Is the 2024 Kia Telluride the BETTER midsize SUV to BUY than a new Honda Pilot?
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The Telluride carries on its sales success for Kia and this 2024 model is no exception. On the outside you will discover the changes up grill, lower bumper area, and lighting. On the inside there are (2) 12.3in screens, leather seating and HUD. Under the hood is a 3.8L V6 that is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2024 Kia Telluride the BETTER midsize SUV to BUY than a new Honda Pilot?
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I’m on my 2nd Telluride, and I personally think that the ride and sound quietness has been slightly refined from 21 to 23. Great riding vehicle, no issues
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is a very good thing to point out Bobby!
@snowpants2212
9 ай бұрын
Why have you needed to get a 2nd one?
@TwohundredSeventy
8 ай бұрын
@@snowpants2212 Because KIAs are shit cars.
@al151
7 ай бұрын
@@snowpants2212he is probably leasing
@marcelmazpule2287
7 ай бұрын
I'm on my 2nd too and the HDA has improved. I love it in traffic, I just let the truck, steer, brake and accelerate in bumper to bumper traffic. It makes traffic tolerable lol
This is easily one of my favorite vehicles! Loaded with a bunch of luxury features for a reasonable price.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is so outstanding!
My wife and I just got an EX X-Line in Wolf Grey, and honestly, for the price, it is beyond what I even expected, and I had pretty high expectations going in. The Telluride is as advertised, and feels premium at a non-premium price point. Great review as always, Joe!
@ryanjcoon1
2 ай бұрын
Still loving you Telluride? My family is growing as well and thinking about it. Do you have other car in house?
The Kia dealer in my hometown tried to see me a used Kia Telluride with 6,000 miles on it for $75,000 FIRM. I laughed.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is pure insanity!
@pedromaycock7337
9 ай бұрын
I also tried to price one 6 months ago and out the door they wanted 69k that’s crazy !!
@kenreuben6184
9 ай бұрын
Sob story.
@markholle3450
9 ай бұрын
@@kenreuben6184 No sobbing, just laughing. Mind you, this is still a Kia.
@kenreuben6184
9 ай бұрын
@@markholle3450 well. you are still you back in 1970s. Mind you. get out of that hole. Brother.
Yes! Been waiting for this video. I just bought a 2024 SX Prestige 3 weeks ago and it's an amazing SUV.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is so wonderful! Congrats!
I have the 2024 XPro now in white with Terracotta interior and I love it. I had the wolf grey nightfall edition before getting this one I only upgraded for the gorgeous interior of the 24 model. My 24 model still has the orange daytime running lights and my trimming is black already from the manufacturer not silver 🙌🏾 so it still looks like a nightfall edition. I love Telluride's. Definitely get more bang for my bucks.
Just picked up my 2024 Telluride SX X-Line yesterday and have put about 200 miles on it so far. It's Amazing absolutely no regrets. This vehicle is leaps and bounds better than any of the competition inside and out.
@mrrobot8973
2 ай бұрын
I’m about a month out, are you able to get a deal..at all? I’ve been seeing you can’t. But 🤷♂️
I can see why it’s popular. Good looking vehicle, nice interior. Feels like you are getting something for your $$$. Decent price ….not too crazy
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You hit the nail on the head Tom.
Should have exhaust on both sides
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Great minds think a like!
This is probably the best looking suv of the segment. No wonder why people love it so much.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
This is so very true!
@XChronicHash
9 ай бұрын
still a Kia
@papaagidi2838
9 ай бұрын
@@XChronicHashso?
@OddNoble
9 ай бұрын
“In August, the companies recalled 281,000 Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride vehicles, citing fire risks related to an accessory tow hitch that may allow moisture into the harness module, causing a short circuit and potential fire, even if the vehicles are parked and turned off” Also, it had faulty airbags and weird transmission issues in the past. As long as all that is solved (lol), it looks pretty good. Reminds me of a Range Rover.
@EverythingEvo
9 ай бұрын
I have this same exact model but black and freaking love it. It looks amazing inside and out.
Nice review, we may be looking at getting one of these. We bought a Pilot 6 years ago and its had some problems... may be time for a change.
As usual Joe, another great video.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to say that!
