How Reliable Is a Kia Telluride After a Year? Long-Term 2020 Kia Telluride Review
For the second year in a row, the Kia Telluride was voted as Edmunds Top Rated SUV. What better way to validate that decision than by owning one for a year? That's exactly what we did.
What was it like to live with a 2020 Kia Telluride for nearly a year? What makes the Kia Telluride our favorite SUV for two years in a row? Find out as Edmunds wraps up its ownership of a 2020 Kia Telluride. This video covers what we liked and what we didn't, as well as fuel economy and other key attributes.
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Intro 00:00
What we got and why 1:33
What it was like to live with 2:30
Team feedback 8:10
Recalls 10:18
Maintenance 11:34
Reliability 12:25
Fuel economy 12:55
What it's worth now 13:35
Conclusion 14:02
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Keep the hyunddai for 100k to really see how reliable it is.
@@gigi9467 Kept my 2012 KIA Sorento for 80K miles before replacing it with a 2018 model. The current owner has added another 40,000 miles. Our experiences have been identical. No problems whatsoever. None.
@@stephenhendricks103 damn then i guess the majority of ppl that prefer to buy hondas or toyotas are the atupid ones huh? U the smart one. Lol
KIA =💩💩💩💩💩💩
Watch a video of the factory in Georgia building the Telluride and you'll see why the vehicle is so popular. A lot of care goes into making this product.
Are we going to ignore the fact that he brought a garden hose out to the high desert for a 5 second clip in his review? That's some next level planning.
Thanks for noticing 😉
@@MVBT not this model, not this engine. You do know that Toyota and Honda have had engine fire issues as well.
This is a beautiful review of a beautiful vehicle. Well balanced, truthful, light-hearted and still covers the important ground that prospective owners will need to help them make a decision. Well done Edmunds.
Very excellent review - concise and tons of valuable facts and information - also very good at appearing objective and showing no apparent favoritism or bias. Well done!
I’ve put 58k on my 2021 in 15 months and this thing is a beast. Great gas mileage and serviced every 5k. OEM Pirelli tires last 55k and were replaced with recently. Would definitely recommend this to anyone in this market.
Thanks for the positive we just got one 2021 used
Hi, just curious to know if you’d still recommend the 2023 Telluride. Assuming you’ve had yours for over two years 😃
Regarding KIA long term regarding KIA reliability I have had three KIA,s (1) 2011 Sorento , 75,000 miles, no problems (2013 Optima Hybrid 64,000 miles, no problems) Presently driving a 2014 KIA soul, just turned 64,000 miles, have replaced (1) battery and one set of tires, It has had two trips from Yuma AZ to New Jersey, approx. 7000 miles each. Great Long distance car, Still running strong. I'm sold on KIA.
JUST AWD AND NO HI/LO TRANSFER CASE. GETS STUCK IN LOOSE DIRT AS PER CAR & DRIVER MAGAZINE.
My Kia Soul was my favourite car I’ve ever had. I now drive a Mitsubishi…were trading in for a Carnival or Telluride. Kia all the way.
@@hillsturrr Check out the engine recall!
I have kia soul 2014 108,000 miles just replace battery, spark coil and cooling fan
@@elforrestgump If you had to replace the cooling fan, that is an issue.
I've had mine for over a year and it's still so comfortable! My family and I love our Telluride!!
Hi Courtney, I was thinking about getting a Telluride myself. What can you say about the gas. Will $40.00 fill the tank or more. Right now I pay $3.00 a gallon.
I really enjoyed this review. I like the simplicity and still well detailed review . I agree the 3rd row must be the biggest on this SUV category. thanks for the great review !
Great informative and entertaining review. Well done, Jonathan!
This might be the best car review I have ever seen. Great job!
The hose skit was pretty funny. Excellent review. Give this guy a raise.
This is great to review cars after 1 or 2 years of usage. Not only features are important but how long they last or interact with our everyday activities. Great video and keep produce these videos !!!
