When shopping for a powerful and safe SUV, you'll probably come across the Lincoln Aviator and the Kia Telluride. Both vehicles can fit the whole family, offer driver-assist features to help keep you safe, and have plenty of tech to make sure you're connected.
So, which one might be better for you?
The Richmond Lincoln team has put together this comparison to help drivers from Richmond, Mechanicsville, and Ashland, VA answer that question. Give it a read!
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The Lincoln Aviator and the Kia Telluride are SUVs that pride themselves on their power and performance for good reason. Whether you’re hitting the highway or fueling up for your work commute, which model offers the better performance?
Both models have one standard engine across all their trims. In the Kia Telluride, a 3.8L V6 engine puts out 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. You'll also have the option of standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
The Lincoln Aviator’s engine easily outperforms the Kia Telluride engine when it comes to power. The Lincoln’s twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 engine produces an impressive 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. You’ll also get the choice of rear-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
Of course, having power is one thing, while ensuring it can be moved successfully from the engine to the wheels is quite another. So, which model does it more effectively and efficiently?
That would be the Lincoln Aviator. It comes with a 10-speed SelectShift® Automatic transmission with paddle activation. This system far outpaces the 8-speed automatic transmission of the Telluride. More gears provide more seamless shifting and a more stable ride; that’s what you’ll find in the Lincoln Aviator.
Nowadays, every vehicle comes with modern technology and convenience features to keep you connected and make your drives more enjoyable. The Kia Telluride and the Lincoln Aviator continue that tradition.
Both the Kia Telluride and the Lincoln Aviator have a standard touchscreen display with their infotainment systems. You can play music and use your smartphone's navigation on your infotainment system with standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration.
However, the Lincoln Aviator takes it one step further than the Kia Telluride. While both models offer a premium audio system, including a subwoofer, only the Lincoln Aviator comes standard with nine speakers. Fourteen speakers are also available. You’ll have to upgrade the Telluride or make do with its standard 6-speaker system.
When you sit in the driver’s seat, which features will enhance your drive? In the Lincoln Aviator, you’ll be able to prepare for any drive at any time of year thanks to these standard features:
- Heated first-row seats
- Tri-zone climate control
- Comfort front seats with 10-way driver and 8-way passenger power adjustability
While the Kia Telluride offers heated seats, they only come with an upgrade. The same is true for power-adjustable seating. Plus, the Telluride’s dual-zone climate control system offers less customization.
Whether you’re driving your regular commute to work or taking the kids out of town for a family trip, the most important thing about your drive will always be safety. Thankfully, SUVs like the Lincoln Aviator and the Kia Telluride take your family’s safety seriously.
The Kia Telluride and the Lincoln Aviator come standard with comprehensive driver-assist and safety suites. The Kia Telluride's safety suite is called Kia Drive Wise, while Lincoln Co-Pilot360â„¢ 1.5 is found in the Lincoln Aviator. Similar standard features include:
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Forward Collision Warning
- Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking
- Rear View Camera
- Blind Spot Information System
The Lincoln Aviator and the Kia Telluride diverge with the Lincoln Aviator's addition of the SOS Post-Crash Alert Systemâ„¢.
Standard even in the base Lincoln Aviator trim, this system activates the horn and the emergency flashers when airbags are deployed in an accident to alert passersby and emergency services to the vehicle's location.
When comparing the Lincoln Aviator and the Kia Telluride, the Lincoln Aviator takes the cake. We've talked about safety features, performance, and technology, and there’s so much more about the Lincoln Aviator for you to discover.
If you're near the Richmond, Mechanicsville, and Ashland, VA areas and want to see the Lincoln Aviator for yourself, stop by Richmond Lincoln. Our team will get you behind the wheel, so you can experience the Lincoln Aviator firsthand.
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