BEST 3 ROW SUV? 2023 Kia Telluride Review

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@Shadownian]

Palisade. That grey piece in the front of the refreshed Telluride looks like a big mouth bass...lol

[@neosoviet502]

I pick palisade because the palisade facelift looks super cool and it’s more luxurious

[@ChrisZarras]

I would take the Telluride for the shifter and better infotainment, but the Palisade for the overall luxury. However, as I said on the Palisade video, they really need to have a 2nd row bench option for 8 seating in Canada on upper trims. Major miss and the reason I haven't upgraded from a Santa Fe.

[@gourami7]

Palisade looks better, Kia design team droped the ball with Telluride

[@joses4593]

In 2020 when they both came out, the Telluride won all the car awards and the Palisade almost none. But now with the refresh, I’m expecting the Palisade to have a little revenge. While I still prefer the Telluride (because of my random brand loyalty as I drive the Kia Sorento), I would agree that the Palisade’s refresh is better than the Telluride’s, who downgraded the exterior. They should have kept the TELLURIDE lettering at the front.

[@erikshay91]

In another universe this is what it would be like if Yuri and Jakub didn’t meet

[@gradientO]

TheStraightPipe

[@SevenHunnid]

I do food reviews while I’m high on my YouTubë channeł😅

[@mukhtar__]

-time traveler : moves a chair 2 inches -the timeline :

[@YuriTereshyn]

We’ve known each other longer than we haven’t known each other. 23 years now?

[@Flex_WRX]

They wouldn’t be the same without all the experience together 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@MrJudgi]

I love it how Yuri always watches to his right where Jacob would sit XD

[@TheStraightPipes]

🥹🥲

[@teebles]

True Raptors fans would get this one.. it's like when Lowry fist pumped the air where DeMar used to stand after the Kawhi trade...

[@Randomnoobi]

My wife and I have the 2020 Telluride sx. We absolutely love it! It's such a staple for our family of 5. I can't imagine that the 2023 has lost any luster. I'm sure the Palisade is great, but the Telluride hits us in all the right feels.

[@newton2105]

I’ve always thought it looked pretty good. I’m disappointed the amber lights went away. They were really striking and added an extra touch of class. However the prices these are going for are absurd for what it is. When you consider the ridiculous markups at dealers, these move into a territory where you have true luxury options to consider

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@mattspeer01]

True luxury options at this price are anything but luxurious. They give you the badge, but all the features to make them equivalent to the features on this Telluride easily will drive the price up another $15K-20K, ruining your argument.

[@OK-td7oe]

@@mattspeer01 I don't understand your point. Nobody should be paying 10k mark up on a Kia. Ever. That's what the poster was insinuating.

[@the_indie_army]

The amber lights kill it for me. I was going to get a Telluride but I was waiting for the new infotainment system. To find out they got rid of the amber lights is actually a dealbreaker as silly as it seems. The Palisade just looks better now.

[@TJBellamy99]

The problem is people still buy them! My neighbor literally was cross shopping the 2022 Telluride, MDX, X5 and went with the Telluride. She literally paid over 63k for it…..but it wasn’t a big deal to her. She’ll have a new SUV in 3-4 years or so🤦🏾‍♂️

[@Petrrii]

It's good to see how both of you have great presentation skills and it's not just the chemistry between the two of you

[@TheStraightPipes]

I’m also happy that both jakub and I can do a decent job on our own :-)

[@blueridge8992]

@@TheStraightPipes blink three times if you’re in danger, Yuri.

[@jaysonmarley284]

Kia: Hey everyone’s talking about how they really like Tellurides amber DRL’s. Also Kia: We should change that

[@mattspeer01]

Funny thing is HKG did the same thing with the 2015 Genesis “G80.” The top level trims had amber running lights, but in that case everyone was complaining about it so the second model year swapped to white ones.

[@BhavanaKarusala]

The stupid bulbs are now gone from the Palisade as well. It was released six months before the Kia so it got shipped with the old software. They released an update this week.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Well well well, too bad our press unit didn’t have it

[@lexRTD.]