I agree with the review. I bought an EX trim and still love it! Kia gives you the options to turn the features on and off and as a new owner I would read the manual. Alot of good info I did not know about the vehicle.
Our Kia is so great!! We have a 2009 Kia Borrego. We got it probably about 10 years ago. It has over 200k miles and still runs perfectly! We wished there was a newer version of one of those but were instead redirected to the Telluride! We are excited
Great, balanced review and love your subtle humor, kept interest.
Great job with the monologue and explanation. I really enjoyed it.
WOW! Jindo is a rare breed in the US. Great breed! Telluride looks so COOL!!!
KIA =💩💩💩💩💩💩
@@asfdafasdfwfrg Your comment tells me you know 💩💩💩💩💩💩about cars!
@@asfdafasdfwfrg It is 💩 in Korea, with workers watching KZhead, but it's much better in the US.
Just picked up a ‘22 yesterday. I can’t get my wife to get out of it. She absolutely loves it!
SEATS DO NOT COME OUT. JUST AWD AND NO HI/LO TRANSFER CASE. GETS STUCK IN LOOSE DIRT AS PER CAR & DRIVER MAGAZINE.
@@iamgermane well, I don’t need the seats to come out as they lay flat and leave plenty of space, and we don’t don’t drive off-road, so it works for us. If you NEED it to do those things, don’t get it.
@@CaptCap25 Why not get a minivan then?
@@iamgermane wife preference. The best reason. I happen to like it too. It’s cool if you don’t.
@@CaptCap25 Iam doesn't seem like the kind of person that likes when people don't adhere to his/her way of thinking.
Best Edmunds video I have seen. Nice job. Funny and original.
This was very informative. Thank you so much
Great review. I’ve had my SX AWD Telluride since Halloween and I am very happy with it. I do not use the auto open feature on the back hatch because it will try to open when I am walking behind it and my garage door is closed. It has been cold lately so I need to close the garage door to take my daughters inside if they are asleep. I traded in a 2019 Volvo XC60 for a Telluride. Still love the Volvo but I needed more space and this is easier to move around in than the XC90 with a more useable 3rd row at a lot lower price. Of course, the quality of the materials are not the same as Volvo’s but it is still a great buy because of all the features the Telluride comes with. Not that it matters but I have received more compliments on the Telluride than I did on the Volvo. People cannot believe it is a Kia. I have had retail store employees walk past it at store pick up spots because they are looking for a Kia. I had to ask them who they were looking for. 😂 Some friends did wonder why I downgraded but once they see it they understand. I will never put on the “other” Kia badges on. Not judging people who do but I don’t get that. I drive a lot and I only get about 360 miles per fill up where I would get closer to 410 with the Volvo. They both have similar mpg. It feels odd to only pay $28 to fill up because it only needs 87 but I would prefer to pay a little more and gas up a little less often. I am averaging 20.8 mpg. But overall, all of the extra cargo space is worth it.
and you are one of the ones that bought it over sticker hurting the rest of us that refuse to buy unless discounted?
@@gosman949 I live in San Antonio and bought my Telluride in Austin because I refused to pay the markups in town. If you noticed, I mentioned that I bought mine on Halloween. Some dealerships will do what they need to do at the end of the month to hit their monthly goals. I would recommend you do some legwork instead of being “one of those” that plays the victim and I will continue to be “one of those that is enjoying their Telluride now.”
James, I heard that some things can be covered with alum foil which restricts that activity. Have you tried it? Grandma
@James Barron well it's almost Halloween, I live in Austin, and in the market. Maybe I should check it out. Where did you go in Austin and how did you like the dealership?
@@jriggatx Kia of South Austin. Dealership was great. I arrived 15 ‘til closing. 😂
Great lesson. Thanks man
Wow. Carlos bought one - it must be good! It would be great to hear about the staffs personal cars and why they bought it.
Yelp, Carlos is your God.
Great video! We bought a Telluride and are very happy with it! Thank you!
