Hot summer days turn your car into an oven. The 2025 Kia Telluride fights back with features that actually work. Your family stays comfortable from start to finish, no matter how high the temperature climbs outside.
Summer driving means dealing with scorching seats, burning steering wheels, and cranky passengers. The Telluride solves these problems with technology that cools you down fast and keeps you comfortable for the entire trip.
Three-Zone Climate Control Keeps Everyone Happy
The Telluride's tri-zone automatic climate control splits the cabin into three separate temperature areas. The driver sets one temperature. The front passenger picks another. Rear passengers control their own zone.
This stops the constant battles over temperature settings. Dad wants 22 degrees after working in the sun. Mom prefers 18 degrees. The kids need it cooler after sports practice. Everyone gets what they want without compromise.
Rear passengers control their temperature using buttons mounted behind the front seats. The system pushes cold air all the way to the third row - something many SUVs struggle with. Even passengers in the back row stay cool during long drives.
Cooled Seats Pull Heat Away from Your Body
The Telluride's available ventilated front seats use small fans to pull hot air away from your back and legs. Tiny holes in the leather let air flow through. The cooling starts immediately - no waiting for the cabin to cool down first.
Higher trim levels include ventilated second row seats too. Your passengers get the same instant cooling you feel up front. This makes a huge difference during the first ten minutes of driving on hot days.
The seat cooling works independently from the main air conditioning. You can cool your body while the cabin reaches your target temperature. Hot leather seats become comfortable in seconds instead of minutes.
Window Shades Block Sun from Passengers
Manual sunshades in the second row windows block direct sunlight from hitting your passengers. Pull them up during afternoon drives to prevent squinting and overheating. Kids can nap comfortably without sun in their eyes.
The dual-panel power sunroof tilts open for fresh air without letting in direct sun. You get ventilation without the greenhouse effect. The glass panels also reduce heat buildup compared to metal roofs.
Sound-reducing windshield and laminated door glass keep road noise down. This lets you run the air conditioning at lower fan speeds. Less noise means more comfort for everyone.
Start Cooling Before You Get In
Kia Connect lets you start the Telluride from your smartphone. Turn on the engine and climate control while you're still inside your house or office. The cabin reaches a comfortable temperature before you walk to the car.
Remote start works from several hundred metres away. Start cooling the SUV while you finish getting ready. Walk out to a comfortable cabin instead of a furnace.
The Digital Key 2 Touch feature lets you unlock and start the Telluride with your phone. No digging for keys while juggling groceries in the heat. Everything happens through your smartphone.
Smart Design Choices for Summer Comfort
LED interior lights produce less heat than regular bulbs. The cabin stays cooler while giving you clear visibility at night. The lights work with your cooling system instead of fighting against it.
USB-C charging ports in all three rows charge devices faster. Less charging time means less heat production. Your phone stays cool while powering up quickly.
The intelligent key system keeps the engine running during quick stops. Grab coffee or food while passengers stay in the air-conditioned cabin. No need to restart the cooling process.
Climate Control Comparison by Trim Level
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Feature
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EX
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SX
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SX Limited
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Tri-zone climate control
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Standard
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Standard
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Standard
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Ventilated front seats
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No
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Yes
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Yes
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Ventilated 2nd row seats
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No
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No
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Yes
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2nd row sunshades
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No
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Yes
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Yes
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Power sunroof
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Single panel
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Dual panel
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Dual panel
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Remote start
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Available
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Available
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Available
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Real Comfort for Real Summer Heat
The Telluride handles hot weather better than most family SUVs. The climate features work together to keep seven or eight passengers comfortable. You spend less time adjusting controls and more time enjoying the drive.
Test drive a Telluride during the hottest part of a summer day at Lindsay Kia. Feel how the cooled seats, multi-zone climate control, and remote start features handle real heat. Your family will notice the difference immediately.
To learn more about the 2025 Kia Telluride, visit Kia.ca
