

[@stevenwilliams9280]

Have you seen it in person? Not a Range Rover.

[@kennethlam860]

@@stevenwilliams9280 yeah I've seen both in person, looks better than a range rover

[@stevenwilliams9280]

@@kennethlam860 okay man..

[@Xemantic]

You read my mind! i'm gonna buy one and debadge it!!! LMAO

[@msrr1303]

This is a great SUV. Kia and Hyundai have been making great cars. People need to get over the brand. Kia/Hyundai were smart, most SUV’s are aging and this is so upscale it makes it a lot easier to overshadow others. The Pilot, Highlander, Explorer, CX9 and Pathfinder are old and due to be replaced. With that being said I’d still pick my Honda Pilot Elite because the Engine is glorious and proven, the AWD system is basically a SHAWD unit and long term quality should be better. Among other things, those are the biggest factors. Bravo Kia, it’s a home run.

[@NSH_2814]

How many miles are on your Pilot? Is the transmission durable?

[@MLProductions.1]

@@NSH_2814 Honda transmissions are a hit or miss. But overall great cars and one of the most reliable. The kias are def really nice but resale value on them is still awful. I'd go Toyota or Honda.

[@NSH_2814]

@@MLProductions.1 Thanks

[@jacobremillard]

DoYouJ? I would take the pathfinder platinum, it’s got a pretty good engine, and looks pretty good, but it can tow more than any other vehicle in its class.

[@msrr1303]

NightShadeGT 21k miles and it’s a 2016. 90% of the miles have been city miles and harsh miles at that. Transmission has been superb, not even one complaint.

[@andrewjchristian]

YAAAAAASSSSSSSS!!!! I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS REVIEW FOR MONTHS!!!

[@brandyag]

Kia is stepping up the game!

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

Too bad the 2011 Optima has that 2.4L engine,.otherwise, that design aged very well.

[@AllLove0307]

JN DSTY that design is very nice

[@adriananzano2292]

@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 yep my 2.4L EX drinks fuel like there's no tomorrow!

[@JJustinXu]

Yes, agreed but won’t ever be like a Toyota

[@JDMHaze]

No offense but this styling to me is terrible, maybe it will grow, I agree with this being a great vehicle except in that aspect of exterior appearance

[@JC-rm6pm]

Telluride for family trips and Forte for daily drive looks like a good combo

[@ehut12]

I’ve worked for Mazda, Toyota, and now Honda and can definitely say that this SUV is the king in the segment

[@Erin-Thor]

I love this, but you just can’t argue with Toyota’s reliability statistics. Toyota makes THE most reliable vehicles in the world.

[@congo4900]

this SUV is SOLID!!! well done KIA, again!

[@RicemanTV]

This is way better than a base range rover

[@ZHY554]

Pay $90k for a Range Rover and they still make you pay for more for options, paid $88k but I had to kick out more for "driver asst. tech" when safety should be standard, these manufacturers rob you!!

[@dnice287]

@Riceman...have friends and family members with Range Rovers and they stay in the shop! No Thank you!!

[@Mikey-cc2ny]

Ikr

[@dnice287]

@Riceman...the right trim package. I see some models that look great and others that aren't nearly as impressive.

[@MichaelMiller-rg6or]

More reliable too

[@BigslimDB]

This will be my wife's next vehicle. Lot's of bang for the buck plus it looks good.

[@froggy-man]

Good choice

[@LucasLeCompteMusic]

Trying to get my wife to check this one out! Been looking at this vs the atlas and ascent, but so far I like this one the best. She is a little put off being that it is a kia and that they have weak resale value. I guess I need her to get her to drive it.

[@MrCarGuy]

@@LucasLeCompteMusic The VW has the worst depreciation by far...

[@LucasLeCompteMusic]

@@MrCarGuy That is good to know!

[@valmarzz696]

Lucas LeCompte My mom has an atlas, they have good safety features and technology and are very smooth however its just very boring. Steering is nice and light tho. Subaru is underpowered. I say the kia.

[@lttsr]

I think they used the 3.8 over the 3.3 for fuel economy and power. The 3.3 uses a regular cycle but this 3.8 uses the Atkinson cycle rather than the Otto cycle so they're able to get better fuel economy and torque than the 3.3 without losing HP.

