2022 Kia Telluride Consumer Reviews

I've had a really poor experience with our 2020 Kia Telluride. I bought it used with 45k miles on it. Loved it at first - we replaced our minivan with the Telluride and I was telling my friends they should all get rid of their minivans. One friend actually bought a Telly and I am really regretting recommending it now. At 64,000 miles it started running really rough - was stalling at intersections and had very little power. I brought it into service and found out that it had burned over 5 quarts of oil since my last oil change. They refilled the oil and asked me to do a test. I brought it back a month later and found out that it was burning 1.2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. After looking online, I realized that this was a fairly common problem. Since I bought it second-hand, my warranty was no longer valid and the only resolution was a $10,000 engine block replacement. I decided that I would deal with the (absurd) inconvenience of adding 1+ quarts of oil every month to keep the thing running. At 68,000 miles, every few days, I would turn off the Telluride and come back to it some time later to find that the fan was running. After looking online, I found again that this was a common problem. The sensor breaks and the fan continues to run until the battery dies. There is a reset procedure that I have done multiple times, but it only works for a few days. So I have another $2,000 repair in front of me. I know that things break with cars, but this is not typical - I have never experienced this many issues with a car under 100k miles. I would highly recommend AVOIDING the Telluride - the maintenance costs will be plentiful. There are many things I love about the car, but it is the least reliable car I have ever owned in the past 25 years.

Brought this car in 2025 and not even a year later new transmission and new rear end. Now I have a engine stall issue where the car cuts off by itself when I come to a complete stop. I have almost rebuilt this vehicle and still owe thousands of dollars.

Perfect SUV and looking forward to the hybrid versions over the next few years. Exceeded expectations.

Pros: 1.) Ride and a quiet cabin rival any luxury sedan I've owned. 2.) Comfortable, stylish, spacious cabin. 3.) Loaded with the latest technology and all the bells and whistles i.e. surround cameras, power inverters, stop & lock, control of radio, navigation, and climate control have direct button control instead of going through endless layers of menus on a screen. Heated and cooled seats 1st and 2nd rows ect.......ect.....ect. 4.) Smooth transmission and strong brakes 5.) Great visibility 6.) Overall competes with the luxury SUV makers (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Lexas) in every way except about 20k cheaper. Cons: 1.) Only one engine available, although it is competent with 291 hp I would prefer and engine with more acceleration and torque. I question its performance towing a trailer up a steep grade. 2.) The second row captain chairs are heated/cooled but are not power In summation: The vehicle provides looks, styling, performance and comfort all in a reasonably priced package. So far depending on how dependable it proves to be I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. My best recommendation is for you to test drive one and see for yourself!

We have loved our Telluride > It is super quiet and comfortable and has an impressive amount of space. > However, our driver seat recently failed and the dealer wants ~$4,000 to repair it. > Car seats shouldn’t fail, especially when the heaviest person using the vehicle weighs 160 pounds. > On the driver's seat back, one bolster moves back and the other one does not when reclining the seat, causing the seat to be slanted at an awkward angle and making it very uncomfortable and difficult and dangerous to drive. > Car seats should not fail after less than 5 years and cost $4K to fix!

I purchased my Telluride shortly after it was introduced. I have now owned it for almost 7 years. It has about 86,000 miles on it. I have had NOT ONE ISSUE with my Telluride over these 7 years. Not one item has broken. No squeaks or rattles. All the interior and exterior trim pieces are in great shape. Love the engine and transmission. Good power, smooth shifting and I average 24 mpg. Love it.

2023 Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro – Owner Review Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) We own the top-of-the-line SX-Prestige X-Pro in white with the light brown Nappa leather interior, and after 30 months and 32,000 miles, it has proven to be one of the most enjoyable vehicles we’ve ever had. We have a long history with Lexus (three RX300s, plus a 2006 LX we still own), so we’re accustomed to very high build quality. I wouldn’t say the Telluride reaches Lexus standards in pure craftsmanship—but it strikes a compelling balance of design, technology, comfort, and value that keeps us coming back. This is our second Telluride, and we’re already thinking about a 2027. Driving Experience The Telluride is an absolute pleasure on long trips—we drive from Wisconsin to Florida and back, and it’s smooth, quiet, and extremely comfortable. Driver-assist features make highway travel feel effortless, and in many situations the vehicle practically steers itself. The X-Pro’s ride quality and composed handling make it feel more premium than its price would suggest. Interior & Features Kia’s tech suite is a major reason we enjoy this vehicle. The cabin design feels upscale, and the Nappa leather interior looks and feels fantastic. Everything from the infotainment system to the safety tech is modern, intuitive, and feature-rich. For families, it checks every box: space, comfort, visibility, charging ports, and thoughtful convenience touches. Looks & Design One of the Telluride’s strengths is its presence. It has the stance and visual appeal of a Range Rover, with the day-to-day drivability of a Lexus. The Calligraphy edition of the Palisade also has our attention, but the Telluride still holds the edge in styling—clean, modern, and confident. Reliability & Issues We did experience two significant problems: a full replacement of the front instrument cluster and a rear differential replacement. The latter is a known issue on some Tellurides, and oil consumption has been reported by other owners as well. Our dealership covered everything under warranty and provided a loaner, but the repairs kept our vehicle in the shop for 32 days. The estimated cost outside warranty would have been about $7,200—so Kia’s warranty really matters. Value What keeps us loyal is the “sweet spot” Kia hits. If you imagine a Venn diagram of quality, price, design, and modern features, the Telluride sits right in the overlap. It may not match Lexus in long-term durability, but the overall package—and especially the warranty—creates tremendous value. It’s a luxury-level family hauler without the luxury-brand premium. Would We Buy Again? Yes. This is our second Telluride, and we’re considering replacing it with a 2027 model. The combination of comfort, technology, styling, and warranty coverage is hard to beat.

Pros: I love the vehicle! Rides and drives really good. Goes great in snow, good gas mileage. Cons: Depreciation!! I know everything depreciates but this vehicle has depreciated MAJORLY!