2024 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Toyota Venza Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Telluride

2024 Kia
Telluride

MSRP*: $36,190 to $53,385
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Venza

2024 Toyota
Venza

MSRP*: $35,070 to $43,215
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 40 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 87.0 ft3 55.1 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 - 5,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 196.9 in 186.6 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Telluride than in the Toyota Venza. The Kia Telluride offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Venza, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Telluride as you will with the Toyota Venza, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Telluride is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Venza.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Toyota Venza, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Telluride, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Venza.

Handling
The Kia Telluride has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Venza, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Telluride has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Venza.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Telluride does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Venza.

Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota Venza, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Telluride, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Toyota Venza.