Hey everyone.
I love my 2022 Telluride SX—no issues and I have the extended warranty.
I’m wondering if it’s a good idea to sell it before it reaches 100k miles, as I’m currently at 83k. Considering how much I drive, would it be worth getting a new one to stay within warranty coverage? Does anyone have experience with repairs after 100k miles?
The oldest Tellurides are only 5 years old, with the first model year being 2019. There’s no indication that they will suddenly fail at 100k miles, nor is there proof they’ll reliably last to 200k miles.
That said, I wouldn’t sell a paid-off car to upgrade to a newer model with a higher payment. Save the money instead and handle repairs as needed. If the car needs replacing at 125k miles, you’ll have a down payment ready. If it doesn’t, you’ll still be driving a reliable 5-year-old vehicle.
I do all the work on my Telluride myself, and I have to say, it’s incredibly simple underneath—like something from the early 2000s. Everything is made of steel and easy to access. My main concern would be expensive repairs related to electrical components in the dash and infotainment system. However, parts like brakes, suspension, bushings, control arms, and shocks are straightforward and accessible, so I don’t think it would be overly costly to keep it running.
Hey, another high-mileage 2022 owner! We have 93k miles on our 2022 S AWD, and so far, we haven’t had any issues. It doesn’t use any oil. We plan to send an oil sample to Blackstone at the next change around 97,500 miles to check for wear metals. If anything fails, it might be the transmission, but even if it costs $5k to fix, that’s still less than extending our payments for 2 more years.
The depreciation on a new car will far exceed any additional maintenance costs you might incur. If you’re wealthy enough that spending $100 or more a week isn’t a concern for you, then go for it!
I suggest upgrading, especially if you drive high mileage frequently. Why? The Highway Driving Assist (HDA) performance has improved significantly from HDA1 to the 2024 HDA2, and this difference will likely grow even more by 2025.
For reference, consider the 2025 Santa Fe and Kia EV9, as Kia’s next model will likely reflect these advancements.