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Kia Telluride facelift 2023 3.8 V6 (291 Hp) Automatic
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Kia Telluride:
The Kia Telluride is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating manufactured and marketed by Kia since 2019. Positioned above the smaller Sorento, the Telluride was previewed as a concept car in 2016, with the production model debuting in early 2019 as a 2020 model. It shares components and specifications with its sister model, the Hyundai Palisade, including its engine, transmission, and wheelbase. Named after the town of Telluride, Colorado, the Telluride is the largest vehicle Kia has manufactured in the United States....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2023 Overview:
Kia Telluride (facelift 2023). With 355 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1931 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.8 V6 (291 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 3.8L V6 provides ample power (291 Hp) for daily driving, highway cruising, and confident overtaking, ensuring smooth acceleration for a large SUV.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km (approx. 23 MPG US), the FWD V6 offers reasonable, though not class-leading, efficiency for a vehicle of its size and capability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and upscale interior for 7-8 passengers
- • Powerful and refined 3.8L V6 engine
- • Stylish and rugged exterior design
- • Excellent standard safety features and technology
- • Strong value proposition in its segment
- • Comfortable ride quality
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average for the class, especially with AWD
- • No hybrid or more fuel-efficient powertrain options
- • Not officially tested by Euro NCAP (primarily US market)
- • Limited off-road capability despite rugged looks
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Concept: 2016 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Telluride |
| Generation: | facelift 2023 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (291 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 291 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 355 Nm @ 5200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Lambda II / G6DN More details about the engine Lambda II / G6DN |
| Engine displacement: | 3778 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, DUAL CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 12.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 13:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV70 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 189.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1875-1987 |
| Max. weight: | 2620 |
| Max load: | 633-745 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2464 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 595 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2268 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5001 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1989 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Height: | 1760 mm mm [41mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2901 mm mm [180mm less] |
| Front track: | 1707 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1717 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 203 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 17° |
| Departure angle: | 22.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 340.36 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 304.8 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18; 245/50 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 7.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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