2024 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander

When you’re searching for the next third-row SUV to power your adventures outside of Kingsland, you may end up stuck choosing between two impressive models: The 2024 Kia Telluride or Toyota Highlander. Either of these capable SUVs would make an impression on the Jacksonville streets, but only one belongs in your garage. Learn more about these two SUVs in Lou Sobh Kia of Brunswick’s 2024 Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander comparison and decide which will be your next powerful SUV.

Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander: Price

Before diving into specifications, it’s important to check which of these SUVs best fits your budget. When deciding between the Kia Telluride or Toyota Highlander you’ll find that the Telluride comes in at a much more affordable price. Take a look at the Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander starting prices below:

• 2024 Kia Telluride Starting Price: $36,190 MSRP
• 2024 Toyota Highlander Starting Price: $39,120 MSRP

To get a more in-depth look at how either of these SUVs might affect your budget, use our online payment calculator and trade-in value tools.

Kia Telluride vs. Toyota Highlander: Performance

Whether you choose the Kia Telluride or Toyota Highlander, you’ll find strong standard engines on each. That said, the standard engine for the 2024 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:

2024 Kia Telluride 3.8L V6 Engine: 

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

2024 Toyota Highlander 2.4L 4-Cylinder Turbo Engine: 

• 265 hp
• 310 lb-ft of torque
• 8-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 similar seating, 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. Simons Island:

2024 Kia Telluride Interior: 

• Head Room (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 40.9/40.2/38.1
• Leg Room (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 41.4/42.4/31.4
• Shoulder Room (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 61.6/61.2/55.3
• Hip Room (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 58.9/58.0/43.7
• Maximum Cargo Volume: 87 cubic feet

2024 Toyota Highlander Interior: 

• Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 41.2/39.4/36.1
• Hip Room (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 57.2/57.0/45.6
• Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd row, inches): 42.0/38.7/28.0
• Maximum Cargo Volume: 84.3 cubic feet

Learn More About the 2024 Kia Telluride at Lou Sobh Kia of Brunswick!

Now that you’ve seen all the major differences between these two impressive SUVs, come down to Lou Sobh Kia of Brunswick and see the spacious, powerful 2024 Kia Telluride for yourself! Contact us to test drive the 2024 Telluride around Brunswick, and our team will be happy to give you all the information about features, options, and performance you need to make your final decision. While you wait, read our overview of the 2024 Kia Telluride so that you know what to expect when you get behind the wheel at Lou Sobh Kia of Brunswick.