Trim Report

Kia Telluride LX2020

Includes:KIATELLURD|LX
$1,000
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Safety

6 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

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Where to Find Kia Telluride LX

Location data for all 2020 Kia Telluride trims combined

35States

Texas has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Kia Telluride Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2020 Kia Telluride trims

High Concern

The 2020 Kia Telluride's high safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 695 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

6
Recalls
695
Complaints
8
Crashes
7
Fires
Recall Findings
19V5940002019-13-08
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child restraint system in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.

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20V4360002020-28-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Inoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V6260002022-15-08
TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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24V1480002024-26-02
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail.

Inoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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24V2140002024-20-03
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

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24V4070002024-05-06
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

A fire increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 Kia Telluride has accumulated 695 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with exterior lighting leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Exterior Lighting162
02Visibility/wiper121
03Unknown Or Other84
04Engine78
05Structure34
695 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Telluride Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2020 Kia Telluride trims

21–23mpg combined
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19-20city
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24-26hwy
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$1,900-$2,100/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2020 Kia Telluride ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Telluride FWD - Automatic (S8)
23mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Telluride AWD - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2020 Kia Telluride LX FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the LX compare to other Kia Telluride trims?

Every Kia Telluride trim targets a different buyer. The 2020 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2020 Kia Telluride LX?

The LX shares its core mechanicals with other Kia Telluride trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for exterior lighting issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 6 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2020 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Kia Telluride LX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Telluride LX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Telluride overview compares all years side by side.

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