Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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The 2027 Kia Telluride gets a major redesign, but is it enough to keep this three-row SUV among the best in its class? On this week’s episode, we discuss the Telluride’s powertrain, styling, comfort, and biggest competitor. We also answer audience questions about navigation systems, satellite radio, and why manufacturers are charging for certain telematics software.

SHOW NOTES:
0:00 Intro
0:36 What’s New on the 2027 Kia Telluride
02:29 What we love about the 2027 Kia Telluride
10:57 What we dislike about the Telluride
20:17 Ride Quality, Handling & Driving Dynamics
29:12 Safety Tech & Features Overview
33:20 Competitors, Buying Advice & Final Thoughts
36:06 Audience Question: Navigation, SiriusXM & App Subscriptions

LINKS:

Overview: 2027 Kia Telluride: consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2027/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Test Results: 2026 Hyundai Palisade: consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/palisade/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2026 Toyota Highlander: consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander: consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/grand-highlander/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Best & Worst Infotainment Systems: consumerreports.org/infotainment-systems/screen-stars-in-car-infotainment-systems/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT