Power and Versatility
The Kia Telluride offers one engine to get you where you need to go. The standard 3.8L V6 engine generates 291 horsepower and offers an 8-speed automatic transmission. You'll also have the option of standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
The Ford Explorer outperforms the Telluride in terms of both power and options. With three engines to choose from, all of which offer at least 300 horsepower, the Explorer lets you select the engine you need.
The standard engine for the Explorer is the 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 engine with 300 horsepower. The next step up in terms of power is the available 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 engine with a whopping 400 horsepower.
The Explorer also offers a hybrid engine option for drivers who are eco-conscious. The available 3.3L Hybrid engine provides 318 horsepower, still keeping it on par with the two gas engine options.
Dimensions of the Explorer and Telluride
When choosing your SUV, space matters. You'll want your passengers to be comfortable and still have enough cargo space to bring with you whatever you might need. Check out the interior dimensions below:
| Â | Ford Explorer | Kia Telluride |
| Headroom | 40.7/40.5/38.9 inches | 40.9/40.2/38.1 inches |
| Shoulder room | 61.8/61.9/54.6 inches | 61.6/61.2/55.3 inches |
| Hip room | 59.2/59.1/40.9 inches | 58.9/58/43.7 inches |
| Legroom | 43/39/32.2 inches | 41.4/42.4/31.4 inches |
| Cargo space behind first row | 87.8 cubic feet | 87 cubic feet |
In addition to the larger interior space the Explorer offers, the Explorer is also a larger overall SUV than the Telluride. The Explorer measures 198.8 inches long and 78.9 inches wide excluding the mirrors. The Telluride has 196.9 inches in length and 78.3 inches in width.
Interior Features
The inside of your SUV is important. After all, that's where you spend your time when you're on the road.
The Telluride and the Explorer offer infotainment systems that provide in-vehicle navigation, Bluetooth® capability, music streaming, and much more.
The Telluride and the Explorer also have leather-trimmed seating on higher trim levels and heated front seats for those cold winter days. The Explorer has an available heated steering wheel starting at the second trim level, while the Telluride doesn't offer the same feature until the third trim.
The Explorer truly pulls ahead with its audio system. While the Telluride has a Harman Kardon® Premium Audio system with 10 speakers, the Explorer offers even more. The Explorer's audio system is an available B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 980 watts and 14 speakers for a complete audio experience.
The Kia Telluride offers one engine to get you where you need to go. The standard 3.8L V6 engine generates 291 horsepower and offers an 8-speed automatic transmission. You'll also have the option of standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
The inside of your SUV is important. After all, that's where you spend your time when you're on the road.