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Where did Kia get the name Telluride?

I just bought a new Kia Telluride and I love it! But I’m curious about the car’s name. Where did Kia get the name Telluride?

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Jacqulyn Graber · Updated on
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The
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 is named after Telluride, Colorado—a ski-resort town located in the southwestern part of the state.
Did you know that naming vehicles after popular vacation destinations is actually a common practice among automakers? Here are some other examples:
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