Kia Telluride

The Kia Telluride is a mid-size SUV produced by Kia since 2019 it is the largest vehicle kia has produced in the United States[1] the vehicle is positioned above the Kia Sorento.

Kia Telluride
2022 Kia Telluride EX (US)
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeON
ProductionFebruary 2019 – present[2]
Model years2020–present (North America)
AssemblyUnited States: West Point, Georgia (KMMG)
DesignerPark Byung-Kyu[3]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV[4][5]
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
ChassisUnibody
RelatedHyundai Palisade
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed A8LF1 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase114.2 in (2,900 mm)
Length196.9 in (5,000 mm)
Width78.3 in (1,990 mm)
Height68.9 in (1,750 mm)
Curb weight4,112–4,482 lb (1,865–2,033 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorKia Mohave/Borrego

History

The Kia Telluride made its debut as a production model at the 2019 North American International Auto Show in January 2019.[6] Before this, a unique version of the vehicle was showcased at New York Fashion Week in September 2018, designed in collaboration with fashion designer Brandon Maxwell and reflecting a Texas-themed collection.

The Kia Telluride also shares many parts with the Hyundai Palisade[7] the Telluride is also the first Kia made mainly for The American market and was designed at the Kia design Center in irvine, the vehicle is powered by a 3.8-liter Lambda II V6 Atkinson cycle gasoline engine of 291 hp and equipied with a 8 speed automatic transmision and also have front-wheel drive (fwd) or all wheel drive (awd) versions In 2023 it received a facelift the facelift has features such as a 12.3 inch instrument panel with changes on the headlights front grille and front bumper.[8]

  • 2023 Kia Telluride
    2023 Kia Telluride

Concept

Kia Telluride Concept

the concept version was debuted at the North American International Auto Show in 2016 it was made using a modified Kia Sorento chassis powered by a transversely-mounted 3.5-liter gasoline direct inject v6 that have 270hp combined with a electric engine that have 130 hp making the concept have 400hp[9]

The exterior of the concept vehicle was painted in a dark pyrite color and featured a boxy body design, mounted on 22-inch wheels. It included an enlarged tiger nose grille and multiple LED headlights, aligning with Kia’s design style as of 2016.[10] The vehicle's suicide doors opened 90 degrees in opposite directions,[11] revealing a design without a central pillar. Some interior parts were made using 3D printing technology, marking Kia's first time utilizing this method.[12] The concept was designed by Tom Kearns from the Kia Design Center America.[13]

Markets

The Kia Telluride was made mainly for the American market it is also sold in Canada Mexico and Middle East it is not sold in South Korea instead its sister model the Hyundai Palisade is sold there.

References

  1. ↑ "New SUV with a Colorado name is so hot dealers can't keep it in stock". Denver Post. 15 December 2019. Retrieved 13 January 2020.
  2. ↑ "First 2020 Kia Telluride Rolls Off The Production Line". CarBuzz. February 20, 2019.
  3. ↑ US D889319, Park, Byung Kyu, "Automobile", published 2020-07-07, assigned to Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp. 
  4. ↑ "2020 Kia Telluride". Cars. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  5. ↑ Stafford, Eric (July 16, 2020). "2021 Kia Telluride Review, Pricing, and Specs". Car and Driver.
  6. ↑ "2020 Kia Telluride Makes Texas-Sized Debut At NY Fashion Week". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2018-10-01.
  7. ↑ Bragman, Aaron. "What's the Difference Between the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and 2020 Kia Telluride?". Cars.com. Retrieved 14 May 2019.
  8. ↑ "2023 Kia Telluride Review, Pricing, and Specs". Car and Driver. 2022-04-13. Retrieved 2022-05-17.
  9. ↑ Sheehan, Sam (January 11, 2016). "Kia Telluride concept SUV revealed". Autocar. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  10. ↑ Atiyeh, Clifford (January 11, 2016). "Kia Telluride Concept: Fool's Gold". Car and Driver. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  11. ↑ Hard, Andrew (January 11, 2016). "Kia debuts three-row, seven-passenger Telluride concept in Detroit". Digital Trends. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  12. ↑ Garlitos, Kirby (January 12, 2016). "2016 Kia Telluride Concept". Top Speed. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  13. ↑ "KIA TELLURIDE CONCEPT MAKES WORLD DEBUT AT NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW IN DETROIT". Kia Media. January 11, 2016. Retrieved February 14, 2016.