When the Kia Telluride arrived on display at New York Fashion Week in 2018, Eleonor Segura of Automobile magazine was there to witness its debut, and since then the awards have been stacking up. This year the Telluride has won 2020 Motor Trend Suv of the Year, the IIHS Top Safety Pick, and the All-Star Award from Automobile. It has been such a success that dealers like us right here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis have nicknamed it the “Sell-u-ride”, and many in the marketplace think it looks more desirable than the competition.
The group that produces the blog offered up nine ways that this awesome interior punches above its weight, and some of the cool features you'll find inside.
Upholstery Options: There are nine color and material options that you can utilize to customize the Telluride's upholstery, more than enough to choose from in its category. The Automobile crew's favorites where Butterscotch Leather and Black Nappa Leather seat trims.
Second-Row Seat: Here both grownups and kids can find ultimate comfort due to 42 inches of legroom, plus there are conveniently situated sunshade screens, USB ports, and seats that completely recline and slide.
Center Stack Controls: The location of the climate controls and the layout of the menu is simple and straightforward, and the size of the buttons makes them easy to use even on a bumpy road. Not having a cluttered stance is very important here, and makes for points in the practicality department.
Console Storage: The very massive storage box and side grab handles are two great features, and the Automobile crew claimed they possess the ultimate in tasteful execution. The floor console definitely is capable of commanding attention, and there's more to it than just a standard cup holder like some of the competition boasts.
Infotainment System: Many models out there have been featuring screens that are bigger and bigger, and the EX and SX trim levels now offer a display that is 10.25 inches. Many others besides the Automobile staff loved just how user-friendly it is as well.
Nappa Leather Seat Design: The design pattern for all three Nappa leather upholstery options adds a good bit more flair to the seats, and looks cooler than many of the other options out there. Just a few years back, you were hard-pressed to find anything nearly as sharp-looking, and it feels modern through and through.
LED Interior Lighting: You may not need them often, but we agree that when you do use the map or reading lights in your vehicle, you need them to stand and deliver right away. The Telluride definitely has some of the brightest and best-LED interior lighting found in any vehicle.
Mood Lighting: Available with the SX model, the ambient lighting option offers 64 colors of interior accent lighting. A very cool highlight is that it also extends to the second row of seating, for the times when everyone is in the mood to step out and liven up the party.
Dual Sunroof: The SX model offers up the dual sunroof option, with tilt and slide function on the forward sunroof. As we are now entering the season where everything blooms and the rays are plentiful for soaking up, it is just another winning feature for this vehicle that has already received so much praise and accolade!