Personally, the exterior is a down grade from last year. But the interior is a upgrade.

[@JK-qn9qr]

can't believe what they did to exterior. what the hell lol...

[@wantsanewvehicle]

Both are huge upgrades!

[@ItsAlive111]

Made the exterior more generic.

[@jg5001]

Which is ironic that the Palisade's exterior is an upgrade, while the interior is okay. Last time I wanted a Telluride exterior with the Palisade interior, but now it's flipped. What did you do Hyundai?!!😫

[@jgdpsu]

My thoughts too. The exterior is fine, but the old was better.

[@YTYTYTY7]

I thought the ember was always better, but I think the new DRL works really well with the white exterior.

[@Mikcago]

Moment of silence for the glorious amber DRLs 🙏

[@TheStraightPipes]

🕰️🤫

[@Hi_its_Kartik]

hey Yuri just wanna saw I love the intros you have in your car reviews, adds a sense of excitement! a cinematic clip, cool music and of course the launch control.

[@marcelmazpule2287]

Well now the 2024 is amber running likes thanks to you guys, I just got the 2024 and love it. The HDA is amazing

[@vjd222]

I’d take this over the Palisade in a heart beat. The interior looks 🔥. The amber lights were cool but I like these too.

[@6a6y_6]

I'd go with acura mdx instead

[@saleenS7]

@@6a6y_6 Do you even recognize price gap between them?💀💀 Msrp of acura mdx starts at 50k and the type s with the advance package literally takes that to 72k you goon.

[@MrRoarkeFI]

Love the Telluride. Since I’m a symmetrical guy, I just wish it had a dual exhaust, just for the looks alone. Without it, it just seems off.

[@Elijah-fc3ex]

The amber running lights were so good and unique I'm really surprised they got rid of them

[@colechapman6976]

I think it's a huge mistake to remove such a noteworthy feature from their car. It made the exterior look unique, which is something that Kia and Hyundai struggle with since a lot of their cars look like every other modern SUV. The Ambers were distinctive and when you saw a car with those on, it doesn't matter if you couldn't see the badge or it was at night, you knew that person was driving a Telluride. Now, it looks like every other car. The interior is a huge improvement, but the exterior is a big letdown

[@RedlineGaming007]

2:03 Yuri was so used to having Jakub on the passenger seat

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[@bfish9700]

Pre 2023 I liked the telluride more. With the update, I now far prefer the palisade.

[@chiemekaa]

I'm glad it's not just me.

[@andysanchez8692]

I love how he continued the intro from Jacob’s video!!

[@matokuwapi]

I just ordered the X-pro a couple days ago at MSRP. (which I expected to pay since it's in such high demand) There was no attempt at marking up the price by the dealer. No dealer add ons. I was happy with the deal, and after the test drive...all I could say was WOW! Now the wait. (London, Ontario)

[@TheStraightPipes]

Awesome! In Ontario they’re legally not allowed to charge over msrp

[@matokuwapi]

@@TheStraightPipes I thought that but if you look up the legal wording, it says they are not legally allowed to charge more than their advertised price (not including taxes, dealer admin fees or transport fees). Advertised price vs MSRP is two different things.

[@MuneebMaster]

Correct, not allowed to charge over MSRP. But if they have one in stock they can call it a demo and charge whatever they want.

[@toushi100]

This video is so chill I like the yuri alone video vibe

[@mawkothedonn5186]

Yuri by himself somehow feels better.

[@toushi100]

@@mawkothedonn5186 omg yesssss

[@presentowner3198]

Mindbuildingsolutions approved! Excellent video and content.

[@robertwarren6223]

If they would have combined Palisades XRT with the Tellurides interior than we could have almost the perfect 3 row crossover.

[@MrPsalms207]

Previously, I wanted Telluride exterior with Palisade interior. But now Palisade looks better both outside and in, so it wins, hands down. Just wish the Calligraphy had more than just black or light beige interior options. A nice chocolate or beautiful Terracotta like the Telluride has would be AMAZING! But now I'm just nitpicking...

