OP: What didn't you like about the Telluride? Seems to be getting great reviews the last 2 or 3 years. |
Interesting. My finalists are the Highlander Hybrids and Sienna (hybrid) in Woodland trim. Thanks for sharing. |
Yes, I'm curious about this too. I've heard nothing but great things. It's ranked the top in its class by US News |
OP here. I liked the Telluride a lot. Ended up being my second choice. Ultimately, 2 factors made me choose the Grand Highlander over it: 1. Hybrid Max powertrain puts mpg at 27 in the Toyota. Kia AWD is 21-22. 2. The Toyota with Hybrid Max is much more powerful and, to me, fun to drive. It’s 360+hp and almost 400 lb/ft of torque. The Telluride was a very pleasant, easy drive but nothing exciting. |
luxury is Lamborghini, rolls, bentley etc. this title is wrong |
What did you think of the Palisade? It looks nice, but too large for me. |
OP. I like the Palisade, but it’s built on same platform as the Telluride (same engine, etc.), so differences are primarily cosmetic. Of the two, I preferred Telluride aesthetics both inside and out. In addition, Palisades have a known issue—there’s apparently a loud whistling noise at highway speed due to design of side mirror/driver’s door. Doesn’t affect every vehicle, but is somewhat prevalent. Given these factors, I eliminated the Palisade and focused on the Telluride (its twin). |
I also like my Ascent. The gas mileage is a real problem through. Otherwise I’m happy - safe, well constructed, roomy attractive interior, some higher end touches. Gas is the one downside. |
But you went with the Toyota? Bwahahahaha. Driving experience was a total dealbreaker for us wrt to the Toyota. |
Out the door, or just the sales price? Also, what does "MAX" even mean? Is there a non Max version? |
Perhaps but the Pilot is absolutely terrible looking. I just couldn't walk up to it in a parking lot every day. They really missed the boat on exterior design. |
Did you drive the Hybrid Max? Decidedly not “meh”. Though it still corners like a Toyota. 🤔 |
$55k plus tax Max is one of 3 engine options. Choice 1: turbo gas 4. 22mpg. Choice 2: standard Toyota hybrid (same as regular Highlander). A little underpowered, but 35+ mpg. More expensive. Choice 3: Hybrid Max engine. Like #2, but with a much more powerful electric engine. 360+ hp, 400 lb/ft of torque. 27 mpg. #3 is most expensive option. |
I test drove the Palisade. Really really liked it but god that front grille is literally the ugliest freaking thing I've ever seen in my life, it looks like the car is wearing a muzzle |
Bummer to hear that the CX-90 has the same issue in 3rd row as CX-9. I love my 2013 CX-9 and don't anticipate getting rid of it anytime soon, but my child is going to college soon and I don't need that third row as much anymore so it's not a big deal for me. (only used it for adults a couple of times and they managed, but were small people!). |