The 2027 Kia Telluride gets a major redesign, but is it enough to keep this three-row SUV among the best in its class? On this week's episode, we discuss the Telluride's powertrain, styling, comfort, and biggest competitor. We also answer audience questions about navigation systems, satellite radio, and why manufacturers are charging for certain telematics software.

 

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 Intro

0:36 What's New on the 2027 Kia Telluride

02:29 What we love about the 2027 Kia Telluride

10:57 What we dislike about the Telluride

20:17 Ride Quality, Handling & Driving Dynamics

29:12 Safety Tech & Features Overview

33:20 Competitors, Buying Advice & Final Thoughts

36:06 Audience Question: Navigation, SiriusXM & App Subscriptions

 

LINKS:

Overview: 2027 Kia Telluride: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2027/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Test Results: 2026 Hyundai Palisade: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/palisade/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2026 Toyota Highlander: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/grand-highlander/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Best & Worst Infotainment Systems: https://www.consumerreports.org/infotainment-systems/screen-stars-in-car-infotainment-systems/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT