![]() It's coupled with a lane-departure warning that's ready to yell at you when you get too close to the edge of the lane. It's not as assertive as Tesla's Autopilot while driving, but I turned it off more often than I do in other cars. ![]() My biggest issue is that the lane-keep-assist is rather aggressive I found it a bit too overbearing. Lane-keep assist is fine at straight lines and wide curves, but anything else is beyond its abilities. The adaptive cruise control is solid and reduces speed in a comfortable fashion when cars merge ahead of it. The driver's assistance features (adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist) are on par with Kia's other vehicles. ![]() The 3.8-liter V6 engine's 291 horsepower and 262 pounds of torque had no trouble with merging onto the freeway and overtaking slower drivers. The expected body roll is there, especially on mountain passes. So if you'd rather use your phone, you can without dropping some extra cash.īehind the wheel, the Kia has sharp steering but still drives like a large midsize SUV. While using the system, latency was barely noticeable, and it supports CarPlay and Android Auto standard. It's not exciting, but it works, and I'm still a fan of the customizable home screen that surfaces three features. Kia is still using the no-nonsense infotainment system found in Hyundais. Yes, the wood in the dash is fake, but I still like the way it looks. I rarely run my hands over the interior of my car and think about how the manufacturer decided on one material over another. Sure, they look great, but they feel less than lavish. They still feel like they're from a midclass vehicle. The only reminders you that you're in a relatively inexpensive luxury SUV are the materials. The look follows the Kia/Hyundai design language, but fancier. The seats are comfortable throughout, and while I encountered some headroom issues in the third row, anyone under 6 foot should have no issue sitting there for an hour or two. By subscribing, you are agreeing to Engadget's Terms and Privacy Policy.
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