2023 Kia Telluride Discussion

[weezer]

Looks like minor upgrades to the exterior from what can be visible through the body cladding. DRL lights seem to be "twin in nature now" with two narrower light outlines side by side. For the rear lights it appears that there is some black trim around the LED's, which looks to give a cool effect. No interior still shots(some interior clips in the video) or specs yet but hopefully we get the digital cockpit, HDA2, and some interior ambient lighting that doesn't dim away almost completely once you shift into park (2021 you can no longer turn off dimming when shifting into drive).

As for an ETA, it could be as soon as January 2022 or as late as Fall 2022.

What options or changes are you hoping to see?

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[IntruderM]

First spy shots of the 2023 Telluride. Looks like the DRLs are changing to 2 narrower rectangles and probably a new wheel design.




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[Husker Soze]

… yeah, those manhole cover design with the current wheels are not really a crowd favorite.

 

[mrad31]

I wonder if this is the UAE version, just based on the plate length and those rear bumper lights look similar to current with likely an amber bulb in the clear housing and a rear fog lamp next to it. Those headlights will be interesting..

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[PittPa]

Hoping my car is still selling for more that I paid and there is some engine and suspension upgrades. If so, I'm in.

 

[NDBlackEX]

I wonder if this is the UAE version, just based on the plate length and those rear bumper lights look similar to current with likely an amber bulb in the clear housing and a rear fog lamp next to it. Those headlights will be interesting..

I could be wrong but being a signature design feature, I'm not sure they would change the headlights on the US model and then leave them exposed while the sheet metal is camouflaged. They look like the same buckets but with a different light design. Why not use the current headlight for the tester if you're looking to hide design?

 

[mrad31]

I could be wrong but being a signature design feature, I'm not sure they would change the headlights on the US model and then leave them exposed while the sheet metal is camouflaged. They look like the same buckets but with a different light design. Why not use the current headlight for the tester if you're looking to hide design?

Yeah I mean I’m curious on how they’ll look lit up of course. But this redesign looks like it gained some inspiration from the Mojave.

One thing I would like to see is maybe move the reverse lights to the bumper and exaggerate the taillights to come across the hatch. Headlights are great IMO, so are the tails but I think it would clean up the look a little.

 

[Bearicus23]

all I wish for more tech upgrade inside on all trims like digital cluster like the latest sportage and boost in performance, id upgrade mine in a heartbeat

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[zhelder]

all I wish for more tech upgrade inside on all trims like digital cluster like the latest sportage and boost in performance, id upgrade mine in a heartbeat

I’d say the full digital cluster is a good bet, but it’s very unlikely the engine and transmission are going to be upgraded for a mid-cycle refresh. A tweek to eke out a few more HP and torque is a long shot, but it will be almost definitely be the same powertrain.

 

[maypo52]

Saw this today: 2023 Kia Telluride Facelift Spied For The First Time

 

[superk1977]

Here's a render of this: 2023 Kia Telluride Facelift Rendered After Spy Video Emerges

 

[Slack Attack]

Here's a render of this: 2023 Kia Telluride Facelift Rendered After Spy Video Emerges

Interesting. I actually really don’t like those new headlights but definitely think the taillight revision looks nice. I’m shocked Kia is trying to change the orange rectangular DRLs, they look so iconic and great!

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[WolfGrayTelly]

Interesting. I actually really don’t like those new headlights but definitely think the taillight revision looks nice. I’m shocked Kia is trying to change the orange rectangular DRLs, they look so iconic and great!

After looking at it more self, I have to agree. I like the current headlight style. In terms of other updates/changes, the rest of the exterior/interior seems to remain unchanged. But only time will tell.

I ordered a '22 but really want a digital display. I'm sure the 2023 will get it but I'm not going to wait another 1.5yrs to get one

 

[Sunshine]

I wouldn't be too bummed out if I had just gotten a 2022 and that was the change for 2023. Although, that may possibly be an improvement on the headlights. Not necessarily on looks, but they may work better.

 

[T_ride]

2023 Kia Telluride. Some spy shots are coming out and digital renders.

 

[PittPa]

Since I own the first year it came out, its basically the same car in 23. Not so sure if I like the headlights any better.

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[weezer]

New up close spy pics surfaced today. Looks like wolf grey with nightfall however the rims are a two tone. I would be surprised if the nightfall editions do not have completely blacked out rims, but this also could be just for testing.

 

[WolfGrayTelly]

New up close spy pics surfaced today. Looks like wolf grey with nightfall however the rims are a two tone. I would be surprised if the nightfall editions do not have completely blacked out rims, but this also could be just for testing.

oof, I do not like those rims at all!

 

[2020Telly]

Interesting to see the roof rails are no longer flush. I guess that helps you tie stuff down more, but not as sleek looking. Also noticed the stacked fog lights on either side.

 

[Tellmeride]

oof, I do not like those rims at all!

Much worse than the rims