2023 Kia Telluride vs 2022 Ford Explorer
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$35,890 |
Listings264 | Listings72 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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2022 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | |
2023 Kia Telluride Reviews SummaryKia can barely keep up with demand for the Telluride, and its dealers and customers have told the company not to change a single thing, so you’d think it unnecessary for the automaker to invest a single penny upgrading the popular three-row crossover SUV. Kia would disagree. This year, the 2023 Telluride gets minor styling changes, new technologies, and some off-roading attitude in the form of new X-Line and X-Pro trim levels. We headed to San Antonio, Texas, to sample the Telluride’s new kit. And we remain impressed with this excellent family-size sport-ute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height68.9 in |
Length198.8 in | Length196.9 in |
Width89.3 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1664 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $35,890 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 9.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | Kia can barely keep up with demand for the Telluride, and its dealers and customers have told the company not to change a single thing, so you’d think it unnecessary for the automaker to invest a single penny upgrading the popular three-row crossover SUV. Kia would disagree. This year, the 2023 Telluride gets minor styling changes, new technologies, and some off-roading attitude in the form of new X-Line and X-Pro trim levels. We headed to San Antonio, Texas, to sample the Telluride’s new kit. And we remain impressed with this excellent family-size sport-ute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 68.9 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 196.9 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1664 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 5000 lbs |

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