New Subscriber to your channel, informative, concise and short ❤️
Design can really be used as a competitive advantage and Kia really understood that with the Telluride when they designed this handsome car!
Send the check to Volvo....
Damn that’s a nice looking ride. It’s been getting a ton of top reviews. Looking to trade in our Santa Fe sport. This may be a good option. Thanks for the review.
My mind is made. I've been doing heavy research into what's gonna be my retirement/daddy/granddaddy vehicle. This is it.
I’m about ready to bite the bullet too.
This guy here! I’m not interested in the Telluride. Just came to see what the car’s interior had to offer but I got to say...the host was hilarious. It tickled me when he called dibs on those backseats and that comment about the kids. OMG, the garden hose! Funny dude!!
As of the end of January 2021. I have had my Telluride for a year now. It's a solid SUV but it's not Flawless by any means. I will say the all-wheel drive is definitely worth it! I found that Smart mode is the best mode. Regardless of weather or fuel economy.
Great video, thank you so much this was super helpful!
Just got my 2020 telluride and I love it!!
This was a fantastic review. Thank you.
Getting my 22 in few weeks, can't wait.
I've had my Telluride for almost a year now in August. put almost 11k km on it. telluride is great i drove 1175 km = 14 ish hours plus stopping for snacks and what not non stop great comfort i have a baby seat and a booster seat in back with the mother and they all were comfortable. fuel economy is great i had the 4Cyl turbo 2015 Sorento for this and had the same.
Helpful review. I have an 19 Ascent but am considering other possibilities due to the bad seats. They are too firm and uncomfortable for anything but short trips.
Thanks for the video. I hope to see another one about 4 years from now for the 5-year reliability check. Our 2011 Toyota Highlander is still doing great.
Great review,
Excellent video. Very informative and entertaining. :)
I bought a 2020 Kia Telluride in October. I absolutely love it! In a few years I'm almost positive I'll trade it in for a new one.
This is a really good review
You need an electronic review view mirror to complete the tech package. Buy yes, it is on my list of SUV to shop.
Power fold 3rd row? Would it be faster or simpler? More dependable? Lets stop asking manufacturers to create unnecessaries. That type of thinking got us fake exhaust from speakers.
@floyd watt so what?
...wants and needs. He "wants" a power 3rd row, but doesn't "need" one. If he needs one, then he "needs" to look at a different vehicle. Journalist nit-picky stuff because he's a journalist.
@@K03sport no ome needs it, but the video showed how fast and simple it was. I wouldn't want it on a base model Mercedes. I'd prefer the reliability of mechanics over electrical which will go bad in time.
@floyd watt and they may be easier to get than the Telluride!
And thus a KIA costs $45k. Cameras, tech, folding seats, etc..... Yea, you read that right a $45k KIA!!
We’ve had our Telluride for almost 2 years. Best vehicle we have ever owned. No issues. Love the rear cup holders in the center console. Only think I don’t like are the Halogen headlights on the EX. Easy upgrade but don’t know why Kia just didn’t put full LED in all of the trims.
Two Years with no problem. Sounds Great!
Agree on the headlamps. Seems stupid and frivilous on KIA's part.
@@gergrogers7385 Most manufacturers have standard halogen in the base models. It’s what separates the line.
@@speakup733 next time they'll praise cars for having door handles. I mean, I love em, they're very useful for opening the doors. 😏😏😏
@@Kush333 - problems start to come around yr 3 and 4.. tires, batts and alternator so far..
I like the look and I love where it is made....
Edmunds has a great team, I remember watching InsideLine, I miss it. It's a shame MotorTrend dominates the auto video segment the way it does.
