Review: The 2023 Kia Telluride X-Pro rides higher than ever

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The Kia Telluride was one SUV that did not require an update, yet one was still made.

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With its luxurious feel and spacious design, the Telluride made a big impression in 2020,

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winning the North American Utility of the Year and World Car of the Year awards.

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Since then, the car built in Georgia has been one of the brand's best-selling models, but Kia is not letting its success rest on its laurels.

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The 2023 Telluride has had a minor facelift

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losing its distinctive orange headlamp rings in the process. It also gets new front and back ends.

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A new dashboard with dual widescreen digital displays for the instrument cluster and

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touchscreen infotainment system has been added to the interior's revamp.

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