Agree, the wireless CarPlay is puzzling since this is a top of the line
@narvinasearle1086
Жыл бұрын
I also have the Xpro in wolf gray w/Terracotta interior and I completely agree with you! The silver bumpers and trim were a huge fail. The contrast isn't as bad with the wolf grey color but it would drive me crazy if I had a darker color car. I ended up wrapping everything in gloss black within the first two weeks of owning the car. It really makes a HUGE difference! The wired Android auto/Apple car play is ridiculous at that price point!! Would also love the ability to PERMANENTLY turn off the auto stop/start feature. Other than that, I LOVE the car and I'm completely obsessed lol
@jayhomewood2673
Жыл бұрын
About how much did it cost for you to wrap everything in gloss black? Looking into that myself.
@leidtek9602
Жыл бұрын
Should you buy Ottocast U2-X Pro you will have your wireless connectivity for both Android and IPhone as workaround...!
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
$200 including a custom screen protector for the big screen on the dash
@narvinasearle1086
Жыл бұрын
@@jayhomewood2673 It was $1200 for both bumpers, the trim around the grill and the silver trim on the bottom of the doors. I've since learned that the prices do vary widely depending on region.
@Lifeneverlost
Жыл бұрын
Can you share a photo/video of how it looks?
@Onoitsbroko
Жыл бұрын
I actually rented a little base model 2021 Hyundai Venue a year or so ago and it had wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The fact that it's not standard is ridiculous tbh.
@Bonezz024
10 ай бұрын
I’d rather them throw a faux pipe on the other side to make it symmetrical than black it out.
@joef2504
Жыл бұрын
yep, everybody has those same issues (I own a SX-P Xline) the nice thing is they can all be fixed afterwards so you're not stuck (Paint or plasti-dip the bumpers, buy a $80 wireless Carplay adapter) All competitors have the cheap 2nd row arm rests, some don't even have them...
@rayray_x2
Жыл бұрын
That arm rest is solid I am a 220lbs 6 feet fully grown man and I put my arm on that arm rest and never broke
@mig3872
Жыл бұрын
I agree. Definitely needs wireless apple car play.
@savillecreations8046
Жыл бұрын
Our xPro arrives in one week. Eighteen month wait. Totally agree with your points….and ask why in the world did Kia not add exhaust tips to both sides?? Staggered wheels would also look great.
@raid7752
Жыл бұрын
Can we stop the nonsense already, the redesign of the front and rear end is a total miss. Should have left that alone. One thing they should have done I mean how hard is it to hide the rear wiper under the rear brake light and make the area look really clean. No hybrid or Ev model yet? Also, would have liked to see electric tilting and telescopic steering wheel and a beefer arm rests for the rear caption chairs. Since there is no nightfall edition, I wonder how many customers will be doing a blackout of the chrome pieces. Can we add exhaust tips to the driver side please. I thought about trading in my 2021 sx-p nightfall for a 2023 model but after seeing what they did to the front and rear end, I think I will keep mine. Everything else that were redesigned were what customers were asking for, so I guess Kia listened. It will be interesting to see how the 2023 model sells compared to other years.
@oghenetegaisrael2889
Жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I thought, too.
@josepho6577
Жыл бұрын
As a new owner of a ‘23 Telly I have to agree wholeheartedly. I would be driving a ‘22 nightfall edition today but at the time they were looking to get 10% over MSRP.
@efr2681
Жыл бұрын
10%...that's ridiculous. The problem is someone will pay it, and then that ruins it for everyone else....because now the bar has been set.
@2nd-place
Жыл бұрын
I’ve watched several dozen videos on this car doing research and this analysis seems spot on with what others have said, including in forums. I read you can get an $80 or so box to add wireless CarPlay that I’ll get when mine eventually arrives. Sure it sucks and should be included but it was my biggest gripe alongside things not being blacked out. There is a blacked out 22 in my neighborhood that looks sick and I’m disappointed I can’t get that look on my 2023.
@claudiamarquez2924
5 ай бұрын
On my 5th Episode of Coco Melon.. sike ! I'm actually searching for the perfect SUV for my 3 kids 🤔
@leidtek9602
Жыл бұрын
Should you buy Ottocast U2-X Pro you will have your wireless connectivity for both Android and IPhone as workaround...!
@chefduane3742
Жыл бұрын
The Telluride x-pro is VERY nice and I am trying to decide between it and the Honda Pilot. But how in the heck did Kia overlook not having Android Auto/Apple CarPlay as a standard feature?? Also, the Pilot has the 2nd row bench/armrest available. I am torn between the two but leaning slightly towards the Pilot. Thanks for an honest review by someone who actually OWNS and has lived with the car for a while. Talking heads and slick vids are one thing, but getting the info from an experienced owner is invaluable Thanks!
@lenachhom4130
Жыл бұрын
Same here! I’m leaning more toward the Pilot too. I ordered a Telluride 13 months ago and the dealership gave me the same bs answer every time I called, oh your car will get pull soon for production. But, never the estimate exact where I was in the queue. Got tired of it and asked them to give me the despot back. After more research, I’m definitely going with the Pilot bc their dealerships don’t ridiculously overcharged the MSRP price and the wireless Apple CarPlay is a bonus😊 I’m sure telluride is a great car. But after talking to several KIA dealerships and some wanted 10K over the MSRP price left a bitter taste in my mouth.
@the96punisher78
Жыл бұрын
I looked at both and after doing extensive research I decided on the Honda Pilot Elite and I’m extremely happy. The Kia’s interior is super nice but my common sense decided on reliability, dependability among other things!