Excellent video‼️I wish I would have seen this before I purchased as I would have gotten the higher model.
owner of corvette, 2 harley touring bikesn old indian motorcycle...yet we are @ kia car family purchased 2014 sorrento and was pleased, not delighted but good enough we had baby and i went for the 2020 telluride with every bell and whistle. I love this vehicle! it out performs every vehicle in its class and many much more expensive I love every aspect of this vehicle....delighted in every way>>>however, just one serious flaw i did not forsee! Wife and baby daughter love it just as much...the only time i drive it is when i play chaueffeur or take it out for late night spin Very happy with this purchase and am very difficult to please at this level. Kudos Kia on this one!
Really well researched review. I loved the presentation too.
I am so sick of people complaining about the auto tailgate. leave keys in house if watering your flowers and or Shut the feature off. Why complain about something that is nice to have and Option on or off
Or they simply can just disactivate that feature
Agreed. Who walks around with car keys in their pocket ALL DAY?
It is just something to be aware of. He said he does it right when he gets home so will not have necessarily gone into the house yet to drop the keys off.
Yea, my elantra has this and it never bothered me because...you know, I use my brain and leave the key in the house lol. Its a non-issue...
@@alliejr Yeah...like who walks around with their WALLET all day. Maybe women who put that stuff in a purse. There's a lot of folks that carry their keys ALL DAY.
Having no issues after one year in a modern car is not amazing, it's the bare minimum.
Right... the appropriate time frame is between 5 to 7 years for them to start giving a review on pros and cons.
Most cars have some issues.
So you want them to review a car after they are done selling it? Stupid.
@@ashleyrodriguez4950 what cars? Mine never has any problems after one year.
@@VuQuang1973 I'll do better than that - my '06 Acura MDX has had zero problems apart from regular maintenance after more than 210K miles.
Nice option on review.
My parents are currently looking to purchase a Telluride and they love it.
What a beautiful car. Checking it out now!!! I'm highly Impressed...thats not easy for me.
Will wait for depreciation to kick in before making a purchase. It's a beautiful looking machine.
Used Tellurides are selling for 95% of new in our area. Thanks to covid.
Excellent review, very likely my next SUV especially since everyone going 4 cyl craziness in 2023/24. The S U V reality part alone is worth the SUB, I'm in.
I have a 2020, but had to get the second highest model, the EX. The top model wasn’t in stock anywhere. I have one major intermittent problem, though. At times, on start-up, the dash lights up with alerts that none of my safety guidance systems are working. Upon a restart, it’s okay, but sometimes it takes two or three restarts. Very annoying, but it’s very intermittent. Also, because I’m so stupid, I can’t figure out how to set it up so the dome lights come on when I open the door, and if I put a destination into the GPS, I can only pause the route. Where the hell is the cancel route function? One more thing: I’m an old fart (64), and have a long history of minor panic attacks. Nothing serious, but one of the times I would kind of freeze up and sense one coming on is when passing an 18-wheeler on the highway. Well, it’s exactly a year since I got the Telluride, and not one single instance of this. It’s just an effin’ pleasure to drive.
Thanks for the review. Telluride on my list since I cannot find a Model Y around. Note: why are people so upset he waters his plants when he comes home and his keys are in his pocket? Haha. THAT is your complaint about the video and the car? Kia must be onto something.
Nice how you have a few other folks comment on their perspectives.
So Carlos bought one for his family. That's really all that has to be said.
I agree. Personal money on the line is the biggest endorsement.
all Hyundai theta engines seize up around 50k-90k. thats why Hyundai changes its name to "smart stream". they are exact same engines but pretending as newly designed engine. Do not trust Hyundai - KIA.
@@dwadd7528 It's spelled "seize", and it's incredibly likely that you're lying.
@@dwadd7528 Never trust a person that says all, every, perfect, best, worst, or other forms of absolutes. There is no way you researched every single theta engine Hyundai has produced. Your comment just sounds like another immature hater.
@@dwadd7528 yea ok. I have a kia at 205k miles stop throwing your shitty opinions around like that
I test drove one and was super impressed! It was an AWD version on the lot (it was the only one within about 70 miles) I would’ve bought it. Great vehicle.