[@codeninja1823]

finally found someone who likes dark brown interior. my whole family prefers beige or black. I really like the Land cruiser's terra interior and Bordeaux brown in the Genesis G90. What is yours?

[@MrPsalms207]

@@codeninja1823 yea, the Bordeaux brown of the G90 is gorgeous. But for something more affordable, the terracotta on the Telluride looks really good too.

[@GTS300Coupe]

Wait time for Telluride is still over a year here in Canada for the top trim. The used market for them are asking $20K over new. What a joke this whole industry is anti consumer.

[@alvinsimba734]

Kia boys are running rampant these days in the US, hopefully it doesn't reach Canada. Tow hitch recalls I hope they fixed it.

[@ThinkBeFree99]

@@alvinsimba734 thats only for the cheap. model....those worried only need full cov with gap and if its stolen a paid off car on their credit. Wipl help

[@alvinsimba734]

@@ThinkBeFree99 sure but even then why make people go through the hoops of getting gap insurance where it should be standard on all trims. It's all about profit and at the end of the day those customers are screwed. Their customer service, nothing but horror. So all in all, the Korean brands are not even worth looking into from a long term perspective

[@ThinkBeFree99]

@@alvinsimba734 dealers order inventory. The dealers screwed them, they got bare minimum trims to sell lowest price to people that bought them. Also the people buying need to look att he.buyers order and all included with the vehicle.

[@eazzii_m5408]

The 2023 Telluride looks wayyyyyy better than the new Palisade.

[@donwarrington4916]

The Telluride is made for the North American market and thus is built in Georgia . This was a deal breaker for me as I believe the Koreans take better care in the assembly of their vehicles ..

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

I agree. My X5 was built in the US and fell apart before 20,000 miles.

[@jessicas4295]

Didn't the telluride 2022 catch on fire a lot? Is this something that was looked at and fixed?

[@ItsAlive111]

The one man visor test is the saddest thing on this video 😅 Just kidding, I hope Jacob’s kid feels better!

[@anthonymillett16]

I was about to say the same thing!

[@cusebaby10]

Peasant Blockers, omgosh too cute, love it every time! 🥰 You also don't seem yourself without Jacob, not as upbeat. 😥 I think the Telluride looks great! For the price, I don't think it can be beat in this segment! I also like this trim and don't think for everyday driving I would need anything more as in the X-Pro line. Thanks for sharing, cheers! 😘

[@ChristianRunsNY]

Serious question, did they fix the Kia car theft issue in these newer models (2022-2023)? It makes me a little weary they had such old tech in the steering column up till 2021 that they are so easily stolen right now, and they aren't issuing a recall, just handing out steering wheel locks.

[@TheStraightPipes]

I think it’s just lower trims with no immobilizer but I think all cars in Canada have immobilizers?

[@wyaldkingdom]

Telluride DRL's were iconic. Kind of like how jeep wranglers have those round headlights. Kia should have kept a good thing going there. Btw I find it hilarious that DRL's are enough to sway Yuri's vote. 🤣

[@TheStraightPipes]

Drls are like the coolest part of cars from a distance

[@wyaldkingdom]

@@TheStraightPipes I agree. Features and functionality be damned. We must stick to our values...what them DRL's look like!?!

[@upperlowerclass]

Agreed and it’s understandable on Yuri being swayed since DRLs are a prominent feature of a car’s design. It’s pretty well known that Audi started this modern trend in DRLs with their R8/A4 10+ years ago and is one of the main reasons Audis became so popular in America and other car brands quickly began adding LED DRLs to their vehicles. Those slick looking LEDs were the main reason I bought a 2011 A4 back in the day and the public was captivated by them lol.

