Toyota 4Runner vs. Kia Telluride

CAPABILITY

The 4Runner and the Telluride are more than just family cars. They’re vessels for your curiosity voyage! Thanks to reliable on- and off-road capabilities, these SUVs can help you go above and beyond.

Tackle the Trails

Ready to head to the off-road trails? The 4Runner and the Telluride are built for adventure. Let’s see how they stack up:

After a closer review, the Toyota is the forerunner in the off-roading department. Its generous ground clearance and approach/departure angles show that this vehicle is built to take on all sorts of obstacles on the trails. With a smaller ride height, the underside of the Telluride may not be as well protected. 

All-Terrain, All the Time

On top of its adventure-ready stature, the Toyota also has a few tools in its off-roading toolbox:

• Available Multi-Terrain Select with 4 terrain modes
• Available Multi-Terrain Monitor

These features help you get over all sorts of obstacles and return to civilization once the sun sets. While the Telluride has a 4-mode Drive Mode Select system, these modes are best suited for on-road travels.

TECHNOLOGY

It’s Friday afternoon. You’ve just dropped off your kids at their friends’ houses for sleepovers. How will you spend your “me-time”? With the help of intelligent technology and concert-like speaker systems in the 4Runner and the Telluride, you can easily unwind on the road.

Immerse Into Your Infotainment

Both SUVs have impressive infotainment setups with expansive screens and ergonomic dials, knobs, and buttons. However, the Toyota 4Runner offers the better listening experience. From the jump, the Toyota has eight speakers, while the Kia has six speakers.

For a more immersive experience, you can upgrade either model with a booming sound system. The Kia’s available Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System comes with 10 speakers, while the Toyota’s available JBL® sound system offers 15 speakers!

So, when you’re unwinding on the road, you can fully immerse yourself into your entertainment in the 4Runner. 

Hey Alexa! 

Both models have the audio systems, and they have the connectivity features to match! Both models support Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, which will help you tune in to your favorite music, podcasts, and audiobooks.

The 4Runner also has Amazon Alexa compatibility! The artificial intelligence you know and love is now on wheels. Amazon Alexa for Toyota allows you to access media linked to your Amazon account via voice command. With the conjoined app, you can also do the following:

• Turn on or shut off your vehicle
• Lock or unlock your vehicle
• Check fuel levels
• And more!

Although the Telluride has its own slew of technology, it goes without Amazon Alexa.

CAPACITY

Between your kids, your partner, and your new puppy, you need space. You also need a versatile vessel that can fit into any scenario. Thanks to the configurability of the 4Runner and the Telluride, you can take on each life phase like a pro.

How Many Seats Do You Need?

Did you know the 4Runner is available as a 5-seat or a 7-seat SUV? With multiple seating configurations and various trim levels to choose from, you can easily find a ride that fits your crew size and needs to a T!

The Telluride is a standard 8-seat SUV, which is perfect for transporting growing families or carpooling with friends. However, if you’re just starting a family, you may find the Toyota offers the perfect amount of space. The decision is yours. 

Bring On the Gear

You can also configure the cabins of either sedan to fit your necessary cargo! When comparing their 3-row models, both the Toyota and the Kia have 46 cubic feet of space available when the third row is folded flat. This is ample room for strollers, your kid’s science project, you name it.

However, when both rear rows are folded, the 4Runner offers 88.8 cubic feet, which slightly edges out the Telluride’s 87 cubic feet of space.