I don’t plan on getting a new car for say two more years but I don’t miss a Raiti video. Love the content ❤️
I have a 2021 Kia Telluride AWD SX Prestige with the towing package, and I really like it. I do a lot of highway driving, and I often get between 25 - 26 mpg. If I do a lot of city driving I get 21 - 23 mpg.
Love that color really pops on this telluride!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You are so very right
Nice video keep up the good work my brother
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You got it Marcus!
I like sedans over SUVs but this looks great! way better inside than the Explorer, totally agree with Joe about the tailpipes, should be on both sides, just looks better
Man Kia has really been stepping up their game lately! Great video as usual Joe!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
This is so very true!
@joestuff8
9 ай бұрын
I think the term Kia has been "stepping up their game" is getting old. They've been consistent for some time now.
@maoinc13
9 ай бұрын
@@joestuff8exactly 💯 !!
That ride has everything in it. And for that price is amazing.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you are thinking so!
Having kept both (owned Pilot) and long term Telluride rental, id say the new Pilot is hard to beat! Its a class of its own in practicality especially with kids (cubbies, cup holders, door panels etc etc), the cup holders in my pilots drivers door and passenger door are the most used feature that no other vehicle offers,
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing that great ownership input
Congrats on 1M subs Joe! 🎉
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to say that!
I was a life-long Ford guy who started paying attention to the Telluride/Palisade development a year before they were released. I’ve now owned one Palisade and I am currently on my third Telluride. This vehicle delivers in every category. Especially great for tall drivers who need extra headroom.
Joe, I agree with you that usually, the flat black looks best on the grill, but there are some vehicles with certain styling that look good with gloss black on the grill.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
This may be true Mickey.
@mickeybrumfield764
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides Well, Joe, we probably don't need a special blue ribbon committee to look into and decide for us.😊
Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the great job and I love the video 👍
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
We appreciate you brother!
Quad exhaust, would be great addition, I like in dark black color for the exterior it is quite a lovely car.
I live on a gravel road…it is a definite YES for the flat black wheel well trim for me.
Telluride is definitely one the best SUV's Kia has put out.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you think so!
I see these and many other Kia's on the road. Shows how far they come plus they have one of the best warranties. I may out there saying this. But if Kia beefed up the alternator and suspension they could off a police model of this and probably making some money and be successful. Especially with AWD.
They're still knocking it out of the park!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You better believe it!
Joe great review as always, but… i think you should start giving your opinion on which one YOU think is better once you rap up the video.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
I am looking forward to seeing the 2024 sorento! Hope you are doing well in the hurricane!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for saying that! We are totally safe and sound.
I'd chose this over the any of its competitors...it looks better and I think it offers more for the money
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I’m so glad that you like it!
@Troy-fv9uq
9 ай бұрын
What are the competitors?
@doyoulikecrystalgel
9 ай бұрын
@@Troy-fv9uqHonda pilot and Hyundai Palisade
I saw one at Publix yesterday in Venice, FL. It pops out. Very nice.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You are very right about that!
I’m gonna have to zonk it for being routinely $5-$10k above MSRP.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is crazy Jimmy!
I'm granddaughters love the third row seating. I love the space in my Kia Telluride. I'm giving my Telluride up for the XT6 Cadillac, which is not as spacious in the inside like the Kia Telluride
I still got my Telluride since 2019. And never going to sell it ❤
I’m starting to second guess the Toyota Grand Highlander. If Kia’s top trim is $52k and Honda’s top trim is $52k, then I’m starting to think $60k for a top trim hybrid Toyota is not worth it. Especially with how expensive everything is getting. After all the markups that Toyota is well beyond 65k. Some places are even marking up by $20k, for a Toyota! Ooof. Anyways, GREAT REVIEW AS ALWAYS!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Pricing is getting out of control really.
@pvanroos
9 ай бұрын
Have you test drove both? And if so, how does the Grand Highlander stack up against the Telluride?
What up Joe? Telluride is a great SUV, but prefer the aggressive bodystyle of the Honda Pilot more.
@jraheemjefcoat429
9 ай бұрын
Aggressive? I don't see it with the Pilot.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Hey Tom! Thanks for making it!
