The big news from Kia is the upcoming Kia Telluride. This is a three-row, full-size luxury SUV designed to take driving and riding to the next level. The Telluride promises to be much more than just an SUV; it will feature the latest design elements both inside and out, new technologies, and extreme comfort. Here is what we know about the 2020 Kia Telluride.
The Cabin
The Telluride will have room for up to eight passengers, with captain’s chairs in the first two rows and a bench seat in the back. There is black leather upholstery, and the second row will feature foldaway footrests for the ultimate in comfort. Up above, a huge panoramic sunroof will let in lots of natural light, allowing the sun to shine down on all the beautiful materials in the cabin.
Smart Sensors
This SUV will have technology designed to make sure its passengers are feeling their best. Kia installed smart sensors in the four front seats that will capture the passenger’s vital health information and then display it on the interior door panels. The LER, or Light-Emitted Rejuvenation, the system will respond to the findings by adjusting the therapeutic light that sits on a ceiling-mounted LED panel.
The Power
The Telluride will come with a hybrid powertrain that includes a 3.5-liter V-6 engine and an electric motor that will generate a combined 400 horsepower. The transverse-mounted powertrain will work along with an advanced all-wheel-drive system to help you get up to 30 miles per gallon on the highway.
The Exterior Look
The exterior design of the Telluride features a large tiger-nose grille up front and thin vertical taillights around back, along with dual exhaust tips. It will have front- and rear-hinged doors that open up to 90 degrees and polished metal skid plates. It will also have recessed quad-LED headlights, horizontal LED indicator lights for a modern look, and 22-inch five-spoke wheels.
The concept version of the Telluride features off-road equipment such as a built-in winch, off-road lights that sit ahead of the grille and pull hooks in the corner vents. The concept vehicle also features side skirts, a huge luggage rack, and a side ladder to help you get up to the luggage racks. There are still some questions about whether or not these features will make it to the production model.
The Technology
It is not clear what Kia will offer for technology, but there is speculation about two large screens on the dashboard, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto phone connectivity, and hopefully a standard Wi-Fi hot spot. Kia does indicate that the Telluride will have a fingerprint-activated push-button start, interior door-panel view screens, and 3D-printed dashboard door panels and steering wheel. It will also have wireless phone charging, and Swipe Command, which is a touch-sensitive system for the second-row medial control band.
There is still a lot to learn about the 2020 Kia Telluride, but what we know is exciting. Stay tuned for an update as we learn more about this upcoming vehicle.
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