

The display is large with a customizable, adjustable font and a streamlined design that lets you see what you need without being distracted by anything else. It paired easily to my Android, and the Bluetooth connection delivered a crisp, clear signal to the Harman Kardon sound system, making my beloved audiobooks sound even better. The Telluride's tech panel and navigation system (a flat screen paired with a heads up display) was particularly intuitive. The rain sensing wipers were a nice bonus, and the rear occupant alert system (intended to keep a driver from forgetting a child in the back seat) gave me extra peace of mind. It is a driver-friendly, intelligent support system that includes cruise control, highway drive assist and blind-spot monitors with 360-degree surround camera views.

With multiple drive options, Smart Mode is my favorite. The active safety system is easy to turn on and off with the turn of a dial, though I found that it does come in very handy on the construction-laden highways of North Texas. It actually handled more like a large, modern sedan. But the real goods are inside-the Telluride delivered a smooth, safe ride and felt less like a truck than I expected.
