2021 Official Training Material

[StephenCantrelle]

Big Shout out to @yonkster11 to bringing this update to our attention.

Here is the lastest and greatest from Kia on the 2021’s!

Thanks as always!
And Here We Go!!

 

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No Pricing released yet but when it does I will edit this comment to have pricing.

So main changes are Blackout Package on EX AWD Premium and SX AWD Prestige.

Remote Start on all Trims Standard!

LED Headlights on EX Premium with Auto High Beam Assist.

Wolf Gray is addition to the color Family! ** WOLF GRAY is only available on Black Out Packages
Sangria available on SX model!
Glacier White replacing Snow White Pearl.
Black Copper now available on S and EX models as well as SX.
Tow Package to 7 Pin design instead of 4 Pin
Improved Cabin Heater on AWD models

Hope this helps as we transition to 2021’s...
You got the update here first!

 

[NREVANS]

So now I'm wondering about getting that key fob for the 2020s. Cause the current setup is whack. Good info!

 

[BPM]

^ Exactly. May have to wait some time to get confirmation but I'd gladly pay an install fee if it required extra equipment.

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[2020Telly]

Thank you @StephenCantrelle your contributions this forum have been great. Kia should find a way to take your passion to train others on outstanding customer service.

I hope to find out that the 7-pin harness on the 2021 option will fit plug and play into the 2020 model. But at the very least I’m impressed Kia fixed this.

I’m a little confused that Kia didn’t remove the self leveling suspension from the tow package and call it a convienence option like the Palisade. Calling the shocks a towing option is still very misleading since they do nothing for towing.

I’m sure the Remote Start key FOB requires a receiver unit but maybe there will be a retrofit kit for that as well that makes a clean install. 98ft is a more than adequate range!

I presume the upgraded cabin heater on AWD is not because there is a problem but more because Canada only sells AWD and most US AWD sales are in snowy climate areas.

 

[Familyman20]

Thanks Stephen for the updates!

 

[zhelder]

Just noticed something... SX AWD and Prestige models get Michelin 245/60R18 tires. No more 20s without the blackout package? Wonder why the change.

 

[PassingTime]

Thank you for the information. I am glad my 2020 was cancelled with these updates it will be worth the wait. I have been told that I am first on the list at my dealer as I was apparently the top of the list when my 'order' cancelled. We'll see how that works out! I had the Snow White Pearl on order, any idea what the new Glacier White color looks like?

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[jw_tx21]

Just noticed something... SX AWD and Prestige models get Michelin 245/60R18 tires. No more 20s without the blackout package? Wonder why the change.

I think that's a typo... because says 20 with black alloy wheels for SX trim. But, prestige will replace with Michelin tires (because AWD).

 

[StephenCantrelle]

I think that's a typo... because says 20 with black alloy wheels for SX trim. But, prestige will replace with Michelin tires (because AWD).

Just noticed something... SX AWD and Prestige models get Michelin 245/60R18 tires. No more 20s without the blackout package? Wonder why the change.

Yes looks like a Typo. On this spec page for wheels shows 20 on the FWD SX

 

[alexdrums]

Does anybody know what the “LED Positioning Lamps” are?

 

[jw_tx21]

Does anybody know what the “LED Positioning Lamps” are?

Maybe referring to the DRLs and maybe turn signal bulbs in non SX trims? Lights that come on in first position (no headlights)?

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[Schlegel]

Just noticed something... SX AWD and Prestige models get Michelin 245/60R18 tires. No more 20s without the blackout package? Wonder why the change.

I think that's a mistake?

 

[TheBigHouse]

thanks for the info, @StephenCantrelle! Interesting, as I assumed the blacked-out edition was a one-off version that meant you had to get a black exterior, as well - but apparently it is just an option package that can be applied to any color (with a couple of exceptions). Assuming the price of the package is not outrageous, once we actually see what it looks like (not just concept drawings), I hope I can add that option to my outstanding (but not yet allocated) order.

 

[Drabon74]

Any clue about the difference between the new glacier white and the outgoing Snow White?

 

[2020Telly]

Does anybody know what the “LED Positioning Lamps” are?

I thinks it’s just the ability to turn the DRLs on or off independent of the headlamps?