[@kobbycrentsil2859]

Old Telluride DRLs + New Telluride Interior = Best Car Ever period Aftermarket please do me proud 🙏

[@rabit818]

The wrap around amber looked great, it's the Telluride brand

[@pinkjuano]

would definitely pick this over the palisade, just wish it came with some kind of hybrid powertrain

[@Blitz0065]

Telluride FTW. This reminds me of when Kia updated their badge to look nicer and more modern. SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO many people whined about that. I love the refresh. Some things could be better but that will always be said about MOST vehicles.

[@matty1053]

IMO, I'd take the Palisade over the new telluride. The interior is certainly better vs last generation.

[@TunedByJ]

Personally for me, the Telluride hands down. I will miss the headlights but I will be putting in an order on a SX X-line, wolf grey + black interior

[@wantsanewvehicle]

As soon as I find one of these in one of the colors I want and the trim level, for a reasonable price I am going to purchase it. I am not paying some ridiculous markup though.

[@anotherjester]

While this review was different, I enjoyed it. I think it would be cool after maybe 20sh videos, Yuri and Jakob do a solo review here and there.

[@diethersantos6404]

0:00 name of rock song pls can I get that one too?

[@Ja8888]

The amber lights were cool, but I think the new lights look much better, more classy/mature. Give it time people, it'll grow on you.

[@WarAlex16]

Noooo!!!! It made it unique!

[@joexyllejimeno4263]

Amazing Review! I do agree that they should have kept the amber headlights. In Canada, Digital key is available from SX trims and above.

[@DannerBanks]

The only reason to get a newer one, in my opinion, is the cooler looking dash and the rear view mirror screen.

[@9Xavier1]

It’s just strange to me that Kia would get rid of the unique DRLs that most people liked, and gave the vehicle such a distinctive look. However, I would probably take this over the Palisade because it has the nice hard touch buttons for the HVAC and such.

[@rajahsone]

Hi I’m in the USA. I’m wondering why kia/Hyundai doesn’t have bench seats for the prestige model. It’s something that is important to me. I want all the features and tech. That comes with the prestige model. Not down grade just to get the bench seats on a lower level.

[@kylearmitage9323]

The update that got ride of the bulb is available for all Hyundai Kia models with navigation from 2020-2022 so that really shouldn’t be a point for the telluride.

[@samsoum28]

I agree that the telluride is better , I am getting my 2024 SX tomorrow 😊

[@Suction_]

Both of them are *burning hot* deals. Hopefully you don't get *scorched* by the dealers on these *smoking* crossovers

[@bill7481]

I would buy neither. I used to be a big fan of the Telluride. But I think the refresh has made it less attractive. And the Palisade now looks like Optimus Prime’s ride. Considering the aesthetic downgrade and the less-than-stellar score on the IIHS’s new side impact test, it’s a pass for me.

[@scottr2706]

One of the greatest joys an owner of a Telluride can have is the absence of an engine fire.

[@richardmahoney9415]

I’m a Ford guy even work at Ford I’d totally drive this truck Kia has found a way to do something different listen to what people want and give them that I personally like the Explorer better bc of the RWD stance and short front overhang that gives u and better driving dynamic but this is the second best looking suv in just my opinion

[@dannymcgill3269]

My 2022 Leased Kia Sportage is still at the dealership and today marks day 125 without my vehicle. I still have to make my monthly payments and I am out of a vehicle. The dealership is stating that the parts are on backorder and they have no idea when they'll get them in. I am looking for advice here because, I pretty much exhausted all of my options. Vehicle stolen from our driveway from a teenager in a orange hoodie. Kid tried stealing it 24hrs before it was stolen. I called the EP Police and they caught a gang of kids in our neighborhood. EP Police let them go. 24hrs later my vehicle is stolen. Called insurance and they're paying to have the vehicle fixed because it was found only a few days later. Mike Miller Auto Park where I bought the vehicle is telling me that these parts are hard to find. I have not been offered a loaner or had any compensation from Mike Miller Auto Park. They have no incentive to fix my vehicle because they profit from my loss. Less mileage on the vehicle means a higher profit in the end for them. I have tried sueing Kia Corporate but, the law firm I choose couldn't come up with answers. I've exhausted all of my options and now I only have a story to share. Don't buy a Kia, Hyundai, or Genesis. This family corporation doesn't care about their consumers.

