2023 KIA Telluride: Compare the Trims

U.S News Best Three-Row SUV for Family (for the 4th time in a row), Kelley Blue Book's 3-Row SUV Best Buy Award, IIHS Top Safety Pick +, and   World Car of the Year. The KIA Telluride has received much praise over the years, and it's not hard to see why. With seating for up to 8 passengers, ample interior space, and innovative technologies,  the Telluride simply offers a ton of value for its starting MSRP of $35, 890.  Today, we'll be going over the four main trims ((LX, S, EX, SX) of the KIA Telluride, so you can be better prepared for your potential 2023 Kia Telluride purchase here at Safford Brown KIA Manassas, Virginia! Before we get into the differences of the trims, let's talk about what's the same. Every KIA Telluride offers generous interior space with its standard 3-row seating and max cargo capacity of 87 cubic feet. Although only one engine option is available, the 3.8-liter V6 is highly robust and capable, delivering  291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque! For the trims we're comparing today, FWD is standard, while AWD will cost an additional $2,000.

2023 KIA Telluride LX  - $35,890 starting MSRP

Now that we got the similarities are out of the way, let's take a look at what features the 2023 KIA Telluride LX  has that make it unique from the rest. Standard Technology Features: 

• 12.3-inch Touchscreen
• Proximity Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
• Bluetooth
• Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
• Navigation and Sattelite Radio

Standard Exterior Features: 

• LED Projector Beam Headlights
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• Heated Power Mirrors
• 18-inch Alloy Wheels

Standard Interior Creature Comforts: 

• Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Five USB ports
• Three 12-volt power-ports
• 6-Speaker Audio System
• Leather-Wrapped Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Wheel
• Sliding and Folding Second-Row Seat

Standard Safety and Driver Assist Features:  The KIA Telluride offers up to 17 Driver Assistance Features as standard. Including:

• Hill-Start Assist
• Safe-Exit Assist
• High-Beam Assist
• Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane-Keeping Assist
• Lane-Following Assist
• Blind-Spot Monitoring
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking
• Rear Park Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control (GPS-navigation linked)
• Driver Alert Warning
• Highway Driving Assist 1.5

Who is the 2023 KIA Telluride LX For?  To be honest, going with the entry-level 2023 KIA Telluride LX is a serious bargain. Think about it, the base KIA Telluride has more features than the top-of-the-line trims of its competitors. With more features, more amenities, more utility, and lower MSRP than vehicles such as the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot. So who's the Telluride LX for? Anyone that wants a 3-row SUV that's jam-packed with standard features at a low affordable cost!

2023 KIA Telluride S- $37,790 starting MSRP

Don't be concerned by the shorter list of the trims moving forward. Every trim builds on top of the previous trim, so don't fret if higher trims seem to lack the features of the previous trim, they just have it as standard. Additional Technology Features: 

• 12.3-inch Touchscreen
• Proximity Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
• Bluetooth
• Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
• Navigation and Sattelite Radio
• Wireless Charging Pad

Additional Exterior Features: 

• 20-inch Alloy Wheels
• Gloss-Black Grille Insert
• Dual Exhaust Tips

Additional Interior Creature Comforts: 

• Power Sunroof
• Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
• Heated Front Seats
• 8-Way Power Adjustable Drivers Seat
• Second-Row 50/50 -Split Folding Captain's Chair
• Leather Wrapped Shift Knob

Who is the 2023 KIA Telluride S For?  The KIA Telluride S is for those who want a more aggressive exterior design and more premium interior features, such as the dual exhaust tips, gloss black grille inserts, heated front seats, second-row captain's chair, and power-adjustable seats.

2023 KIA Telluride EX  - $41,490 starting MSRP

The 2023 KIA Telluride EX adds more premium amenities but also loses the second-row captain's chair to reduce cost. If you still desire the captain's chairs, an additional $800 will bring them back. Additional Exterior Features: 

• LED taillights
• Power-Folding Outbound Mirrors
• Sunroof

Additional Interior Creature Comforts: 

• Leather Upholstery
• Power Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
• Hands-Free Power Rear Liftgate
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Additional USB ports
• Second-Row Center Armrest
• Woodgrain Interior Trim
• Second-Row Sunshades

Who is the 2023 KIA Telluride SX For?  The EX mainly adds premium materials and additional convenience features. If having extra accessibility and quality materials sound good to you, go with the SX.

2023 KIA Telluride SX  - $45,690 starting MSRP

The higher the trims we go, the more luxury features and materials are used. Building on the EX, the Telluride SX adds: Additional Technology Features: 

• Surround-View Camera
• 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Panel
• Blind-Spot Display
• Digital Key

Additional Exterior Features: 

• LED Fog Lights
• Automatically Tilting Outbound Mirrors
• Aero Wiper Blades
• Low-Profile Satin Chrome Roof Rails
• Gloss-Black Sidfeview Mirrors

Additional Interior Creature Comforts: 

• 10-Speaker Harman Kardon Surround-Sound Audio System
• Stainless Steel Pedal Covers
• 10-Way Power-Adjustable front seats with Memory
• 2nd Row Captain's Chair
• Dual-Pane Sunroof
• Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror with Homelink and Compass

Additional Safety and Driver Assist Features: 

• Front Park Assist
• Left-turn intersection assist
• Emergency Rear Braking

Who is the 2023 KIA Telluride SX For?  If having the most features with the most premium materials, all at a reasonable price sounds good to you, go with the SX. Still under $50,000 but offering features of high-end luxury brands, the KIA Telluride SX is the vehicle to own when it comes to adorable luxury.   We have plenty of 2023 KIA Telluride in stock at our Safford Brown KIA Manassas, Virginia location! Come in and take a test drive today! We also have 2023 Memorial Day Deals for the 2023 KIA Telluride below! [show_offers type="Monthly Telluride Deal"]