[@seanselsavage1843]

It looks like a Range Rover, Cadillac and a Kia Soul had a 3way and this is the love child that resulted.

[@kevinmelara1343]

Spot on

[@dchawk81]

That's Korean design in a nutshell.

[@dchawk81]

Kia and Hyundai have become successful by making their cars reminiscent of what people wish they could afford.

[@amark3721]

This has been getting a lot of attention and that’s not an understatement...

[@rhodesianwojak2095]

yep

[@isaac198428]

You get this beast with a 10 year warranty and it’s got more standard options for less than the rivals - Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Chevy Suburban, Range Rover, Toyota Sequoia, Nissan Armada, Honda Pilot etc.

[@Vincent2wice]

I swear if you remove the eblems and name badges this vehicle can be mistaken for some type of range rover or other high end suv. Great job KIA. Awesome design and features with this vehicle

[@jayl3937]

The Kia just needs to make there logo stand out instead.. change up the letters or add a symbol.

[@TheBkdot]

Big facts the only thing that u hate about the brand is the logo. I've seen a number of youtube videos there people swap the ugly logo for what I think is called the 2.0. I'm thinking about swapping the logo if I get the telluride.

[@MrSupasonics]

+1, I think current KIA logo is too old, it needs some major change like symbol or letter change, not just minor ones.

[@DragonKnightX12]

The Korean is more fitting, it's a really cool K.

[@driveshift]

Jay L agreed. The KIA logo would look pretty good without the oval that surrounds it

[@Erin-Thor]

Jay L - Does no one come from a military family? Killed In Action? The Korean War was a horribly bloody one. Yes, I know what the KIA letter acronym stands for. But the USA - Korean history, the name makes military people PISSED to this day. And we aren’t talking mildly upset, four letter word pissed. There are a large number of USA’s population the will never, ever consider a KIA because of that association. Yes, I know, their loss, their idiots, but comments like that belie the underlying seriousness of their feelings.

[@MisterMannerisms]

Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought that Kia might be my next vehicle. It's still taking some time to digest ... but after I saw some demos at the NAIAS Detroit, it solidified its place into my next box of choices.

[@geedubh9058]

And 10 year 100,000 mile warranty? I mean come on.

[@kennethsmith6899]

Slap a bwm or Mercedes badge on this and it’s $100 grand easily. Thanks Kia. I will be looking at this when it comes out!

[@polofunk]

Man I said the same thing, i seen one in person its beautiful, I'm planning on getting one, like you said slap a BMW OR MERCEDES OR RANGE ROVER logo on it I guarantee $100,000 all day.

[@deshaunj1168]

But it’s not ...it’s a Kia

[@kylebibbee7958]

Amazing car, Kia is truly something else now!

[@JDMHaze]

Kyool 24 they NOT PLAYING NO MORE lol

[@ThessalianAchilles]

I work for Hyundai Glovis, I park brand new cars all day everyday after they’re finished being manufactured. I don’t too much care for Kia’s but this vehicle is very nice and rides really smooth.

[@TravisCyprien]

Love This SUV!!!!! Damn!! Kia Really Step Up!

[@JDMHaze]

Travis Cyprien looks like 2007-2014 escalade

[@امميراامميرا-ذ3ف]

T@@JDMHaze

[@U2HS1D]

Stinger+Telluride+K900

[@f.i.l.d.e.p.s]

stepping up since 2011.

[@romanticdonkey468]

Never thought I’d ever say it, but I think I might be buying a Kia. You did a fantastic job reviewing this vehicle.

[@acidrider69]

Hopefully saving the turbo 3.3 for a Telluride GT 🤞

[@KeysWithSoul26]

Kia has truly stepped their game up. My mom purchased a 2014 Kia Optima EX with the Premium Package and it’s been a dream. Reliability has been superb with only routine maintenance needed. It has relatively luxurious features and is not bad-looking. I’m a diehard Honda person, but I wouldn’t hesitate to buy a Kia product.

[@andybub45]

Finally a good looking crossover. Kia stomped out the competition!