@stellantistom6881
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides ;D
It depends on the application regarding flat or gloss black but one thing I don't like about flat black is if you accidentally get car wax on it, it is hard to get off.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is a very good point!
For me in this segment: 1. VW Atlas 2024 2. KIA Telluride 2024 Your reviews are fany and informative! Good job Joe 👍
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for letting me share the laughs and the SUVs with you!
Telluride vs mdx? Any thoughts?
My favorite new Kia Telluride SUV I can buy.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you like this one.
The "flat black" around the fender opening is there for when you go off road. It has over 8 inches of ground clearance so that should tell you that this vehicle is meant for that. A color matched fender opening would just get ruined if you go off road. Everything doesn't have to be color matched even if it is a higher trim. In this case, that flat black is serving a purpose.
I know it's not important, but has anyone noticed as the blinkers flash the light bar of the blinker moves from bottom to top! Fantastic little light tech Kia came up with! 💡✨️
I think for the price it should have a full panoramic sunroof. Other than that it looks really good. Very modern nice looking design almost luxurious feeling honestly.
Always like these. I see why this suv wins a lot of awards
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You are so very right Ricky
I miss the orange daytime running lamps before the refresh but even without it looks great nonetheless
@Solo-5050
9 ай бұрын
Yes the absence of those Iconic amber DRLs is a bummer. Maybe they'll bring it back 🤔?
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That was one of favorite touches.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Probably not
Looking to get one next year. Was wondering if any Telluride owners have any issues with theirs? Or what to look out for if I do buy one.
@dinomaddog9584
16 күн бұрын
Has electrical problems cause of of all the bells and whistles. The engine is suspect. Time will tell. I would pick a Japanese next time.
I will always prefer the 2022 Telluride. Can’t go wrong with either one tho
Alright Joe I love what KIA is doing lately
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad to hear that!
Just got our 2024 Telluride SX xline 2 weeks ago. Apparently they have not fixed their windshield issue. I had a 2mm chip that turned into a large crack. Not very robust.
I would 100% go with Hyundai or Kia instead of Honda. I've owned two Hondas and had transmission issues with one and the other engine issues. I now own a 2021 Santa Fe and a 2017 Sonata and no issues at all.
Yay Raiti’s Rides ❤’d my comment! I’m special 😂
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You are super special! I appreciate your support!
I have a 2022 Telluride SXP in Black Copper, a great color that's no longer offered. In terms of exterior appearance, I have to say that the 2022 is probably peak Telluride. It was the first year with the new Kia badge (much better than the old one); it has better wheels and a better grille than preceding years; and it doesn't have the odd, fish-mouth lower grille featured on the 2023-2024. However, the interior tech upgrades are nice. The larger screens, etc., look great. But I wouldn’t even think of moving out of the 2022 until an all-new model appeared with a new engine.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I appreciate you sharing your ownership experience!
@Lanzer310
9 ай бұрын
That’s what I’m talking about bro I got a 2022 s ebony black model and it still looks better than all the new models all tinted black
@michealoertel3011
8 ай бұрын
Got a 22 ebony black ex in canada (base model) I was sceptical about kia but now that we bought one were already looking at kia for our second car once we have our telluride paid off.
@magnoliap5824
3 ай бұрын
A new engine? This is one of a few V6 engines available.
Yeah I gotta say I really like the Telluride.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you are digging this one.
We just picked up our new SX a month ago... slots nicely between our Macan and Escalade ESV, very smooth.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is fantastic to hear!
Big Zonk for the engine and power output. My 2014 cadenza had 291hp and was a 3.3l I think.
@xcmskim4
9 ай бұрын
At least its not the horrendous Theta 2 (2.0L/2.4L) or Smartstream (2.5L/2.0L) engine.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
How much power would you like it to have?
@donwarrington4916
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides These are not underpowered by any stretch for a naturally asperated V6 ...Which is better than a turbo 4 . That is also a conservative # I'd guess another 15 h.p. or 5% easy
Does it have a heads up display, how about a spare tire?
So would you recommend the Telluride or the CX-90? I see a lot of Tellurides in the area and like them, I'm just going back and forth on which one to get.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am going CX-90!
