Downshift issue?

[pwrful4]

I have a 2020 SX AWD with about 5,000 miles. I've noticed recently that when I'm doing anywhere from 20-40 mph and give it gas it's reluctant to downshift to accelerate. It seems to bog down in the 1,500-2,000 rpm range with decent pedal travel. If I really get my foot in it, it will downshift and get into the higher rpms, but not the normal small bump down to get going if that makes sense. I'm in comfort mode and it's been hot and humid here in Alabama. Anyone else experience this?

 

[Karen]

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I have a 2020 SX AWD with about 5,000 miles. I've noticed recently that when I'm doing anywhere from 20-40 mph and give it gas it's reluctant to downshift to accelerate. It seems to bog down in the 1,500-2,000 rpm range with decent pedal travel. If I really get my foot in it, it will downshift and get into the higher rpms, but not the normal small bump down to get going if that makes sense. I'm in comfort mode and it's been hot and humid here in Alabama. Anyone else experience this?

n Georgia and mine does that in comfort so I keep mine in smart and it seems to shift better.

 

[pwrful4]

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n Georgia and mine does that in comfort so I keep mine in smart and it seems to shift better.

Thanks, misery loves company! My car was built in Dec 2019, didn't know if the transmission TSB applies to mine as I can't find the build date.

 

[bruesjoh04]

Thanks, misery loves company! My car was built in Dec 2019, didn't know if the transmission TSB applies to mine as I can't find the build date.

Your build date is in your door jamb if you’re looking for that.

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[pwrful4]

Learn something new everyday, thanks much. My car was built on 12/10/19, ironically the date range for the TCM reflash is through 12/9/19!

Your build date is in your door jamb if you’re looking for that.

 

[Tellthemride]

Same question was reported by others.

Coasting?

Apologies if this thread exists already. Have had my Telley for about a week - S trim. All great, but I noticed that when I’m driving 30 mph or so, and take my foot off the accelerator, it coasts for a couple of seconds, and then feels like the brakes are being gently applied and it slows...

tellurideforum.org

Likely explaination is engine breaking for efficiency/longevity.

What is Engine Braking (and Why you Should do it)

Using your engine to help you slow down is not only better for your brakes, it's better for your wallet. Find out why.

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[pwrful4]

This is acceleration issue I'm experiencing not deceleration.

Same question was reported by others.

Coasting?

Apologies if this thread exists already. Have had my Telley for about a week - S trim. All great, but I noticed that when I’m driving 30 mph or so, and take my foot off the accelerator, it coasts for a couple of seconds, and then feels like the brakes are being gently applied and it slows...

tellurideforum.org

Likely explaination is engine breaking for efficiency/longevity.

What is Engine Braking (and Why you Should do it)

Using your engine to help you slow down is not only better for your brakes, it's better for your wallet. Find out why.

www.matfoundrygroup.com

 

[James]

I have a 2020 SX AWD with about 5,000 miles. I've noticed recently that when I'm doing anywhere from 20-40 mph and give it gas it's reluctant to downshift to accelerate. It seems to bog down in the 1,500-2,000 rpm range with decent pedal travel. If I really get my foot in it, it will downshift and get into the higher rpms, but not the normal small bump down to get going if that makes sense. I'm in comfort mode and it's been hot and humid here in Alabama. Anyone else experience this?

I have the exact same problem. I notice it mostly when turning a corner without stoping and trying to accelerate it just seems to bog down and slowly, as rpms build ,it picks up speed. It is worse in smart mode and slightly better in sport. That is my only disappointment with this car. Mine is a 2020 SXP 11,000 miles.

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[2020Telly]

Is the common thread that this is happening on AWD only? Has anyone experienced any weird downshifting on a FWD?

 

[TellMeSomethingGood]

'21 AWD, just built. We took it back to the dealership for a check I because of this issue. Dealer mechanics said it's the dual clutch transmission and common in AWD vehicles during slow down for gas mileage. Seems like Smart mode makes it less noticeable. Easily my least favorite thing about it, but that's because everything else is awesome!

 

[bruesjoh04]

'21 AWD, just built. We took it back to the dealership for a check I because of this issue. Dealer mechanics said it's the dual clutch transmission and common in AWD vehicles during slow down for gas mileage. Seems like Smart mode makes it less noticeable. Easily my least favorite thing about it, but that's because everything else is awesome!

The Telluride doesn’t have a dual clutch transmission. Maybe they were thinking of the new Sorento (which does)?

 

[TellMeSomethingGood]

The Telluride doesn’t have a dual clutch transmission. Maybe they were thinking of the new Sorento (which does)?

That's embarrassing, for them and for me. It's particularly noticeable when coasting up hill at low speeds. Definitely didn't notice this when test driving. May be related to the AWD system? But would that affect the transmission when just coasting to stop?

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[2020Telly]

There is a note about “shock” when AWD lock disengages. Maybe that’s what is happening?

 

[TellMeSomethingGood]

There is a note about “shock” when AWD lock disengages. Maybe that’s what is happening?
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I was going to play with this to see what happened, thanks for the info. Maybe I'm feeling the transition back and forth between Lock and Auto. If it is I wonder if there is a way to disengage it in settings. I'll follow up, thank you!

 

[bruesjoh04]

There is a note about “shock” when AWD lock disengages. Maybe that’s what is happening?
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I’m pretty sure this is not the issue. Nobody uses AWD lock in daily driving and it isn’t designed for use on dry pavement anyway.

 

[vinceisvince]

my most hated feature... feel like selling the car cause it’s so damn annoying. seriously come on kia

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[G-32016]

going to take it in for same problem, but with base model. Not all wheel drive that I know of...

 

[vinceisvince]

going to take it in for same problem, but with base model. Not all wheel drive that I know of...

it’s normal