@PowersFamily
Жыл бұрын
I think you will enjoy either I just think the pilot has not real identity. its like a vanilla midsized car. even though I am not a huge fan of the 2023 changes to the Telluride its head and shoulders a better-looking vehicle to me. good luck either way
@chefduane3742
Жыл бұрын
@@PowersFamily I would agree, but I am getting ready to retire and my days of cutting a high profile are over. LOL! These days I'm into being gray man and stealthy. When nobody notices you you can get away with a lot more. 😎 Yes, the Telluride is a better looking automobile but I think the Honda would work out for me better in the long run.
@efr2681
Жыл бұрын
Agree. Saw a review of the '23 Pilot the other day and it was better than I thought it wold be. Mostly, the interior. Honda and Toyota both are kind of blah when it comes to interior design, vs Hyundais products. But the Pilot, a t least on video, looked pretty sharp.
@user-le9be6es4t
Жыл бұрын
Good points. I personally don't care about the 'blackout' thing.... and I get that, as a design professional. I would prefer a dark charcoal for those accents so that thy are still discernible, yet subtle. But as you point out: personal preferences. Question: Are you having any oil consumption issues between oil changes? I have read several comments on the Kia forum about this.... and I have a new one on order..... hoping that it isn't a widespread issue.
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
I haven't had any oil issues but I've also only had the oil changed once since I've had the car. Still pretty new without a crazy amount of miles.
@flyingdutchmanwa
Жыл бұрын
100% right. Add to that the huge areas in front that allow rocks to penetrate and destroy the radiator and ac condensor. Not covered under warranty and a $1500repair.
@SilverBulletOBW
Жыл бұрын
‘24’s got rid of the silver exterior trim and brought back amber running lights! I know that doesn’t help the ‘23 crowd, but ya know.
@KryptoCosmo
Жыл бұрын
wired is better ! Less EMF radiation for us !
@vincentfontanez9334
Жыл бұрын
The satin details on the front grills I think look better tha black or chrome! The badges do look great in black!
@brokeboy87
Жыл бұрын
Kia uses to offer a faux wood trim in the interior that looked nearly on par with Mercedes, but kia moved to piano black and im no longer a fan of.
@swstevenpham2358
Жыл бұрын
I just picked up the same color car. I totally agree with every single thing you said. My car I noticed a ripple/dent on the front passenger door 6 inches under the handle towards the back edge of door. I looked at a few tellurides on the lot and they had same dent I was wondering if you had one also?
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure I understand. I tried looking but didn't notice anything
@argot7312
Жыл бұрын
Agree to all of those.
@bane1240
Жыл бұрын
I have a 24 prestige x-line. Lot of blacked out trim outside. Fail on still not having wireless apple car play. That said, its fixable for $30 and U dont need to plug your phone in. Just get a bluetooth based apple car play device that plugs in and your phone can connect to that but… I get that for $55k, it ought to be there. Less expensive Kias have it. Thats Stupid. Beyond that, love mine too.
@haze1123
Жыл бұрын
Agree with your take here. The KIA logo is especially too big and too chrome.
@rayray_x2
Жыл бұрын
U hate chrome glad u were not an adult in the 90s because it was all about chrome in that era
@Effingslackin
Жыл бұрын
Apparently the satnav in the higher trims conflict with the wireless capability of the infotainment system. How idk. But hearing from my friend who has the S trim, the wireless is spotty. So yeah
@smallwoodmatt
Жыл бұрын
Odd that no wireless CarPlay when I had a 2023 Kia Sportage rental car that had it, and that was a low optioned car
@karenkaye_
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine for 5 months now. Honestly surprised you didn’t mention auto lock when you walk away. Pay for a fully loaded vehicle and it doesn’t have auto lock lol
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
Your not wrong I did forget that one! I leave my car unlocked all the time because I'm used to my older one locking on its own when I walk away. Definitely should have auto lock!
@kevinmiller1121
Жыл бұрын
This my main gripe. Add in the fact that the touch sensitive area on the door handle doesn’t work most of the time, and you wind up having to fish the key out of your pocket or bag every time you want to lock the car. I also don’t understand why you can put all the windows down with the fob, but you can’t put them up. Up is by far the more important need when bad weather is coming and you need to close it up.
@korona277
Жыл бұрын
Out of curiosity why didn't you wrap the silver parts of the bumper? I don't know much about wraps.
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
My wife didn't care to spend the money to do it and it's mainly her vehicle she uses
@vincentfontanez9334
Жыл бұрын
But men a v6 kia thats worth that much with a single exhaust tip does not look good! Especially when a i4 rav4 has dual exhaust!
@thomascraig6814
Жыл бұрын
How do you make so much money?
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
I dont feel like I do haha but I do commission based sales
@dannyhou429
Жыл бұрын
Is this color wolf gray?
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
Yes
@dannyhou429
Жыл бұрын
@@freedomdriven9055 cool, looks great
@SabeySu182
Жыл бұрын
Bro, I don't think any of those opinions were controversial enough to warrant the "if you don't like my opinions, then screw you" attitude at the beginning of the video. Not everyone's trying to pick a fight, no need for hostility to be a default setting when you share things.
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
If you don't like my videos feel free to not watch them anymore👍
@SabeySu182
Жыл бұрын
@@freedomdriven9055 I actually liked your video, just noticed that one spot was off-putting, and sounded totally different from the rest of your video. The world isn't out to get you. Be well.
@freedomdriven9055
Жыл бұрын
I dont think you listened to me and clearly understood what I was getting at and addressing. But it's OK. I don't get paid for this and do it for fun and so you get the real me. If it puts you off then don't wach me👍
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