Rumor: New Reports Suggest Kia Telluride Headed to Production

There have been a few reports recently that suggest a new Kia SUV will soon be headed into production. The Telluride is a full-size, three-row concept SUV from Kia. The Kia Telluride first debuted in 2016 at the NAIAS in Detroit. The stylish seven-passenger SUV has been long-rumored to join the Kia lineup, so there is actually a lot of information about the model that is available. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect from the Kia Telluride concept car, and check out photos of the premium SUV.


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Kia Telluride Concept Car Details

The Kia Telluride concept is a premium and luxurious three-row, full-size SUV that offers seating for seven passengers. The interior features leather captain chairs, modern and stylish interior appointments and a huge sunroof. The third row is foldable, providing increased versatility. The high-tech interior also features Smart Sensors in the four captain’s chair that provides passenger health information that is displayed on an inner door-panel screen.

Additionally, the interior of the Telluride features a 3D-printed dashboard, a Harman Kardon® audio system, Light-Emitted Rejuvenation (LER) therapeutic system, second-row media controls and so much more.



Kia Telluride Concept Car Specs

The Kia Telluride concept is fitted with a hybrid-electric powertrain highlighted by a 400-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine that will offer 30 highway miles per gallon and advanced all-wheel drive.

These numbers are based on the concept version of the Kia Telluride, and may change once the Telluride goes into production.


While several reports citing Kia employees indicate that the Kia Telluride will be going into production, there has not been any further detail as to which markets will feature the Telluride. Experts are suggesting the Telluride could be available between 2019 and 2020. Keep up to date with the Concord Kia blog for more information regarding the Kia Telluride.

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