When SUVs first made their exciting and errand checklist-ready appearance on car lots, happy buyers were most likely driving away with a midsize model to satisfy their craving for a crossover that could hopefully make an adventurous trip off road every once in a while. These days there is the three-row family-hauling variety that consumers have a passion for, as well as two-row variations that are a bit more geared for on-road driving.
The 2021 Sorento available here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis is a bit of a refreshing oddity, and the experienced Autoblog.com staff thought so too when they honored both the Sorento and Telluride with their inclusion of the “8 Best SUVs of 2021” list. There are now many choices to navigate through before making your final decision available on the crossover market, and many that seem just a bit too ordinary.
The Kia Telluride stood out enough to rally for this selection with its hefty 3rd-row and cargo space, well-executed technology, upper-end interior, and for not being overly typical. Heavily rewarded when stacked up against competition within the form of its close relative of the Hyundai Palisade, the Telluride has a “go-anywhere” spirit that brings to mind the thrill of conquering the most exotic and international destinations. The Car and Driver staff were overly excited about the Telluride's levels of luxury and utility for the price, as well as its efficient V6 powertrain.
The Kia Sorento is an SUV that gracefully accomplishes the act of squeezing in a third row for anyone who will eventually see the need but remains on a budget. This is the breed of versatility that gives the Sorento a massive advantage over crossovers like the Honda Passport and Chevy Blazer, also brandishing a thorough redesign for 2021. There is the option to select from the more aggressive SX Prestige as well as the trail-ready X-Line trims, and all of the technology features on board have been well-honed to meet the needs of anyone going on a long trip!
As consumers looking for new cars are eager to again embrace freedom and enjoy the ride no matter where they are headed, a choice from Kia like one of these two celebrated models makes sense in a massive way. Take your pick of the Telluride or Sorento at Jim Butler Kia today!
