2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid: More Power, Way Less Drama | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #526
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This week, we share our initial impacts of the 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid– the very first hybrid variation of Kia’s prominent three-row SUV. We review its 329-hp hybrid powertrain, improved fuel economy, comfortable and quiet ride, controls, front-seat comfort, and how it compares with the closely associated Hyundai Palisade Hybrid. And also, we answer an audience question about picking a luxurious, fuel-efficient three-row SUV for long highway trips.
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SHOW NOTES
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0:00 – Intro
00:47 – 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Overview
03:30 – Hybrid Powertrain
08:13 – Telluride Hybrid vs. Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
09:56 – Low-Speed Hybrid Hiccups and Transmission Behavior
12:43 – Fuel Economy: 31 MPG vs. 20 MPG
13:43 – Ride Handling, convenience, and wheel Size
15:46 – Interior Storage and Everyday Usability
16:54 – Climate Controls and Infotainment
20:57 – Roomy Cabin, Convenient Features, and Door Handles
23:00 – Front-Seat Comfort and Driving Position
27:32 – Which Hyundai/Kia Three-Row SUV Would We Choose?
30:55 – Audience Question: Best Luxury Three-Row SUV for Long Commutes
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Examination Results: 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid.
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride-hybrid/2027/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
2027 Kia Telluride.
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2027/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
The Majority Of and Least Satisfying Hybrids, Plug-In Hybrids, and EVs.
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/most-and-least-satisfying-electric-vehicles-and-hybrids-a2825600877/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
Which Brands Make the most effective Cars?
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/cars-driving/which-car-brands-make-the-best-vehicles-a6159221985/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
Who Makes the Most Reliable New Cars?
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/who-makes-the-most-reliable-cars-a7824554938/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
Locate an Efficient Vehicle That’s Right for You.
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/buying-guide/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT.
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Consumer Reports specialists: Mike Monticello, Joe Veselak, Jeff Bartlett.