[@alexandergoldman]

It has 95% of the looks of a Range Rover, with (I'm guessing) 100% better reliability over the longer term. Awesome review...one of the best on KZbin

[@alexandergoldman]

@@ady9910 oh man, that's crazy. Range Rover make good looking cars but don't trust their electronics and I still think sub par reliability... who knows

[@Snsojdineow]

I build these seats at Adient/Johnson Controls in West Point, GA, along with the Optimas and Sorentos. I build the 2nd row seats and those are actually quilted seats, then leather, vinyl, and cloth. Quilted is by far the hardest to build. It's the real deal.

[@stuntmanstu1000]

I bought my last SUV based on his review. He’s honest and straight to the point

[@angelherg1997]

Saw one of these already, yesterday. Thought I wouldn't see one for another 4-6 months. Looks great!

[@earnedmystripes2382]

Saw one today in Indianapolis on my commute home.

[@MrMoon36O]

Yup. Just saw one at the grocery store today. Looks even better in person.

[@EchoSigma6]

Kia’s going to make a lot of money on the Telluride and will take sales sales away from their competitors. The SUV looks good on all angles. The non-turbo motor should provide many years of reliable service.

[@oliverroo59]

I'm not in the market at all of this type of vehicle, but man does this thing look good. I'm getting Bentayga vibes from the exterior design, and they got the colors right too - especially the moss green!

[@2025Telluride]

I have the exact Telluride that he is standing with. This is one amazing vehicle. I've had the Q5-Q7-Macan & Cayenne between myself and my wife. This KIA stands next to them in everyway, with one exception, the Telluride beats everyone with their MPG!!! Set the cruise on 75 and you're getting 24mpg all day. We now have the Stinger and the Telluride....VERY HAPPY!!!!!!

[@dave_riots]

Sofyan and the Telluride both look great in those colors. Awesome job on the review. 👍

[@FloridaPlayzYT]

You say in hes white I am black... not carcagen

[@nexushexus4365]

Killed in Action.

[@Platos-Den]

That's so gay

[@ayanray5530]

The sx is only 43k with destination!! That’s a steal!

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

It’s a lot better than waisting money on an inferior Tahoe or Expedition.

[@turbo1997hsm]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q They're too overpriced now.

[@DragonKnightX12]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Inferior how? Bigger, more powerful, more features, and more luxurious.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Necrotic Reaper The KIA is more solid (body and mechanical) with a much higher quality interior. The Tahoe and Expedition are based on Pickups. The interiors are very cheap and build quantity is atrocious (especially on the Tahoe).

[@DragonKnightX12]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Both the Exp and Tahoe are solid. Yea, Real SUVs are Body on frame like a Truck. They also 4x4 and engine options that have over 400HP and 400lb-tq paired to a advance 10-speed Auto. Mechanical wise the KIA doesn't even have as much power as the Traverse and Explorer it actually competes with. Not sure why you want to compare it too the big boys. As for interior maybe the Chevy, but you should look up the Exp Platinum. Lots of leather included Ford's premium and plush Nirvana quilted leather with real Polished alumniem and wood trim. Slightly more plastic, but I wouldn't call faux trim a one up. Another con for the Kia is the mediocre infotainment systems. Ford and Chevy have two of the best infos in the industry.

[@iBJanky]

I can't decide between the Kia Telluride and the Hyundai Palisade. They're both great looking vehicles. It'll come down to which one I can get a better price on next year when I'm ready to buy.

[@jrock1262]

iBJanky telluride

[@2004cyrus]

You really knocked it out of the park with this review Sofyan and team!! I felt like Sofyans auto journalist career was cemented with this review. Exciting new vehicle to bring to us too! I wish I could afford to go grab a Telluride right now! Thank you Redline Reviews for bringing us these awesome new automotive offerings. C’mon 600,000 subscribers!

[@migd2122]

Bravo to Kia! And great review Sofyan! This vehicle is the heat right now and ppl are lining up at the dealership waiting to see one in person. Why buy a luxury SUV when you can get it all with the Telluride at the right price! 👍🏼

[@hauywowy]

I love how you break down trims for buyer! Thank you so much

[@timmydevil999]

Kia and Hyundai/Genesis are coming for our wallets gahhh damn

[@dk7541]

Wowsers! Hyundai and Kia are really amazing these days. I want to trade my Infiniti in for this. Infiniti has really disappointed me. But Hyundai and Kia, seriously watch out Mercedes, BMW, audi, Lexus and Infiniti. These brands are no joke.