[@lacaro8565]

Personally I like the new DRLs. Also check out the terracota interior for the telluride! It’s night and day compared to the black. Telluride>Palisade in my book. Palisade interior try’s too hard to look luxury but doesn’t quite hit like a benz imo

[@matokuwapi]

I really loved the terracota interior, but it wasn't offered in the color car I wanted (red), in Canada anyway.

[@lacaro8565]

@@matokuwapi sand dune brown also looked really sleek. Depends on the year I heard.

[@mra4107]

The Telluride has much classier, almost European lines compared with the Palisade which looks way over-styled and a bit chintzy IMO. Hard HVAC buttons and the new screen seal the deal. Telluride for sure!

[@jakey20022]

I like the 24 update to the headlights

[@GemmyDonCars]

I agree with you that Kia should have left the headlights with the amber rectangle. I'd take the Kia all day because I like the look inside and out way better. I've driven both and I'm going KIA!

[@PasleyAviationPhotography]

I'm in Phoenix, what's the recommended continental winter tire for my 09 Vibe GT? I don't want to be caught unprepared...

[@eats4cheaps305]

If they could combine the interior of the Telluride and the exterior of the new Palisade.... we'd have an award winner.

[@mattspeer01]

Actually the exact opposite is true. Palisade has always had a far better, slightly more luxurious interior but the exterior has been a bit awkward compared to the Telluride.

[@matokuwapi]

Meh... I love the exterior of the Telluride over the Palisade. I like the more rugged off roadish sporty look.

[@R56Cooper]

The refreshed Telluride lookin great Yuri! Which would you choose--- '23 Telluride or '23 Sorento? Thanks!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Telluride

[@R56Cooper]

@@TheStraightPipes Thanks good sir! Looking forward to seeing the '23 Telluride on the roads! Also looking forward to testing HDA2!

[@CentraPlex]

That palisade is probably eligible for the nav update that gives it the same style radio to it's infotainment system

[@danielrcoster]

The lane keep assist lines were a nice touch in editing.

[@RunGSD]

19/24mpg on the awd version is what kills it for me. That’s just not competitive in 2023, especially in states like CA and WA which are forcing a transition to electric sooner than later, which I would expect causes high gas prices to get even higher.

[@dahyelee6717]

Love love new look but very disappointed that the ember light is not on all the time...that light was the signature of Telluride...please bring it back for 2024

[@joeg4707]

Leaning toward keeping my 2020 Telluride. I do like the updated interior with this new model.

[@mig3872]

In the market and Iove the 23 XLine but saw a video on fb of one where engine on fire. Don't know how but is that a legit concern cause that's scary. Any thoughts?

[@justlivinginsaeng]

why did they get rid of the lights??

[@jonlosito2004]

I think they took the front amber lights off of the Telluride for the 2023 model because most people hated it for some reason. I've seen Tellurides in person, but most of them were LX to EX trims.

[@kobbycrentsil2859]

At least they should have it as an option, the old drls were so damn cool especially at night

[@williammanganaro2022]

Very good review and I love both of these SUV's but the prices are just way too high.

[@dmarialexander1519]

The palisade that you received was not up to date to the newest software. we own a 2020 limited and updated it recently and it got rid of the builds

[@chiemekaa]

Did anyone else catch the DRL switch/swap from the amber to the twin bars in the intro?

[@afairser]

The radio bulbs are gone in the last update that you can download

[@jgdpsu]

Nice review. We opted for the 23 Palisade, it's got more luxury features in the Calligraphy for the same price. Also, we got it at MSRP whereas the Telluride is going for a minimum of $6k market adjustment in our area (NJ).

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[@bharok85]

Mind sharing which dealer in NJ had at msrp?

[@chrisjparker11]

Does anyone know if you can get bench seat middle row on this ?

