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2023 Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander

2023 Kia Telluride

2023 Kia Telluride

vs.

2023 Toyota Highlander
3.8L V6 Engine

Standard Engine

2.4L 4-Cylinder Turbo
291 hp

Standard Horsepower

265 hp
5,500 pounds

Maximum Towing

5,000 pounds
Yes

Tow Mode?

No
87 cubic feet

Maximum Cargo Space

84.3 cubic feet

When you’re searching for the next third-row SUV to power your adventures outside of Jefferson County, you may be having a hard time choosing between two impressive models: the 2023 Kia Telluride and the 2023 Toyota Highlander. Either of these capable SUVs would make an impression on the St Charles streets, but only one belongs in your garage. Learn more about these two SUVs in Suntrup Kia South’s 2023 Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander comparison and decide which will be your next powerful SUV.

 

 

Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander: Performance

Whether you choose the Kia Telluride or Toyota Highlander, you’ll find strong engines as standard in either model. That said, the standard engine for the 2023 Kia Telluride manages to outperform the Highlander in terms of horsepower and maximum towing capacity. See the standard engine specs for each third-row SUV below:

2023 Kia Telluride 3.8L V6 Engine: 

  • 291 hp
  • 262 lb-ft of torque
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Up to 5,500 pounds of towing capacity

2023 Toyota Highlander 2.4L 4-Cylinder Turbo Engine: 

  • 265 hp
  • 310 lb-ft of torque
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity

Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander: Interior Dimensions

Comparing the Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander cabins shows one of the biggest differences between the two models. Both models offer seating for up to seven or eight passengers, but the interior passenger volume between the two shows a stark difference in the space each provides. Take a look at the interior dimensions and see which of these SUVs will give you the most room to stretch and pack around St Louis:

2023 Kia Telluride Interior: 

  • Maximum Interior Passenger Volume: 178.1 cubic feet
  • Maximum Cargo Space: 87 cubic feet

2023 Toyota Highlander Interior: 

  • Maximum Interior Passenger Volume: 136.3 cubic feet
  • Maximum Cargo Space: 84.3 cubic feet

Learn More About the 2023 Kia Telluride at Suntrup Kia South!

Now that you’ve seen all the major differences between these two impressive SUVs, come down to Suntrup Kia South and see the spacious, powerful 2023 Kia Telluride for yourself! Contact us to test drive the 2023 Telluride around St. Louis, and our team will be happy to give you all the information about features, options, and performance you need to make your final decision. You can also read our other guides to learn more about the Kia lineup! 

 

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