[@perkhere2252]

You forgot acura... dipshit

[@deanlazzari9117]

I’m a big fan of Hyundai/Kia/Genesis. I especially like the Hyundai Palisade. Very well produced review

[@BeanieNinjay0]

“Its really cool for when you want to tell your kids to shut up” lmao

[@disan9135]

LOL

[@MattsCarsMusic]

I am really liking the Kia Telluride's looks, exterior & interior, thanks for the review Sofyan

[@perrybeyer7531]

If I needed a vehicle that large I would love the Telluride. Don't haul enough passengers or cargo for that. Got a 2020 Kia Sportage LX AWD about a month ago. For the price, Kia really offers a lot in safety and tech features. My Kia is fun, easy to drive and feels premium in quality even though I got the base trim with the $1795 option package. I love the styling compared to Honda and Toyota. The level of quality is way ahead of anything from an American competitor. A better value than Mazda or Subaru too. Kia and Hyundai are knocking it out of the park lately. Exceptional value!

[@jameshayes7937]

I just test drove one of these things and I absolutely love it!

[@randymaurer8218]

I've never purchased anything with out an American made badge on it. However this SUV is something I think I'd be happy to have my wife own. She was looking at a Jeep Rubicon, she saw this and actually got excited about it. She is VERY picky about what she likes. Good job Kia. We are impressed.

[@chriskrilly9021]

Only thing missing to really top it off would be headrest monitors for the rear seats. This is next, I love my Kia. Great review

[@NotJessH]

I recently got to drive this beauty for 3 days and let me tell you, I was getting looks constantly (not me, the vehicle). I drove around just for fun day and night because I really enjoyed this love child of a Range Rover and Escalade. A true luxury crossover Edit: SX prestige package is a must for me because I’ve been wanting heated and cooled second row seats for the kids.

[@incognito4601]

Such a strong stance and beautifully crafted vehicle. This design is so damn sexy. Looks good in any color, and when you add the right rims on it......omg🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@worldsfinestnegativemind9108]

I test drove this vehicle, it's a nice package. Some dealerships are starting to give 4% off MSRP discount but some dealership are selling at MSRP. KIA is also giving some incentives on financing, ownership loyalty.

[@incognito4601]

@@worldsfinestnegativemind9108 that freaking amazing, that's why they're becoming or should i say, now have become a great household name. I love the design they're going with their vehicles. When ever you see, you know it's a Kia.

[@poymu4929]

But looks like Bentley tho

[@incognito4601]

@@poymu4929 I see what you mean in a way, but it has it's own presence. When you see a Bentley, you know it's a Bentley. But this is so uniquely fresh, that people will try to guess what it is and be suprised to know it's a Kia. And the fact you said its looks like a Bentley, it's really a compliment. Them boys at Kia who do the designs, not playing no more, they wanna take over!!💯

[@poymu4929]

@@incognito4601 Not sure if copying is a complement. It means that company is failing to create something original.

[@marcoulibarri5744]

Kia continues to impress!! This is a refine SUV and I don't even like SUVS.

[@LondonHasFallin]

13:10 *wishing he would blow the horn and scare the shit out of the cameraman. 😂

[@SlashDotComYoutube]

Lmao!!! Great minds think alike... I was thinking exactly the same thing in that part of the video... lol

[@pushback9478]

You give the best car reviews in my opinion. Keep up the good work!

[@ernestcummingsjr705]

FINALLY!! the only review that matters lol

[@Natethegreat200c]

Lol u don’t like any one else ?? It’s reviewers out there that go under the body and go more in detail. I love redline too though.

[@ernestcummingsjr705]

@@Natethegreat200c of course I like other reviewers lol, I was being comical. Redline has my heart tho

[@2004cyrus]

Ernest Cummings What about the Mazda 3? Hahahaha

[@coflyer2949]

@@ernestcummingsjr705 I dont trust Redli jmu e when it comes to reviewing American cars because he has nothing good to say about them... but anything else import that I want to know about Redline is good for

[@DRII-yv1yt]

@@coflyer2949 i noticed that too

If it is as amazing and reliable as my 16' Sorento SX it will be well received and a fine vehicle to own . Well done KIA!!

