2020 Kia Telluride Offers More Space & Increased Slate of Options

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The 2020 Kia Telluride boasts a roomy interior with plenty of towing power. If you’re looking for an SUV that can take you around the town and out on weekends, the 2020 Telluride could offer a good fit! Test drive the Telluride today at any Earnhardt Auto Centers dealership, including three Kia dealerships or affiliates located in Phoenix, Avondale and Peoria.

According to an Edmunds.com review, the 2020 Telluride is Kia’s biggest SUV yet, boasting an all-new model with a spacious interior. Seating can be configured for seven or eight people, and the vehicle offers up to 87 cubic feet of cargo capacity. A 291-horsepower V6 is standard, according to the review.

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Four-wheel drive is also offered as a standard feature, says the review, and all-wheel drive is available as an option. Kia offers four trim levels for the Telluride: LX, S, EX and SX. The LX includes rear parking sensors, selectable drive modes, adaptive cruise control, and split folding second- and third-row seating to customize your space for gear or people. The LX also offers tech toys like Bluetooth, five USB charge ports, an 8-inch touchscreen, a rear view camera, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and a stereo with satellite radio and USB input. Safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and a drowsy driver warning system. The S option includes a sunroof, heated front seats and available second-row captain’s chairs.

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The EX option adds a hands-free liftgate, keyless entry and ignition, three-zone climate control, a larger touchscreen and a wireless charging pad, among other features. And the SX trim includes all these features along with an upgraded driver information display, surround-view parking camera system and a 10-speaker sound system. You can upgrade the towing capacity to 5,000 pounds in the EX and SX options. And the Prestige package adds premium leather, heated and ventilated second-row seats, a power outlet and a heated steering wheel to the SX trim.

If you’re looking for a sporty, yet roomy and fun SUV with lots of technology toys, the 2020 Kia Telluride is sure to please! Learn more today at any of the Earnhardt Auto Centers Kia dealerships or affiliates. Or shop online at Earnhardt.com anytime!

Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.