@ryanjcoon1
2 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides whats the biggest reason for CX90 over Telluride?
Joe please tell me you’ll be at the us premiere of the new sonata and Elantra !?!?!?!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I will be virtually
Interested to see your take on the mid refresh sorrento. It looks like it is going to offer a lot more than the telluride refresh (ie finger print scanner).
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I will have it for you soon!
@itcantrainallthetime9886
9 ай бұрын
I'll stay clear away from any automobile that has fingerprint scanners.
This may not be as important as other features, but Hyundai/Kia HDA2 is very very good. Also this model should have the remote parking feature (a bit of a gimmick, but can be useful when people park very close to your car/vice versa 😅)…
Flat black preferred. A lot of SUV for $52k. Looks more up to date than a Pilot. Good job pointing out all the features.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that I can bring all the details to you!
@mikebravo4545
9 ай бұрын
that’s the thing you will not find this priced at $52k anywhere it gets ridiculously marked up everywhere
@alanklaus7774
9 ай бұрын
@@mikebravo4545 good point. Would be interesting to see real world prices compared. It isn’t something I personally would buy so don’t follow pricing. That may eventually settle down soon.
Just bought a 2024 Saturday!!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is so wonderful kevin! What color did you get?
@kevintravers4544
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides white!!
@dinomaddog9584
16 күн бұрын
Which model? How much?
I’d love to see a 2024 Santa Fe review…it looks like a defender now!
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I will track one down for you!
This car offers great value for the money
Of all the competitors in the mid sized SUV category, Kia still reigns as King!; specifically with the Telluride. I love the SX Prestige Trim Level, and I seriously thought that you were going to quote 60-65,000 instead of 52. Another GREAT review, Joe. High Kudos to you and the cameraman.🤴🏻🇺🇸🇮🇹🚙🥁🥁🥁🥁🎺🎤🎺🎄🎤🌍👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👊🏾
This one actually seems pretty worth buying actually.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am glad that you are digging this one.
Na na na same for me cannot tolerate it,I’m surprised that so many cars & trucks have it now and it doesn’t bother neither the maker or buyer..other than that solid truck have been a fan since 1st gen..lately for me Toyota/ Lexus killing it and man pilot is straight fugly no matter how much mileage/ reliable it is. IMHO Great review as always 🙏🙏
Can you compare to pathfinder?? We need more comparison I like my pathfinder style and interior Let see which is better after 50 k miles
First. Can you do a review on a super duty lariat ultimate tremor and possibly some more heavy duty trucks?
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I will get that together for you!
@shaniyoung6506
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides thanks Joe
Perfect 👊😍
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you think so.
Can I get it in two row seating?
I would like to see dual exhaust
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You have great taste!
The fact that you can't get the top trim in an eight seater version is a huge knock against this car for my needs with three kids and the need to sometimes maximize cargo space by putting up the third row. Almost a fatal one. Honda having that removable middle seat is a major plus for some families.
Know you always zonk a rear wiper when it's not hidden under the rear spoiler. I agree, but is Lexus the only vehicle that does that? I also don't understand why they didn't put one of the exhausts on the left side. Hyundai does the same thing on the Palisade.
Still driving my 2020 Telluride S AWD. It has been amazing! I thought about trading it for a.2024, but I like my 2020 too much.
Vehicle looks nice but doesn’t look anything like a Range Rover, instrument cluster looks great. Needs to have exhaust tips on both sides. Also the engine looks like it’s sinking down in the engine bay when u popped the hood, normally engines sit up a bit higher, maybe it’s just me😂… either way another informative video 👍🏽
If they had a hybrid Telluride, I might go take a look. Grand Highlander hybrid is what I will most likely go with. The mpg is lacking on this Kia.
@davidtracy9058
5 ай бұрын
4 cylinder vs 6
Just wish they had captains chairs in fromt aka ridgelune 2021
What about comparing the Palisade Calligraphy /Telluride SX Prestige
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is a good one as well wendy
Im still trying to decide whether to get the new pilot or the telluride.
The only thing competing with this in this segment is the Palisade. The Telluride is just an amazing vehicle for the price
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Not to sure about that.
