Kia Telluride History
Catalog record
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Launched for the 2020 model year and assembled in West Point, Georgia, the Telluride is Kia's largest and most upscale SUV — a three-row, eight-passenger crossover that took aim at the Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander at a lower price.
It won the 2020 World Car of the Year and numerous other awards, becoming a cultural phenomenon and the model most responsible for elevating Kia's brand perception in the United States.
Body styles
- 4-door SUV
Notable special editions & performance variants
Telluride X-Pro
Off-road-oriented trim with all-terrain tires and skid plates; added to give the Telluride more adventure credibility.
Telluride SX Prestige
The top luxury trim, with quilted Nappa leather and a panoramic sunroof.
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