For the last several years, the Kia Telluride has been one of the most popular three-row SUVs on the market. But this year, there’s a new option for drivers seeking a family-friendly vehicle. The brand-new Mazda CX-90 offers a combination of style, power, and elegance, but is it enough to knock the Kia Telluride from its top spot? We previously compared the 2024 Mazda CX-90 to the 2023 Kia Telluride, but now that the newest models are out, we’re updating our comparison so you can choose the best new SUV for you.
2024 Mazda CX-90 vs. 2024 Kia Telluride: Features
Here’s a comparison of the exterior and interior features of the 2024 Mazda CX-90 vs. the 2024 Kia Telluride.
Exterior Features
With a sleek stance and refined elegance, the all-new Mazda CX-90 embodies sophistication, making an impression on the roadways in Bountiful, Utah. Its sculpted frame and elongated hood line create a strong, agile presence. The Mazda SUV comes in a range of striking exterior colors, including the newly available Artisan Red Premium shade. It rides on standard 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels paired with all-season tires. Other standard exterior features include LED headlights and taillights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, heated side mirrors, and a programmable power liftgate.
Like the Mazda CX-90, the 2024 Kia Telluride comes with plenty of desirable features, though it lacks the same level of style and sophistication. The Kia SUV has a bold stance and an athletic frame, riding on 18-inch alloy wheels. It also comes in a variety of attractive colors, such as Everlasting Silver and Jungle Green. It’s worth noting that if you choose the Kia Telluride, you’ll have to purchase a higher trim to get some of the same features standard in the CX-90, including rain-sensing windshield wipers, LED taillights, and power liftgate.
Interior Features
Inside the 2024 Mazda CX-90, the stylish touches continue throughout the cabin, where you’ll find premium features that elevate your everyday commute. With three rows of seats, the CX-90 can accommodate up to eight passengers, and you can configure the interior space to match your family’s needs, with options such as a second-row bench seat or captain’s chairs. Leatherette upholstery comes standard, or you can choose genuine nappa leather-trimmed upholstery for ultimate luxury. Standard interior features in the CX-90 include:
- Three-zone automatic climate control.
- Push-button start.
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support.
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
Similarly, the 2024 Kia Telluride is a three-row SUV with seating for up to eight passengers. Some trims come with available second-row captain’s chairs, reducing the passenger capacity to seven. Standard leatherette upholstery offers a premium feel, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel comes standard, too. However, you’ll have to move beyond the base trim to get a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and the Kia SUV only comes with dual-zone temperature control, even in top-level trims.
Specs
Under the hood of the 2024 Mazda CX-90, you’ll find a 3.3-liter turbo inline-six engine, delivering up to 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. In certain trims, the powertrain makes up to 340 horsepower for even quicker acceleration on the Bountiful highways. The engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive, so you can feel confident in all driving conditions. The Mazda CX-90 is a highly efficient SUV, making 24 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. For maximum efficiency, you can choose the Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with 56 MPGe.
Every Kia Telluride comes powered by a 3.8-liter V-6 engine, generating 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Like the CX-90, it comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission, but front-wheel drive is standard. You can choose optional all-wheel drive for an additional cost. Even with front-wheel drive, the Kia Telluride gets lower EPA-estimated fuel ratings than the CX-90. The Kia SUV gets 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. In all-wheel drive versions, those figures fall to 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.
2024 Mazda CX-90 Trim Levels
Both the Mazda CX-90 and the Kia Telluride come in a range of trim levels, so you can choose the one that best meets your family’s lifestyle. The Mazda CX-90 is available in these variants:
- 3.3 Turbo Select.
- 3.3 Turbo Preferred.
- 3.3 Turbo Preferred Plus.
- 3.3 Turbo Premium.
- 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus.
- 3.3 Turbo S.
- 3.3 Turbo S Premium.
- 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus.
The base CX-90 Turbo Select starts the lineup with numerous standard features, such as selectable drive modes, blind-spot monitoring, and smartphone integration. As you move up in trims, the CX-90 adds even more top-of-the-line amenities, including a power-sliding glass moonroof and a 360-degree view monitor.
2024 Kia Telluride Trim Levels
Here are the 10 trim levels of the 2024 Kia Telluride:
- LX.
- S.
- EX.
- EX X-Line.
- SX.
- SX X-Line.
- SX X-Pro.
- SX Prestige.
- SX Prestige X-Line.
- SX Prestige X-Pro.
Like the CX-90, the Kia Telluride adds more features and options as you advance in trim levels. Many comparable features on the base CX-90, however, are only available in upper Telluride trims.
Technology and Safety
As Mazda’s new flagship vehicle, the CX-90 comes with the latest technology and state-of-the-art safety features. A 10.25-inch full-color center display offers infotainment options, including standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. A 7-inch LCD meter display also shows useful driver information, including the fuel gauge and speed. Every Mazda CX-90 also comes with intuitive driver-assistance technologies, such as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and driver attention alert.
The Kia Telluride also comes with standard smartphone integration, which connects through a 12.3-inch touch-screen display. A 4.2-inch instrument display provides details about the fuel range and economy. The Kia Telluride comes with many of the same driver-assistance features, including blind-spot collision warning and lane departure warning.
Test-Drive a 2024 Mazda CX-90 Today
The Kia Telluride is a good SUV, but the all-new Mazda CX-90 offers superior performance, better efficiency, and more standard amenities. Really, the choice is pretty simple. If you’re ready to test-drive the 2024 Mazda CX-90, visit us at Bountiful Mazda in Bountiful, Utah. We have a wide selection of all-new Mazda models, including the CX-90. With our affordable prices and new vehicle specials, you can feel confident you’re getting the best deal on a new Mazda. Contact us today for more information.
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