New 2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade
New 2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade
2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Performance
The all-new 2021 Kia Telluride is a midsize SUV with a powerful performance and off-roading capabilities due to its impressive available Active On-Demand AWD system. The 2021 Kia Telluride comes equipped with the standard 3.8L V6 engine that produces up to 291 horsepower as well as the 8-speed automatic transmission, a pairing that ultimately allows it to achieve a towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs.
The 2021 Kia Telluride also gets a fuel economy rating of up to an EPA-estimated 20 city and 26 highway mpg with FWD, while AWD models get up to an EPA-estimated 19 city and 24 highway mpg. The Hyundai Palisade gets the same 291 horsepower with its 3.8L V6 engine and an EPA-estimated 26 highway mpg rating, but the city mileage comes out to just 19 mpg, compared to the Kia’s 20 city mpg.
2021 Kia Telluride:
- 3.8L V6 engine
- 291 hp
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs
- Active On-Demand AWD
- Self-leveling rear suspension
- EPA-estimated 20 city and 26 highway mpg
2021 Hyundai Palisade:
- EPA-estimated 19 city and 26 highway mpg
- 291 hp
- Optional HTRAC AWD system
- 3.8L GDI V6 engine
- Towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs
- Trailer sway control
2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Technology
The new-and-improved 2021 Kia Telluride is just as smart as it is powerful. Kia drivers and shoppers near Plano, TX, will find this upgraded Kia SUV comes equipped with a host of standard technologies, including the standard UVO link remote connectivity. Customers can also opt for Bluetooth® connectivity as well as Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and wireless smartphone charging for on-road accessibility. The Hyundai Palisade comes equipped with the same smartphone connectivity features, plus the Head-Up Display and 8-inch color touchscreen display.
The new Kia Telluride also offers the Head-Up Display and a similar 8-inch touchscreen display with Rear Camera—two technologies that improve driver awareness and offer even better views of your surroundings while on the road. With the available Harman Kardon® premium audio system, you can enjoy every drive in the new 2021 Kia Telluride.
2021 Kia Telluride:
- Wireless smartphone charging
- UVO link remote connectivity
- Bluetooth® connectivity
- Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity
- Harman Kardon® premium audio system
- Head-Up Display
- 8-inch touchscreen display w/ Rear Camera
2021 Hyundai Palisade:
- 8-inch color touchscreen display audio
- Android Auto™ integration
- Apple CarPlay® compatibility
- 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster
- Heads-Up Display
- Wireless device charging
2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Safety Features
The all-new 2021 Kia Telluride also comes equipped with all of the essential safety and driver-assist features that boost awareness, improve stability and generally enhance every drive. Kia drivers and shoppers near Plano, TX, will be able to utilize smart technologies like the standard Auto Emergency Braking Technology, Blind Spot Collision Technology, Highway Driving Assist, Parking Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go and more in the new Kia Telluride.
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade, on the other hand, offers the Hyundai SmartSense safety suite package that includes High Beam Assist, Driver Attention Warning and Safe Exit Assist. The 2021 Kia Telluride also offers Safe Exit Assist, among other similar safety features designed to keep you in control on the road.
2021 Kia Telluride:
- Auto Emergency Braking Technology
- Blind Spot Collision Technology
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
- Safe Exit Assist
- Highway Driving Assist
- Parking Assist
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Rear Park Distance Warning – Reverse Sensors
2021 Hyundai Palisade:
- Hyundai SmartSense
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Lane Keeping Assist
- High Beam Assist
- Driver Attention Warning
- Safe Exit Assist
2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Interior
The all-new 2021 Kia Telluride is a powerful midsize SUV with an interior that seats up to eight passengers—or up to seven, depending on the trim—and provides comfort and convenience for everyone involved. Kia drivers near Plano, TX, will find the new Kia Telluride provides plenty of interior cargo space, including up to 87 cubic feet with the rear-seat area or up to 21 cubic feet in the trunk alone.
While the Hyundai has some nice interior elements, such as the available quilted leather interior door panels in the Calligraphy model, the new Kia Telluride comes out on top for its standard Sofino seat trim that offers a soft-touch, premium interior feel for front and rear passengers. Not only that, but customers can opt for the 2021 Kia Telluride’s available Premium Nappa Leather seat trim for an even more luxury experience.
2021 Kia Telluride:
- Cargo volume of 87 cubic feet with seat area; up to 21 cubic feet in trunk
- Seating for 7-8
- Sofino Seat Trim
- One-touch sliding and folding 2nd-row seats
- Premium Nappa Leather seat trim available
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
2021 Hyundai Palisade:
- Seating for 7-8
- 2nd-row bench
- Power tilt-and-slide sunroof
- 8-way power driver seat
- Quilted leather interior door panels with Calligraphy
2021 Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Exterior
The all-new 2021 Kia Telluride is a midsize SUV with luxury exterior design. This SUV comes equipped with standard 20-inch alloy wheels and satin chrome exterior accents as well as signature features like LED headlights, fog lights and Daytime Running Lights. Kia drivers and shoppers near Plano, TX, can choose from up to nine exterior paint colors as well, including Wolf Gray, Dark Moss, Everlasting Silver, Sangria and Black Copper.
While the 2021 Hyundai Palisade also has 20-inch alloy wheels, as well as premium front and rear fascias, LED lighting features and a hands-free smart liftgate for more convenience, the 2021 Kia Telluride generally has a more confident and aggressive exterior design—everything a Kia driver looks for in an SUV.
2021 Kia Telluride:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights and fog lights
- Satin chrome exterior accents
- 9 exterior paint colors
- Front and rear skid plate, silver finish
- Body-color, heated outside mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Projector Beam Headlights
- LED Daytime Running Lights
2021 Hyundai Palisade:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Premium front and rear fascias
- Hands-free smart liftgate
- LED taillights and headlights
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Side mirror approach lights
- Heated, body-color exterior mirrors
- Silver finish front grille
Why Buy from Central Kia in Plano, TX?
Central Kia of Plano, TX, is a premier new Kia dealership. Kia drivers and shoppers in the area can access Central Kia’s impressive New Kia Inventory that offers all of the latest, most popular Kia models, including the all-new 2021 Kia Telluride—a powerful, capable midsize SUV with excellent interior cargo space and seating for up to eight. Central Kia also offers reliable auto repair services and routine maintenance at the Kia Service Center as well as efficient, hassle-free financing and loan services at the Finance Center.
Whatever your situation, Central Kia of Plano, TX, is dedicated to ensuring every customer leaves fully satisfied with their experience. Schedule an appointment with our Service Center to have your Kia serviced, or visit the Finance Center to discuss your needs with a specialist. Browse the New Kia Inventory to discover the great new options available to you as a Kia driver. Central Kia of Plano, TX, is here for you.
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