[@pejoarda772]

Reliable,3 yrs old,wow!

[@justinfontaine5539]

The Telluride will hurt the Sorento big time. Same money for the top trim? No brainer to get the Telluride.

[@stevenesco9645]

@@pejoarda772 My 2018 chevy malibu was "lemoned" within a year. It was a piece of crap. 3 years going strong is not too shabby.

[@saxywale2]

@@pejoarda772 I have had my Hyundai Elantra for 8 years. Still going strong.

[@brybrysofly4093]

Great review, Sofyan! Very comprehensive. I can’t wait to see it at normal elevation. I actually prefer the styling of this to the Palisade. It’s boxy and knows it. I think the green color looks best. I’m not a fan of the darkened wheels. The interior looks very upscale, though, I wish they would’ve used real wood and metal (but at the price point it is I believe it’s acceptable). I think Kia may opt to bring the 3.3L TT V6 later on (if there’s enough interest). All in all, great showing!

[@todddoherty]

We have a Pilot. Glad you mentioned the comparisons to the Pilot, but the Kia is a little better. Will for sure check it out!! Thanks!!

[@rangbocharls5191]

As a Lexus owner... honestly Telluride interior design and quality is better than Lexus RX 350L

[@mkkrinkov]

Which model do you have ??

[@elviscedenoworldtv3989]

sumin cha I have a Lexus and I was inside this Kia 2 days ago... don’t compare Lexus to this cheap Kia . Please.

[@rangbocharls5191]

@@elviscedenoworldtv3989 i have GS350 Fsport paid 55K and my friend bought Kia stinger paid 38K. I can't compare those two cause my Lexus's law performance. Cheap Kia? your thinking is outdated.

[@zeldamachina6305]

Very nice!!!! I'm speechless, and I don't even like SUVs'.

[@Chiderah100]

Zaylas Pelt clever

[@Mohankeneh]

what an amazing vehicle. such high quality, was so impressed by it at the toronto auto show. this and the palisade are the winners in this segment!

[@zero2sixty126]

The correct interior colors on SX are: Butterscotch, Dune, Black and that light gray shown

[@mdaniel444]

KIA needs to update their logo and make it more appealing. Thoughts?

[@whosdondada]

Coming soon ;)

[@sac3528]

One of their concept cars at geneva (i think it was geneva?) had an updated logo. That's not something you fuck with on concept cars unless you mean it, so I think they're changing it.

[@khailils446]

I never had a problem with it personally.

[@spenserb8082]

Order the Korean version? www.amazon.com/LIGHTKOREA-Emblem-Wheel-Optima-2011-2013/dp/B008MZPTJW/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=kia+badge&qid=1553310447&s=gateway&sr=8-11#customerReviews Look a bit better I think...

[@Maxfli82]

No. I think the only way you would change the brand perception is by keeping the old brand and releasing amazing new cars with it

[@juliensavage5439]

Great review Sofyan, I was waiting for you, Roman from TFL cars and Alex from Alex on Autos to review the KIA Telluride. I just binge watched all three reviews, ha,ha,ha,ha.....you guys rock. I am a Mazda guy when it comes to cars but I am in the market for an SUV for my business/road trip vehicle and the KIA Telluride will be in my garage for that. Keep up the good work and much success on your way to one million subscribers.

[@ataugusta]

Another fantastic review Sofyan. You guys really do a great job with the camera work , production and content. I know there is a lot of hard work putting these together and you do it the best. Appreciate your knowledge and opinions......Subscribed! [Oh and this Telluride is going to be a huge hit for Kia no question]

[@dealzguyYT]

This is what the Pilot should have been in current iteration but Honda chose to fuck it up !

[@victorcuevas06]

Been waiting for so long! Kia is amazing! ❤️ 🇰🇷 proud Optima owner!