Use it in the winter in the Northern States. Car & Driver got it centered and hung up in a loose dirt pile and had to get it towed out...by the A-arms since there are NO TOW HOOKS.
Love my Telly. FAST, reliable, corners like a demon. Very comfortable. No drawbacks. Git it
Designed & Built in USA! Still can't find a stock/inventory in my state though - unless I pay a 6-8k dealership markup 😥😥
I like the plants around you that you keep watering hhhh. I’m glad I came across this video
It seems people are having issues with the Nightfall edition outside trim flaking only after a few months and windshields severely cracking from minor chipping.
I know this is off topic and all but "FOREARMS" bro "FOREARMS"!!! Your biceps are dwarfing them!!!
Are those normal 60,000/100,000 standard warranties that come with the vehicle purchase? Thanks!
Funny presentation. Great job guys!
I have a 2020 Telluride AWD SX prestige with tow package. It has 57,000 miles and the back right shock broke loose from the upper mount. I don't offroad it. Good thing it's still under warranty until 60,000 miles.
Does your Telluride burn any oil ?
No it doesn't
Funny thing is me and my buddies didn't like this seat from this trim level. The EX and the S seats were actually more comfortable.
hey this is Bob, from "Bob's discount fuel and funnel cakes" wtf man!! jk 🤣
Lol
This comment is too funny.
if someone is going to be around the rear of the vehicle for sometime with the key fob on them just open the vehicle and it will cancel the auto tail gate without going into the settings to turn it off.. the Sedona's has one button to kill all power doors and lift gate not sure if the Telluride has it.
I have a 2020 EX, and the only issue I have is with the Navigation. It does not seem to recognize any address I input in the system. It only works with my cell phone ad Waze or Google maps.
I've had my Telluride for almost a year now and literally the only complaint I have is the fact that it doesn't have remote on the keyfob. You can use the app but it's just not as convenient and sometimes it lags a bit to start. I'll just have to get an aftermarket remote start sometime.
And they charge you for it 🤦🏾♀️
The SX trim has remote start on the fob.
LOL 6:11 clearly something that would happen to me continuously. Thanks for the heads up on that.
Telluride keeps wowing. I agree the cubby holes being limited. My phone wouldn't fit in the wireless charging area.
What kind of phone do you have
@@mejdhutchison7357 OnePlus 8 Pro (6.51 x 2.93 x 0.35 in). To be fair the phone fits if it doesn't have a case.
Telluride is cool and all, but those shoes at 2:21 are nice! What are they and where can I find a pair?
Car & Driver got it hung up on loose dirt in Montana! Had to get towed out!!
Nice review. I guess you could just leave the key fob in the house when watering your plants or taking out the garbage.
Wish I could afford this car
Looks like to took it to Sedona and Jerome?? That's a fun road up to Jerome.
3:22 - 3:38 made me chuckle. Great stuff lol
Hello, We are trying to buy a used 2020 Kia telluride ex model with 59K kms on it. Wanted to hear some reviews who have similar model and experience in long run maintenance and reliability.
The hand sanitizer sunscreen was wicked funny
So I have a 2020 Kia Telluride SX and didn't even know the rear hatch will auto open if you're standing next to it... Is this a universal feature?
For the people that own a Telluride. Does it has outside noise cancellation? Can you hear the outside when you’re driving?
There are three vehicles that always catch my eye, this Telluride, the current generation Ford Mustang GT, and a Porsche 911. Well done Kia.
The current model Mustang GT got me, I bought one and it’s been awesome. It is truly enjoyable to drive. After reading about the engineering, features, and loving how it looks, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Yes, it’s not practical, but I am still happy with it.
From 5:38 to 5:45 ….that’s awesome idea man
Just don't carry your keys with you when you water the plants or take out the garbage, and the hatch will stay in place!!! It's common sense!!!
Common sense not Common anymore
I hear you. But I’m usually doing these things immediately when I get home so naturally the keys are in my pocket and putting them somewhere else would involve an extra step. Not an issue for everyone, of course.
