The 2022 Kia Telluride seems to be winning all the awards these days, and now it’sone of Kelley Blue Book’s Best Family Cars of the Year. This is the third year in a row that the three-year old model has been one of the best SUVs for families. So what makes the 2022 Kia Telluride so great, and why did Kelley Blue Book honor it with this award?

The 2022 Kia Telluride is Kelley Blue Book’s Best Family Car of the Year winner

It’s no surprise that the 2022 Kia Telluride is one of the best, most family-friendly SUVs out there, and Kia knows it. It says, “Not surprisingly, 93 percent of Telluride owners rate ‘usefulness for carrying passengers and cargo’ either truly outstanding or excellent, higher than all other competitors in the segment.”

So why does Kelley Blue Book like it so much? Kelley Blue Book says, “Our experts have lauded the 3-row midsize SUV as a best buy year after year and continue to be impressed by its unmatched mix of presence and practicality.” It’s that blend that has made it so popular among families and consumers looking for a stylish yet functional three-row SUV as well.

Why is the Kia Telluride so popular?

The 2022 Telluride is a midsize three-row SUV that can sit up to seven or eight passengers, depending on its setup. It’s roomy inside, though the third row may be a bit small for regular use by adults. In addition, the Kia Telluride has plenty of storage space, which is a huge priority for families.

The 2022 Kia Telluride comes standard with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment screen and important safety features like forward collision warning and blind-spot monitoring. It also has lane keep assist and lane following assist. The LX also has rear occupant detection, which will alert you if you accidentally forget a child or pet in the backseat. In addition, the Telluride is an IIHS Top Safety Pick.

The Telluride has other nice features, like a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a push-button as well as remote start. It also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. If you upgrade to a higher trim level you can get features like reverse tilt-down outside mirrors, dual sunroofs, LED Projector Beam headlights, and High Beam Assist and LED Front Fog Lights.

How much does the Telluride cost?

The 2022 Kia Telluride price starts at $32,790 for the base model SX. This is a pretty affordable price for a three-row SUV, and one that’s as nice as the Telluride. The base model Telluride has a 3.8-liter V6 engine that makes 291-hp and can tow up to 5,000 pounds. As the trim levels increase, so does the price, as expected. Still, even the Telluride SX is a pretty reasonable $45,518. 

One of the best parts of the 2022 Kia Telluride is the fact that it feels like a luxury SUV even though it’s not. Its technology is updated and well done, its interior is nicely appointed. Its safety features and crash test ratings make parents feel better about choosing it over some other SUVs. It’s a great family SUV.

It’s no surprise that the 2022 Kia Telluride is one of Kelley Blue Book’s Best Family Cars of the Year With everything that comes in the new Telluride plus its excellence in the categories that families value, parents are choosing it as the best SUV for families already.