Comparison shopping is the way to go whenever you set about buying a car. The full-sized SUV market has a lot to offer, and plenty of competition in the ranks. If that’s what you’re looking for, we recommend reading up on the 2022 Kia Telluride vs 20222 Toyota Highlander in Racine WI. These are two fine vehicles with some excellent stats. We will go in-depth to find out which one edges the other out.
Both SUVs compared below are the base models. Let’s see how they stack up!
Feature / Spec | Kia Telluride | Toyota Highlander |
Starting MSRP | $33,090 | $35,405 |
Motor / Drive | 3.8L V6 / AWD | 3.5L V6 / FWD |
Horsepower / Torque lb.-ft | 291 | 295 |
Transmission | Electronically Controlled 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Sportmatic® shifter | Direct Shift-8AT 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT) |
Safety Features | Kia Drive Wise - Driver Assist Technology | Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ |
Infotainment | 10.25" touchscreen | 8” touchscreen |
Fuel Economy MPG City / Hwy | 20 / 26 | 21 / 29 |
Max Cargo Space cu. ft. | 87 | 84.3 |
Seating | Up to 8 people | Up to 8 people |
Connectivity | Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® | Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® |
The stats are nearly identical, which means taking test drives and carefully considering options is a wise choice. Naturally, we lean on the side of the Kia – but not just because we’re a Kia dealership. The Telluride has won many awards and accolades, including Best 3 Row SUV for Families by U.S. News and World Report, the Best Buy Award from Kelly Blue Book for three years running, and more. Kia consistently ranks near the top when it comes to quality and reliability (based on Consumer Reports and others). What else is there to know? There are many options available when purchasing a Telluride.
The 2022 Kia Telluride comes in four different trim levels.
The high-end SX features:
Whatever your decision, we know for sure that you will be pleased with your new 2022 Kia Telluride in Racine WI.
Boucher Kia of Racine is proud to serve the Racine WI area. If you’d like to know more about the 2022 Kia Telluride or any others in the Kia lineup, please contact us or stop by the dealership. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to help.