2023 Kia Telluride review

1. Many trims and body types

The 2023 Kia Telluride offers plenty of choices to suit your lifestyle, including two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive options, nine exterior colors, 14 seat materials/colors, and 10 trims. The LX base trim comes loaded with a V6 engine under the hood, an estimated towing capacity of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped, blind-spot detection technology, a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, and so much more.

Whether you're hauling a large family, a horse trailer, or sports gear, there's sure to be a Telluride that fits your preferences and performance needs.

2. Room for everyone

The 2023 Kia Telluride stands out with seating for eight, thanks to its three-row configuration. Or, if you shop for a model that swaps the standard second-row SUV bench for captain's chairs, you can transport seven people. Plus, with 21 cu-ft of cargo space in the back for anything else you need to carry, this SUV is optimal for growing families or carpoolers. If you're a pet parent, you can activate the one-touch sliding and folding second-row seats or fold the third row down to make space for dog crates.

3. Loaded with handy tech features

If your hands are full with spirited children or a tired soccer team, use the digital key function via your smartwatch or smartphone to unlock your 2023 Kia Telluride as you approach the vehicle to avoid grumbling from impatient passengers.

This SUV also comes standard with USB-C fast charging ports in all three rows, Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ connectivity, a rear-occupant alert system, and more. Tech lovers of all ages are all set in this ride.

4. Helpful driving aids

Whether you're navigating new cities each week for business travel or have a teen driver who's learning the ropes, the 2023 Kia Telluride's standard driver aids can benefit anyone behind the wheel. Enjoy the blind-spot detection technology, LED projector headlights, rear parking sensors, forward collision/rear cross-traffic warning systems, lane departure warning, and so much more. For long highway driving days, intelligent speed-limit assistance can keep you moving at the recommended pace.

5. Ready for varied terrain

For the 2023 model year, the Telluride added standard downhill brake control and hill start assist to help you navigate tricky mountain passes and steep rural hills. There's also a standard Snow mode to optimize traction control on fresh powder. If you choose to upgrade to the X-Line or X-Pro trim, you'll gain an extra half-inch of ground clearance above the usual eight inches, which can make all the difference when navigating deep snow or rocky terrain.