@@jonathanelfalan2475 When I get home, the first thing I do is dump keys, wallets, watches, phones, money, and anything I brought in. I'm home and don't need any of that on me. You definitely should disable that feature if you like carrying all of that junk around with you at home.
Or just unlock the car.
You can also turn the feature off. I did that on mine, so that it doesn't snag on kayak stern lines.
I'll buy it for the Edmunds appraised value of $37k. All of the used SX trim Tellurides within 500 miles of me are at least $45k.
Seriously. I know someone who sold his 2020 model SX prestige with 33k miles (to buy a 2021 model in Wolf Gray nightfall package) private party for $44k! That's 3k less than MSRP on a new one! Needless to say I doubt he bought his new one without a markup.
how does it do in the snow?
I like this car a lot but this is so bias. For the bike rack, i stuck foam on my bike rack along the side facing the trunk. Twice it opened on my back rack, no visible damage =)
I have always hated Kia my wife really wanted one so i caved to make her happy. This car is absolutely amazing i was looking for something to hate with car to say told you Kia sucks. This car is amazing she has been averaging 25 mpg FWD not AWD. This truly feels and drives like a luxury vehicle. I tore this car apart for months to find something wrong. I love everything about this suv. I seriously could not find 1 thing i hated. Worth every penny!!!
Wait after 5 to 7 years then you will see....give it time. Most vehicles are ok up to that point, only time will tell afterwards thats how I see modern cars today
Living in the world with NO Integrity trust me enjoy it as long as it lasts!
"One Year Ownership" video reviews like these are invaluable. "Car Buyer's Remorse" is real and "Car Buyer's Regret" is excruciating. :(
Grass is usually greener on the other after you start looking closer...life is full of would of, could of, and should ofs; it's how we operate. I learned never to buy a base trim Subaru (WRX)...any model. And this should apply to most other makes and models too...
@@K03sport why?
@@luperon...feature set. At time of purchase, I did not want certain colors (blk, wht, sil, gry), or a 15yo engine design (EJ25 in the STi) and I didn't want a sunroof. Only trim that met my needs/wants, was a red base wrx. [the series.white would have been perfect if it wasn't white]. After having the car for 16 months, I've learned premium and limited trims of the WRX make the short comings of the car more tolerable/easier to deal with. ALL WRX suffer from the same deficiencies/flaws and the upper trims (incl the Series.color cars) smooth out some (not all) of the "rough" spots. My base has been flawless in operation, but there are certain features present in the other trims that would have been nice to haves; not necessary, but nice...
@@K03sport how is having an engine that is proven a drawback. I have so far crossed a 191000 on a ej20t
@@davidsantos1576...Great question. EJ20 & EJ25 are different animals. Depends on your thinking/mindset. Personally, I didn't want an engine that was roughly unchanged since 2004. There are other reasons why I didn't choose an STi, despite it being the superior car. The "look at me" rear wing is one. It's bad enough I get stepped up to by mustangs and camaros on my daily commute in a plain-Jane, fishbowl, wrx; I could only imagine what it would be like in the STi. Somehow others think it is an invitation to show off. Within a month with my wrx, twerps in "daddy's" type-r asked me if my car was fast while getting coffee at the local Starbucks... Superior or not, I did not want an STi, but in hindsight, maybe I should have. Or possibly a G70 sport 6m.
LOL great host. Funny and great info
Two things..it needs a digital dash with turn signal cameras (like the Hyundai) and it needs to park itself, not just pull in and out of a space. Those features would be win win for me.
It has the turn signal camera in the middle of the dash. It works great. I have had a 2021 SX AWD since Halloween. The 2021 comes with remote start where the 2020 didn’t.
My 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel had 4 new transfer cases put in within 34,000 miles....if you had no issues in your first year ... that's a win! My 2011 Kia Sorento was flawless as well. US car makers ... you have officially been put on notice!
Keep watering and it'll close on its own eventually?