Kia Telluride vs. Volvo XC90
When we compare the Kia Telluride's and the Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the Kia Telluride has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Telluride's and the Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the Kia Telluride is a better car than the Volvo XC90.
Kia Telluride vs. Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Telluride ranges from $41,554 to $58,983 while a used 2023 Volvo XC90 is priced between $52,905 to $68,992. For a new model, the Kia Telluride's price is between $40,083 and $57,911, with the Volvo XC90 priced between $58,276 and $74,020.
Kia Telluride vs. Volvo XC90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Telluride loses 47 percent of its value and the Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the Kia Telluride retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Telluride’s base engine makes 291 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The Telluride is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 489 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 526 miles. This gives the Volvo XC90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Telluride. The Telluride uses regular unleaded, and the XC90 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Kia Telluride has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia Telluride and the Volvo XC90 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Kia Telluride and the Volvo XC90 have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$40,083 - $57,911
Used Asking Price:
$41,554 - $58,983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,276 - $74,020
Used Asking Price:
$52,905 - $68,992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
Kia Telluride Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Telluride Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
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13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
44 out of / 66Ranking
44 out of / 62Ranking
49 out of / 66Volvo XC90 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 32Ranking
25 out of / 25Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
30 out of / 32Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
38 out of / 67Ranking
38 out of / 60Ranking
40 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Telluride Trim Levels
EX, EX X-Line, LX, S, SX, SX X-Line, SX X-Pro, SX-Prestige, SX-Prestige X-Line, SX-Prestige X-Pro
Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
B5 Core, B5 Plus Bright Theme, B6 Core, B6 Plus Bright Theme 6P, B6 Plus Bright Theme 7P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 7P
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 489 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 526 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Cargo Space:
21 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
199.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4134 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4589 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
