I purchased the 2021 SX-P Nightfall because it was new and appealing. I’ve always considered getting a full-sized truck, but their prices are through the roof.
Now that I see Kia not offering hitches, I feel a bit let down.
I might get a Tacoma instead.
I’ve had my 2020 EX for about 65,000 miles. I can say I wouldn’t hesitate to buy another vehicle, but I can’t fit two Tellurides in my garage, haha.
Everything feels smooth, luxurious, and intuitive. It’s very simple to handle on rough roads, behaving almost like a car. It feels much better than our Forester.
I have a single complaint: our high beams randomly stopped working, and it turned out we needed new headlight fixtures. After checking, it seems there’s a potential recall issue.
I was comparing the Palisade and the Tribeca. I wasn’t impressed with Tribeca (I’m a little angry with Subaru too), while the Palisade had two annoying features—at least for me. One is that it has a gear shift dial, which I’m not a fan of. I prefer the old-fashioned gear shift because it feels more natural. The second, and this is picky, is that the built-in wireless charger is too close to the drink holders. Anyone with a clumsy kid or spouse (or if you’re clumsy yourself) will understand the potential disaster there.
I drive the 2022 SXP. I have about 20,000 miles after eight months. My family of four has been living out of it during our extensive travels across the US. We enjoy it! There aren’t many dislikes so far except one. The rear passenger dome light rattles. I’ve removed it several times, glued the headliner gasket, and added padding to minimize the noise, but it’s still not quite gone. Luckily, that’s a minor issue for me. Overall, we’ve had a great experience. I feel sorry for the 2023 owners without a tow hitch since we couldn’t have completed this road trip without it. Even if we’re not towing anything, we benefit from a Yakima EXO system that connects to the hitch.
I have the 2023. The interior for a Kia is nice. It’s really excellent for an entry luxury car. I bought the Blue with the terra cotta interior. It looks nicer than its price tag. It drives well on the highway and is suitable for city driving. The tech is solid, I find the ride comfortable, and it’s a nice place to be.
The downsides are that the sound system isn’t great (either type). The engine lacks power and feels unresponsive unless I really press the pedal. While it’s a family SUV, it doesn’t feel sporty, which is a bit disappointing. If you’re coming from a four-cylinder SUV or minivan, you’ll probably think it’s powerful enough, but if you’re used to something with more pep, you might be let down.
I own a 2022 SX-P. It has around 11,000 miles and no problems so far. It’s a fantastic car for what it is! Great gas mileage. That said, I see some signs Kia may have quality issues. I think their service is lacking. I worry that if something major happens (knocking on wood), it will be difficult to get quick assistance.
The power feels a little lacking as well.
Would I buy again? No, to be honest. I don’t love the new design and I’m uncertain how long these models will hold up. They haven’t provided enough evidence to suggest they will last. But for now, keeping it new and taking care, it has been a pleasure—just not planning to make this a long-term investment.
I wouldn’t recommend the Telluride unless you’re paying under the sticker price. Remember, you came to a Telluride forum.
Kia has less reliable support compared to Lexus and I’ve had no issues with Toyota. The build quality isn’t as impressive, in my opinion. I knew that going in, as I needed a family car but didn’t want a V8 or a minivan. Given that, it’s a solid choice for a fully optioned model. I’m not really into the 2023 model as much, but I would buy one if something happened to my 2022 SCNF. It rides incredibly smooth and has a great feel, especially after I put on Michelin Defender 2 tires.
It’s still a Kia. I’m sorry to say that on this forum, but it won’t compare to a Lexus. The service and dealership experience are nothing like what you’ll find with Toyota.
For those who usually keep the third-row seating up, do you think it would fit three or four carry-on bags in the cargo area with the third row up? I’m considering this for my first mom car, but since I live a long distance from family, I need the third row for my dog and the cargo space for luggage.
@Del
Try starting a new post on the forum instead of leaving a comment here; you might get better responses since this is an older post. Only I got notified about your comment.
Breck said:
@Del
Try starting a new post on the forum instead of leaving a comment here; you might get better responses since this is an older post. Only I got notified about your comment.
I thought I did. I’m not very experienced with this forum.
Does the Telluride come with power folding third-row seats like the Palisade? In the Palisade, you can push buttons in the trunk to fold the seats for groceries and other items.
I’m drawn to the space in the Telluride and really like the brown leather interior they offer.
I wish I had gone with a Highlander instead.
I got my 2023 EX-S AWD Telluride in mid-May.
I wanted to share my experience so far since I’m about to hit 20,000 miles after traveling this summer and now facing a tough winter.
First off, I can’t tell you about resale yet, but I was shocked to pay over $800 for lower running boards and almost $300 to install at the dealer. I could have tried it myself with YouTube, but it’s cold out, and I don’t feel like it. Parts seem expensive, but I did expect that for a new SUV.
I have NO regrets about getting the Telluride. It was a want, not a need, based on adopting a larger dog that quickly outgrew the backseat of my Subaru Legacy. I analyze every sound and change in my vehicle and have my opinions.
About four months in, I noticed a squeak when turning corners. I mentioned this to my service team and learned that the rear auto-leveling shock was losing air and needed replacing. Thankfully that was covered under warranty, so it wasn’t a big deal. They said it’s a common issue with this SUV too. Now, I’ve noticed slight chirping in the cabin, likely a result of frame shifting, but it’s typical for larger cars and isn’t bothersome.
Winter has brought some attention to the side mirror, which appears warped. It may be from the heating element changing the glass shape, but it’s just the driver’s side, so I’ll report it to service and see if they can fix it. It’s not noticeable when temperatures are stable.
Overall, I’m very satisfied with my purchase. I do think ‘luxury’ isn’t overstating things for the trim package I went with. Driving it is enjoyable, smooth, and quiet. I appreciate the app and the features it offers. I might be underusing the infotainment system, but the Harman-Kardon speakers are great, and my son loves adjusting the interior lighting color. I see myself adjusting well to Kia life, even though I still miss my Subaru sometimes, but the upgrade was worthwhile!