@JGisMe2013
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides the interior is just far above everyone else Joe. It even looks better than alot of the luxury brands
@alexmassengale433
9 ай бұрын
A Grand Highlander has more passenger and cargo space and can be had with a hybrid powertrain that gets almost double the city MPG or a hybrid max powertrain that makes far more horsepower while still getting better mileage.
overall I'd prolly go Honda Pilot - simply due to history & resale values, but I dig the KIA much more in design language.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Smart way to look at it!
@EverythingEvo
9 ай бұрын
I bought the first Telluride when it came out in 2019. Drove it for 4 years and sold it earlier this year to CarMax and they paid off my loan and I still got a 8k check back. Resale value is fine on the Tellurides :)
@mintchevvv1834
9 ай бұрын
@@EverythingEvoright lol people are just sheepishly stuck in their past
@LegendarySkypenis
9 ай бұрын
I have low self esteem I will deprive myself of what I really want is what I heard. That mentality kills innovation and competition.
@cjsnylons
9 ай бұрын
We had 2 Pilots in a row over a 15 year period and I will tell you the last one (2015) had so many issues and the resale was just okay. My limited research shows the Telly at 47% residual after 5 years which is close to the top of the pack. So, I put my money where my mouth is and just picked up a 2024 SX SX-Pro. Time will tell if it is any good.
Hey, Joe I am going Kia even though they have a few problems with thefts And some catching on fire.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
They have fixed those Dejon.
@darkivaz-aaa1145
9 ай бұрын
KIA telluride doesn't catch fire. Stop listening to fake news media.
Looks like you still can’t get a factory Towing Package…. Any news on availability
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is a great question!
How the engine now? Kia doing well in their engine now?
@LITTLEROCK2517
9 ай бұрын
Yo
I like the glossy black.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is great because there is plenty of it!
was this the first ever "windshield wiper test" on camera???
There's one tiny thing I wish you would mention as you're driving maybe I miss it, is the cabin noise.
Big Zonk for the engine and power output
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
Trust me I know how you feel! They should have made some updates.
Just cant beat the value. And it looks great, at a lower price than most of the competition in its class. Does anyone think this is a better buy than the grand highlander?
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
I am sure there are some people out there Jay that feel that way!
This color is off da chain but I’m still not feelin the flat black also when are they gonna get rid of the back wiper & tuck it in
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You have good taste!
@wardellward
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides I don’t understand y want they tuck the back wipers in
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
@@wardellwardtell me about it!
@wardellward
9 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides come on kia
I've been shopping for one for a year looking for a white on white/grey with a bench as I'm in the video biz and have lots of gear to haul and captains chairs leave a hole in the floor when flat. Also the 20" wheel make off-roading problematic, why do people think 20" wheels are a good thing? Compared to 18" wheels they provide a worse ride, worse breaking and acceleration and lead to more flat tires. Lets talk seats- Why is it so hard to find a non black interior? Here in Texas Black int is really hot for 4-5 months a year with the outside temp over 100! Cloth would be better than the vinyl or leather offered on all but the lowest trims. Kia learn more about your customers and make cars we want.
@amyhadaway9230
7 ай бұрын
True, almost every vehicle has a black interior, so basic looking, and like you said hot!
@magnoliap5824
3 ай бұрын
Agree I won’t buy anything with 20” wheels, in Colorado with snow ruts and potholes it’s a bad idea. People only think about the looks IMO.
Phenom review, very thorough...Not thrilled w/Pilot Elite...
You said smoke checks! My man!
Best car ever I love it ❤❤
The Telluride simply smokes the competition in almost every regard. I guess that's why there are so many of them on the road. WTG Kia!
Drove one for a week rental. Fully loaded. Fantastic vehicle. Not sure if I’d pay over $50,000 for it though… But I guess $50,000 is the entry level price for a 3 row seat suv now a days…
@31FREEZY
5 ай бұрын
Just got me the S model for 42k with AWD.
@ZYXWVUQ992Q
5 ай бұрын
@@31FREEZY sounds about right 👍
Nice color, prefer the previous gen headlights but not bad. Not sure if it's a camera thing but the turn signal's sequential is weird looking. great vid joe Here before naveenthekoreanmachine and his alt accounts touting korean supremacy
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
You are not the first to say that!