Is the 2023 Kia Telluride X-Pro the BEST new midsize SUV to BUY? 

I can’t believe they did away with the rectangular running lights. That was the signature of the Telluride, what made it identifiable from a quarter mile away. Everyone loved them.

Can we stop the nonsense already, the redesign of the front and rear end is a total miss. Should have left that alone. One thing they should have done I mean how hard is it to hide the rear wiper under the rear brake light and make the area look really clean. No hybrid or Ev model yet? Also, would have liked to see electric tilting and telescopic steering wheel and a beefer arm rests for the rear caption chairs. Since there is no nightfall edition, I wonder how many customers will be doing a blackout of the chrome pieces. Can we add exhaust tips to the driver side please. I thought about trading in my 2021 sx-p nightfall for a 2023 model but after seeing what they did to the front and rear end, I think I will keep mine. Everything else that were redesigned were what customers were asking for, so I guess Kia listened. It will be interesting to see how the 2023 model sells compared to other years.

Anyone think they 2022 is better? I own one and I'm glad I got the 2022.... other than the 2023 all digital screen...

They ruined it

Not digging the exterior. It reminds me of something that already exists. It’s a shame they took away its distinctive design in favor of a cookie cutter bland design.

$55,000 for a Korean V6 ? It drives me nuts. I would rather a Durango RT.

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Joe you always say “if you’re ready, I’m ready” but I think you should brand it and say “if you’re Raiti, I’m raiti” 😂

For a 55k car I'd expect for there to be one symmetrical moon roof instead of two split sun roofs come on Kia it's not 2010 anymore.

I gotta thank you Joe, and the whole Raiti's team, for these great videos - I was in the unfortunate position of needing to replace a car in this market, and I checked your channel every time I was considering a model. Virtually all the ones I was considering had been covered at some point pretty recently. The honest feedback and walkthroughs were so much help before even stepping foot on a lot. Even if we don't agree on flat black wheel surrounds haha!

Really nice car but $55k for a Kia? Cars are getting way out of reach for the average person to afford.

They completely ruined the front end. That silver makes it look so cheap now. And to take away those lights?? What were they thinking?

The interior changes are nice but only higher trims get full digital instrument cluster. I’m not a fan of silver plastic rectangular piece of lower bumper. To me it looks like clown lips. Maybe it would be less ugly if was black but I think 2022 model looks better.

I'm gonna zonk the X🙅‍♂️. Also why get rid of the amber lighting. It was the iconic telluride look.

Joe is the best real reviewer on the market. As a Dad, Car Nut and avid youtube watcher he gives the best advise out there. Plus it's funny! Let's Go... Outback Review porfavor

That's alot of zonks for a $55,000 SUV.

Kia has done a fantastic job, with the off road version, of the Telluride! With this off road package, the Telluride looks great, and you get an extra 500 pounds towing which is awesome!! But i've said this before and I'll say it again, Kia needs to make a performance version of the Telluride, to keep the momentum going. Can't you picture the Stinger's 3.3 twin turbo stuffed in this Telluride. Kia, if you are reading the comments please consider!! Somebody's gotta compete with the Explorer ST and the Acura MDX Type-S. So it may as well be KIA!!!

If I could replace my 2022 interior with the 2023’s and keep the 2022 exterior that would be the perfect combo. Tail lights are maybe the one thing I’d bring over with the more smoked look that matches the headlights.

IMO the 2023 was redesigned to fit the X Pro/X Line Models (Not sure about the Standard EX/SX). I have the 2023 X Pro in Wolf Gray and its truly beautiful. The off-road tires add such a rugged look and it really does look mean. I understand the concern over the DRLs and sometimes wish they were still there, but the new headlights do look great and the front end is still very attractive and aggressive. The car definitely shows better in person than on video. Couldn't be happier with our purchase!

Even though Joe mentioned it, most people seem to forget that the 2023 palisade and Telluride now come with the digital rearview mirror LOL. so much damn value in these cars. It’s hard to not choose either the Kia or the Hyundai. The Palisade even comes with a driver side massaging seat and heated third row seats. Who else is doing that other than maybe Mercedes? 🤷🏽‍♂️

Nice review. The third row has to come with plastic materials because most times the last row are always folded for luggages. It is best this way

Kia dropped the ball on this one. Fewer features then the Palisade and a higher price. Those wheels and tires must be expensive because there's no other reason for this to be $55k.

Interior is beautiful except for the gloss black part should have made it wood trim colour or silver or the accent colour.

One of the things I loved about the telluride they removed. I am sooooo sad they removed telluride from the hood💔

Why would they get rid the Led rectangular light? It’s what telluride signature design and unique . This new headlight is just “mehhh”.

You’re spot on about the exhaust pipe… would have been much better if they had at least put single exhaust on both sides. Hope Kia adds a hybrid option for the Telluride next year.

They’ve completely ruined the damn thing, it’s ugly and hideous. Who was designing this the front is plastic land, and those DRL’s are you serious?! There’s no way Hyundai didn’t have a hand in this.