[@destinybellamy5721]

I was going to get a Kia but there mark ups where I live are insane, I just wanted space for my kids and apple car play so we got a Atlas. But Kia is making really nice cars these days can’t go wrong with one.

[@ned8249]

Good job Yuri! It’s a great suv. Dumb they lost the yellow around headlights!

[@CarsTechWood]

Will this powertrain go 200k miles trouble free?

[@franzthompson6661]

Great job yuri considering it’s by yourself I know you guys have done it before single handed but still it’s gotta be more work for you but if I had a choice I would take the red zo6 …. I mean the telluride over the Palaside I didn’t like the front end of the Palaside

[@danielrioux6410]

They need to turbo that 3.8 V-6 or put in the 3.3 from Genesis/Kia Stinger into it and make a powerhouse model like all euro brands do. Everything else meets the mark except for engine choices..... Kia Telluride 3.8L V-6 Turbo with 380ish HP and over 400 ft-lb of torque with performance modes and a killer trim package for 65K 😍

[@Neo.555]

Good job Yuri! ❤️

[@Oliver-nt8pw]

That "subscribe for Yuris baby saying ***" really got me hahahaha

[@nitramossof1784]

I started looking for Telluride in the Baltimore region and found the dealers smugly confident and unyielding regarding their price gouging "dealer adjusted market values." Was looking like that with Palisade Calligraphy until Bob Bell Hyundai in Glen Burnie began advertising they had signed onto Hyundai's "Shopper's Assurance" programs which pledges "transparent pricing." They started selling at straight MSRP- Hallelujah! They got my business. Maybe a limited run like the race track CIVIC I can see a premium for but regular production vehicles? I will never pay a bribe for the "privilege" to purchase. That is for suckers.

[@francisgallozzi2595]

With better looking interior and exterior, I prefer the Palisade Calligraphy

[@the_jarmel]

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[@TheStraightPipes]

More games!!!

[@KansaSCaymanS]

I guess I’m one of the few people who never really liked the amber DRLs, so not sorry to see them go. Overall, the Telluride is a handsome SUV, while the Palisade looks like it’s trying too hard to look luxurious, and comes off as more of a floozie. 😎

[@jfsiiiautomotivereviews8343]

0:22 that shift… mmm, sounds too good.

[@CT37BN]

One of the better looking and appealing SUV that mixes luxury and ruggedness in spades.

[@francisgallozzi2595]

3rd row heated seats too?

[@kristikor4271]

Thanks great review.

[@njlivingston6573]

this x line of the new 2023 Kia Telluride ! just like Yuri driving in the new one.

[@mojaby1988]

Great review, does it come without the pilot seats ? A regular second row

[@corygucwa7098]

I came here for the 2:00 mark and now I am happy. Proceed.

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[@bert29]

I prefer the manual tilt and telescope steering column ... quick and easy and saves weight. but i guess if you're extraordinarily lazy power is good lol

[@TheStraightPipes]

It’s great for seat presets when shared with another driver

[@venkatsamba8677]

I don’t care about all those software options but I need quality in body material, leather and dashboard material. For this price and mpg along with dealer markup prices on these vehicle ,I can go for Lexus/Acura/BMW/Audi/Benz/Volvo

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya I’m not that worried about materials personally -yuri

[@ZedaKeys]

they removed the bulbs in latest update for Hyundai's

[@TheStraightPipes]

It was in the palisade we reviewed. RIP BULBS

[@steveh545]

great video, but miss the banter back and forth. Y'all are both great car reviewers, but the synergy (?) is what makes the Straight Pipes special. (but being a good father is a great excuse for a solo review).

[@S.0.G]

Is it just me or are amber lights on then off at :05?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Photoshop 🤯

[@S.0.G]

@@TheStraightPipes 😭

[@DamaDamage]

seems like I'm not the only one when using 90210 post-code when checking up configs :D

[@Adrianinhd]

Are these cars reliable? Seems like the most stylish “normal” 3rd row SUV on the market. If the reliability is there then its almost a no brainer if you care about driving in style