[@oldschool-ij8wx]

I've got a soul ,Optima, and now a Telluride

[@GTS300Coupe]

I got a 2019 Optima SX and it's amazing

[@victorcuevas06]

old school216865313 that’s awesome! What trim and color is your telluride? 😀

[@victorcuevas06]

GTS300 Of course its amazing! People will never see how great kia’s are now because of the badge. They’re heavily mistaken. Optima’s features and looks are class leading.

[@davehayter312]

Another fantastic review! Gotta love Redline!

[@guniseran]

This car is on par if not better than MDX and Q7, for sure 100% more reliable than Q7

[@ItsKibet]

I owned the Hyundai Veracruz and drove it to 130K. Solid car, my dealership kept asking if I wanted to trade. I said not until you bring a replacement for the large SUV segment. Now we are torn between the palisade and the telluride. Can't wait to own one of these.

[@emptysaint]

It's nice to see another boxy almost rugged looking SUV. It's what I liked about the VW Atlus.

[@kellydysantini6498]

Here in our country, they sell standard kia with KIA logo but you can opt to buy in the dealership itself the K logo. It’s available so the car would look really premium.

[@istvanpuskas1615]

Needs dual exhaust both sides

[@bkcalvine]

Your name cracks me up

[@whyme8580]

I said the same thing!!!

[@ClintJRobinson]

I have no need for 3 rows but wow! This vehicle in the moss green with black rims is exactly what I want. Bummed I’d have to go to SX for LED, as that’s important to me, but for the price it’s worth it. Was thinking a Passport, but this just blew me away. Well done Kia!

[@jasonmorris8040]

Not foot activated liftgate. Smart liftgate opens just standing behind with key fob on person.

[@evansamihereafful656]

I think this car is not a bad choice at all comparatively. I almost bought the Ascent until the Telly (Telluride) came out. Now I'm just gonna wait for the cousin Pally (Pallisade) and Explorer reviews to decide on one. Thanks Sofyan

[@TashayiaBusby]

Evans Afful : Me too ! I thought I was the only one . I was just about to buy the Ascent but the day before I was about to go the Palisade was announced . Now I am waiting for it before deciding but I know I want the Palisade regardless .

[@hubegermany]

I like the exterior but i am kind of sad they didn't keep the great frontal of the concept. :(

[@Silverlane.]

My mother bought one soon as our Kia dealership had them. She likes it so far

[@atl3630]

Kia's got a banger in their line-up now. But damn you can't even buy one, production is slooooooow.

[@Snsojdineow]

I actually build seats for the telluride, optimas and sorentos. Come september they're ramping up production to 500 per day. Right now its 300.

[@NotThatGuy_YepThatGuy]

I'm not a car guy...mm at all. But after q friend recommended this being my first ever vehicle for my new family, I'm pleasantly pleased to have viewed your video. It helped.

[@freedom_seeker06]

The Design is absolutely detailed and well ordinated compared to Hyundai Palisade. Will this be available in Australia too??

[@RigiLiquid945]

The truck body on frame Borrego was an awesome 7 passenger rear wheel drive (with auto 4x4, 4x4 high/low with electronic auto locking rear differential, skid plates). It had 7500 lb towing for the 6 speed V8 engine with 320+ hp & torque. It had bad timing coming out in 2009, considering that the US just had a recession, and the new American Sorrento plant was due to open in 2010. The same vehicle is still sold elsewhere as the Mohave. Kia offered and still offers so much good quality content for less money than the competition. I'm biased because I still own a 2010 Borrego and I have a 2015 Sportage. The quality of Kia is really good in their SUV's. This Telluride looks promising, the extra length will make it more stable for towing and for winter driving. It's as though Kia is always playing catch up with the competition, but then really delivers great features.

[@lash9400]

I love the styling of this SUV and I would buy it purely for the look.

[@privateprivate5302]

Bruh, FINALLY, I have been so impatient at the prospect of Redline finally driving the Telluride. Now I have to wait for the Pallisade drive and that EVER impending comparison! Can't WAIT

[@signposts1106]

Kia be like 'ama get you Germans and Americans" Respects to all who put countless hours to this master piece.

[@goonies_never_say_die]

I really wish the Telluride had a two piece rear hatch like the X5, Land Cruiser, Yukon/Tahoe, Highlander, etc. Without it, a lot of utility is lost.