KIA Telluride's Competition

[Sal Collaziano]

Let's discuss all the viable competitors to the KIA Telluride. As mentioned in another discussion, the Telluride is not a large SUV. It's a midsize. Competitors are the BMW X5, Volkswagen Atlas, Subaru Ascent. What else does the Telluride directly compete with?

• Hyundai Palisade
• BMW X5
• Volkswagen Atlas
• Subaru Ascent
• Ford Explorer
• Honda Pilot
• Toyota Highlander
• Mazda CX-9
• Chevrolet Traverse
• GMC Acadia
• Buick Enclave
• Dodge Durango

...from AutoBlog's comparison article: 2020 Kia Telluride comparison: Specs and pricing versus other 3-row crossovers

 

[Steve]

Hyundai Palisade

 

[Sal Collaziano]

Hyundai Palisade

Yeah, I'd say so. I'll update the first post as more suggestions come in...

 

[Sal Collaziano]

Is the BMW X7 just an X5 with a third row? If so, then it could be added here as a competitor to the Telluride. Have we missed anything in the first post?

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[jackson]

 

[YEH]

Really wouldn't consider the X5 (in terms of space, would be the X7) as a competitor, even if some may cross-shop the 2.

Kia is contemplating developing its own lux CUV (or 2) based on the GV80's platform - which would actually compete head-to-head w/ the X5.

 

[mrmac]

Is the BMW X7 just an X5 with a third row? If so, then it could be added here as a competitor to the Telluride. Have we missed anything in the first post?

Seeing as you can add an optional 3rd row (albeit nearly useless for adults) in the X5, I consider both the X5 and X7 competitors to the Telluride. The X7, due to front and rear cosmetic protrusions, measures almost 7 inches longer than the Telluride, yet interior capacities are similar.

 

[sportsguy]

I am cross shopping Telluride vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee - Limited X

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[mrmac]

I am cross shopping Telluride vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee - Limited X

JGC is nice, but only two row and you'll need to use the Summit level for an accurate comparison. The Durango is at least a three row.

 

[sportsguy]

JGC is nice, but only two row and you'll need to use the Summit level for an accurate comparison. The Durango is at least a three row.

Agree.

I really like the exterior look of Grand Cherokee Limited X or Altitude, but the interior of the Jeep is very dated, and wish they had more color options for leather seats.

I am on the fence about waiting for Palisade, as I really want a digital instrument cluster.

 

[westcoastTelly]

Seeing as you can add an optional 3rd row (albeit nearly useless for adults) in the X5, I consider both the X5 and X7 competitors to the Telluride. The X7, due to front and rear cosmetic protrusions, measures almost 7 inches longer than the Telluride, yet interior capacities are similar.

BMW = Buy More Warranty .......................I've got all the scars ,9 of them over 12 years . Take them off your list unless you want an intimate relationship with their service department . I will say that my 5.0 X5 Sport was the best BMW we had

 

[sportsguy]

BMW = Buy More Warranty .......................I've got all the scars ,9 of them over 12 years . Take them off your list unless you want an intimate relationship with their service department . I will say that my 5.0 X5 Sport was the best BMW we had

actually was also looking at used 2016 BMW X3 and X5 , around $35k with 30k miles. I love iDrive infotainment, but looks like Telluride infotainment has similiar setup with split screen - and Carplay, which older BMW does not have.

Telluride vs BMW SUV!

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[westcoastTelly]

actually was also looking at used 2016 BMW X3 and X5 , around $35k with 30k miles. I love iDrive infotainment, but looks like Telluride infotainment has similiar setup with split screen - and Carplay, which older BMW does not have.

Telluride vs BMW SUV!

my only advise if you choose BMW , make sure its a CPO , and if they offer an extended warranty buy it . My wifes last BMW was a 550 GT as it was hitting the end of the warranty period and we had decided to keep it a few more years , and thankfully purchased an extended warranty for $3K .................5 months later we had incurred OVER $13,000 k IN REPAIRS . Steering wheel assembly , power seats , transmission .........................they are expensive to fix . Its part of the Kia charm with the longer warranty .

 

[Razorback]

Agree.

I really like the exterior look of Grand Cherokee Limited X or Altitude, but the interior of the Jeep is very dated, and wish they had more color options for leather seats.

I am on the fence about waiting for Palisade, as I really want a digital instrument cluster.

I just traded my JGC Overland for a Telluride and love the Telluride way more than my Jeep!

 

[sportsguy]

I just traded my JGC Overland for a Telluride and love the Telluride way more than my Jeep!

what do you like the most vs. jeep? interior, infotainment, extra legroom?

 

[SorentoSXL]

Old thread. Anyway, I just recently had seat time in my friend's '19 Acura MDX. While I'm familiar with the car, I hadn't seen in a new one in a few years. The MDX may be a dynamic car to drive but I was left less than impressed by its interior. I know it will be replaced soon but for the current asking price, I would say it's not on par with the Kia for family use (it's sized more like a Sorento inside it seems). No 3rd row a/c vents which I found really surprising and he had the Advance trim. The two screen interface was ancient at best with abysmal graphics. It seemed well made from a craftsmanship standpoint but the materials themselves were nothing to write home about. I think it just goes to show how much people are impressed by marketing and brand names vs the actual product. It also has no secondary sunroof which I find really odd since damn near every 3 row SUV save the CX-9 has that now. It did have passenger side lumbar and a power tilt wheel. But for about $10k more, I just think it's worth it. If Kia can improve their powertrains, I think they can continue to punch above their weight.

I will be curious to see his reaction once my Telluride gets here!



*No shade to any Acura owners

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