Ive been a Honda and Toyota all my life, but Kia is start to grow on me and they have better warranty then the Japanese.

Dang, you fired your wife? I guess you're gonna have to play with your own Twinkie

No more Nightfall package? WTF are they doing?

They really messed up getting rid of the amber square lights

Love the enthusiasm Joe! But I have to zonk the daytime running lights, the rear wiper and the price. Love the review. Thanks for bringing it to us.

New infotainment but still no wireless Apple Carplay or Android Auto? ZONK!

why does the front door look off? 5:18 i thought it was the camera angle, but when steven zoomed in i was convinced it was the kia

It's a shame that there's all of these nice cars out in the market right now and they're all unattainable unless you want to deal with slimy dealer markups. A couple years ago you could walk out the door without haggling and buy something for msrp.

The roof rack is definitely slightly different since it has some holes instead of just a straight flush. Other than that, the interior looks almost the same except for the front panel. Still like my 2021 night fall headlights compared to the new ones though ;)

In the beginning the Telluride looked better. Advantage is now to the Palisade. Someone Kia lost it. The front end changed for the worst.

Looking forward to your review of the 2023 Toyota Corolla. "On throttle, here we.........(wait for it.....wait for it.....) go!" LOL

You can never go wrong with a black and white car. Both those colors go hand in hand. What would have looked killer on this if they kept the orange rectangular day time running lights

Damn the host is so tall he can see ontop of the roof of the telluride lol. I cant even see the top roof of my mazda cx5 lol. Americans call the telluride mid size suv? Damn lol. Thats considered a full size or large suv in australia lol. The mazda cx5 is called a mid size suv lol here in australia.

After watching this review I’ve come away with these two certainties…1- I still prefer the palisade and 2- I want a meatball sub with Twinkie’s for dessert.

Looks like the local collision shop cut the front bottom fenders and slap in a silver colored crown wooden moulding😂🤦🏻‍♂️ thats Zonk to me😫also the zonk is the DRL.. it is what the telli sets it apart..

It's unfortunate. I was hoping to be able to put 34 boxes of Twinkies in the lower storage section of this Telluride. Anyway, great review as always, Joe and Lori.

I have mixed feelings about the hard plastics in the 3rd row. I am sure that is to save money but could it also be because a lot of people will use the back area to haul stuff and having soft materials back there could get damaged easier?

Good luck finding one of these on the west coast without at least a year wait and/or ridiculous markup. Another great review as always. Keep 'em coming.

Haven't even watched the video yet but boy do I wish I could get a Telluride. I love my Sportage though

We held off to see the updates for 2023 but decided to purchased a 2022 SXP this past weekend and we love it. Pearl white, expresso brown interior. I wasn't feeling the front grill and the new headlights on the 2023.

The Explorer ST is a better bargain for what they want on these Korean Kars

Went shopping last weekend. Kia is asking 7-12k mark ups for their products. No thanks ! In 6 months they’ll have to start actually selling cars again.

So I'm clear, people will spend 55k for a kia?

Where is the… emergency breaks in these luxury cars?

🍒Love this SUV but... is Telluride susceptible to Kia/Hyundai's history of 🔧engine failures and recent 🔥fires?

I'm still upset that kia has already delivered 2023 tellurides to dealers but can't seem to update their website so I can see what options come with the new trims and what can be added as well.

THERE IT IS!!! I've been patiently waiting for Team Raiti to put this review out. Glad to see it and can't wait to see you cover the additional models and color variants...assuming you will Keep up the great work TR!!

Raiti ever since you told the story of "To Hell you Ride!!!" I can't get it outta my head!!😂😂 Every time I see a Telluride I say "To Hell You Ride!!!"😂🤣😂

I like both Telluride and Palisade. Telluride is a nice has good looking interior even like the style of the vehicle.

As someone that has a ‘22 SXP, I hate that they changed the amber DRLs. I also think the front and rear number looks like cheap gray plastic. This was a step backward imo. I do like the updated interior dash though.

you lost me as soon as you said the price! $55K for a Korean product? No thanks! I don't care how good looking it is. I know Kia has come a long way, but they still have a LONG way to go to catch up with the reliability of Toyota or Honda. They are trying to play in the "big boys" club when they are not quite there yet.

A couple things on the exterior Joe; the lower bumper trim was an air curtain for previous models. I’m not sure if the 23 has been changed. Also the hood has been slightly changed as they have debadged the telluride text.

Untill they come up with new engines with better fuel economy..all the glitters and toys does not make sense in current times..

Rait, I’m surprised you didn’t ding this Telluride for having only 7 inches of ground clearance that is not very much for a beefy looking SUV, that is pretty sad,,,why would anybody want this if they can get the Toyota Forerunner which has great ground clearance and capability for a similar price

Gotta "Zonk" the fact it's a $55k Kia.

Kias entire lineup of crossovers and suvs look fantastic. Tellu's interior looks better than the updated 23 Highlander Limited. Superb layout and tech. $60Kish is kinda steep though.

