2020 Kia Telluride Specifications

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    • Engine Location : Front
    Body / Chassis : Steel unibody
    V 6 | •Atkinson Cycle LAMBDA II
    Displacement : 3778 cc | 230.5 cu in. | 3.8 L.
    Power : 291 HP (214.176 KW) @ 6000 RPM
    Torque :262 Ft-Lbs (355 NM) @ 5200 RPM
    Compression : 13.0:1
    Valvetrain : 24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
    Construction : Aluminum block and head
    Transmission:
    8 Automatic

    1st Gear : 4.808:1
    2nd Gear : 2.901:1
    3rd Gear : 1.864:1
    4th Gear : 1.424:1
    5th Gear : 1.219:1
    6th Gear : 1.000:1
    7th Gear : 0.799:1
    8th Gear : 0.648:1
    Total Kia Production for 2020 : 586,105
    2020 Kia Telluride
    Component

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    Manufacturer

    Kia America, Inc.

    NHTSA Campaign ID24V148000
    SummaryKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail.
    ConsequenceInoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    RemedyDealers will inspect and repair or replace the high beam headlights, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 25, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated mid-August 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC299.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

    Component

    TRAILER HITCHES

    Manufacturer

    Kia America, Inc.

    NHTSA Campaign ID22V626000
    SummaryKia 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.
    ConsequenceA fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    RemedyOwners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

    Manufacturer

    Kia America, Inc.

    NHTSA Campaign ID24V214000
    SummaryKia 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.
    ConsequenceA vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
    RemedyOwners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

    Manufacturer

    Kia Motors America

    NHTSA Campaign ID20V436000
    SummaryKia 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.'
    ConsequenceInoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
    RemedyKia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Component

    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

    Manufacturer

    Kia Motors America

    Mfr Report Date20190109
    NHTSA Campaign ID19V594000
    SummaryKia 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.'
    ConsequenceIf a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.
    RemedyKia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect seat belt assemblies. The repair will also include replacing the driver's seat belt which has a non-U.S. specified label, with a U.S. specification seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC181.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024

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    Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2020 Kia Telluride? A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has a wheelbase size of 114.20 inches.

    Q: What is the length of the 2020 Kia Telluride? A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has a length of 196.90 inches.

    Q: What is the width of the 2020 Kia Telluride? A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has a width of 78.30 inches.

    Q: How much headroom does the 2020 Kia Telluride have?A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has 40.90 inches of headroom.

    Q: How much legroom does the 2020 Kia Telluride have?A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has legroom of 44.10 inches.

    Q: What is the 2020 Kia Telluride's towing capacity?A: The 2020 Kia Telluride has a towing capaicty of 5000.00 lbs.

    Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2020 Kia Telluride? A: The 2020 Kia Telluride was a SUV.

    Q: How many vehicles did Kia produce in 2020? A: Kia produced 586,105 automobiles in 2020.

    Q: What engine did the 2020 Kia Telluride have? A: The engine powering the 2020 Kia Telluride was a V 6 (3778 cc | 230.5 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 291 HP (214.176 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 262 Ft-Lbs (355 NM) @ 5200 RPM.

    Q: What transmission did the 2020 Kia Telluride have? A: The 2020 Kia Telluride had a 8 speed Automatic gearbox.

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