Hands down, one of the best looking suv's in the current market and the interior equipment is just amazing.

$20k+ over MSRP? 😂😂 No thanks!

I wish they would make the 3rd row electric fold down. Like my Ford was. Also they never consider little people like myself. I loved my ford that the pedal came up to me and the steering wheel was electric which made it easier to customize to my liking.

Love 23 my Palisade Caligraphy. They might have the same powertrain, but the Palisade just rides nicer, and IMO, looks better, but the Telluride is beautiful also.

I like my girls how I like the telluride’s on throttle, no slip all grip

Great SUV, but they failed on the outside refresh 😔. However the interior got the proper updates. However, it's still better than say, a Highlander, and a more useful 3rd Row seat

Yeaaa….that’s gonna be too many zonks for me dawg (Randy Jackson voice)

Definitely worth the money over a Sorento. I just felt cramped sitting in the second and third row of a ‘22 Sorento.

I feel sorry for anyone who bought a Chevy Traverse High Country when this thing exists (for the same price)!

I think you need to spend sometime talking about price and trims in specific. With some write up to get some clear visual I see that’s missing in many of your videos.

Exceptional review as always!!

😊 Loved your statement regarding the mirror, it's so important to love yourself. I'm only starting to learn to love myself, hopefully I'll be better when it comes to loving others in the future. Growing up has been difficult because my parents failed to love me. 😎 Love your review, keep up the great work boss! 🍾🥂

This Kia Telluride at the top of the SUV food chain with much flavor.

The Kia looks fire I love the telluride❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 awesome videos Man

Gunna miss the amber halo running lights on the outgoing SX, but at least ALL trim levels now get full LED headlights, and not the outdated halogen lights that were on the standard EX and below. I am not liking that new lower front bumper. Looks like they stuck clown lips on it. Hopefully it doesn’t look that bad in person. Thanks for making us all laugh throughout the video, Joe.

This will be my first SUV! Great video Joe.

Love it. My ONLY complaint is I wish KIA would blackout all the badges. The new KIA logo is cool, but it's too big and too chrome.

Love the passion 😊. I needed a bench middle row, not keen on the captain seats but wanted the nightfall edition look. So went down the chrome delete option on my black 22 telluride. Blacked out the badges and alloys. Still looks slick and turns heads. Such an all round great car

Been eyeing this Telluride since it was first introduced……done lots of research and talked to certified mechanics about it, nothing but positive feedback from everyone. I’m definitely getting one next year as a gift to myself. I’m ready to get rid of my old ugly Grand-Caravan

The interior has improved a lot. Beautiful SUV 🔥

Nice review! I waited 10 months and my Telly never arrived. A different dealer called and said some one bailed on theirs. Wasn’t the right colors I wanted but right trim level. I was lucky to snag it as MSRP😮!!! I did not was the 23. Hopefully she lasts me 10 years. My kia soul is 12 years old and is starting to fall apart on me 😢 at 200k miles. Your reviews are very detailed!

I was really hoping they would take this chance to fix the little gripes I had which was the awkward one sided exhaust as well as the fact that the Hyundai palisade (the telluride's equivalent) had shifter paddles but the telluride didn't. I always questioned that decision considering telluride is the MUCH sportier looking suv between the two

I really wanted to watch Joe Raitis NEW 3 row suv the 2023 Kia Telluride X-PRO since watching the 2023 Kia Sportage X-PRO from Raitis Rides. What's the MPG and what is the MSRP for the 2023 Kia Telluride X-PRO?

We have a 21 and it has the turn cameras (you said they finally got it, but it's been there). I also think the exhaust placement is bad. On the 21 at least if you are getting something out of the back is really easy to burn yourself on the exhaust because it sticks out a bit.

Not excited about the new look of the front. Really liked the older model better aesthetically

Appreciate the fact it’s 6 cylinders instead of a turbo 4

If you're having an issue fitting that football into the center armrest cubby you can just deflate it a little...

To my conclusion based off of your review the telluride is a good car with great features for an awesome price with room for improvement but hey for 55k this is like a budget range rover 😂

Classic Kia. Fixing what isn't broken and Not fixing what's broken.

Kia is doing big things but they need to get on top of the demand and get their pricing back down to earth. For another 10k you can get a nicely appointed Q7 or X5. This car is nice but by no means luxury.

Exceot you go to the dealership and they are marking it up by 15k they can just keep them all

Can't believe it's called Mid size. Only in America Everywhere else it's a monster truck.

All the zonks are easily canceled out by the fact that this vehicle actually has a holder for cinnamon TicTacs. That’s a huge win right there, and the reason I’m buying this vehicle.

You need to do a video on a 2023 Hyundai palisade the guy I just watched he did a crappy job explaining it

That grey leather interior is gorgeous, especially the way that the armrests totally pop on the doors.

Every Raiti's video after 25 seconds: But before .... let's talk about what's going on here ... Actually I love it

Disagree with you on painting wheel wells on "off road" versions of vehicles. I think it looks more rugged and is more functional for what the version is designed for, but awesome review as always. thanks man