CarCast+Edmunds - New Kia Telluride, Corvette Grand Sport, Porsche Cayenne EV and driving the Genesis G90
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CarCast Mar 30, 2026
CarCast+Edmunds - New Kia Telluride, Corvette Grand Sport, Porsche Cayenne EV and driving the Genesis G90

CarCast+Edmunds - New Kia Telluride, Corvette Grand Sport, Porsche Cayenne EV and driving the Genesis G90

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CarCast+Edmunds - New Kia Telluride, Corvette Grand Sport, Porsche Cayenne EV and driving the Genesis G90
Genesis G90
Car

Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is a top-of-the-line luxury sedan from Genesis. Here they’re talking about how comfortable it is for long trips, especially in the back seat.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Car

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is Mercedes’ top luxury sedan. It’s often associated with very comfortable, chauffeur-style driving.

Term

massaging seats

Massaging seats are seats that gently vibrate or move to help you feel more relaxed. It’s a comfort feature you usually find in higher-end cars.

Brand

Edmunds

Edmunds is a car website that reviews vehicles and gives awards. They’re using Edmunds’ ratings as evidence that the Palisade hybrid did really well.

Kia Telluride
Car

Kia Telluride

The Kia Telluride is a family SUV with three rows of seats. They’re talking about it because it’s competing with other popular three-row SUVs from Hyundai and Genesis for the same buyers.

Term

Alcantara headlining

Alcantara is a soft, suede-like material used in some cars to make the interior feel more luxurious. They’re pointing out that even the roof lining is upgraded.

Term

60 grand

“60 grand” is shorthand for about $60,000, used to discuss whether the vehicle’s features justify the price. The speaker frames it as “a lot of money” for this trim, while also arguing the equipment and comfort make it feel worth considering.

Concept

tuning

In automotive terms, “tuning” is how engineers calibrate the vehicle’s behavior—engine response, transmission logic, and hybrid control strategies. Even with similar hardware, different tuning can change acceleration feel and overall drivability.

Term

all wheel drive

All-wheel drive means the car sends power to all four tires. That usually helps it grip better on slippery roads like rain or snow.

Term

ground clearance

Ground clearance is how high the car sits off the ground. If it’s higher, it’s usually easier to drive over bumps, ruts, or snowy slush without hitting the bottom.

Concept

charging over MSRP

“Charging over MSRP” refers to dealers selling vehicles for more than the manufacturer’s suggested price. This often happens when demand is high, but the segment highlights the consumer fairness debate and the reality that some buyers still pay it.

Concept

$15,000 markup

A markup is extra money the dealer charges on top of the normal price. If you see a big markup, the car can cost thousands more than you thought.

Concept

inventory left

If a dealership still has cars left over, they may be more willing to discount them. That can help you get a better price.

Brand

Kia Hyundai

Kia and Hyundai are two related brands that have been making cars that feel nicer inside. The speaker is saying they’re doing especially well lately.

Concept

quarter mile

The quarter mile (1/4 mile) is a drag-racing distance commonly used to summarize straight-line performance. It’s typically reported as an elapsed time (e.g., “runs nine seconds”) and sometimes trap speed. The speaker is using quarter-mile figures to reinforce how extreme the car’s acceleration and top-end pull are.

Concept

EVs

EVs are cars that run on electricity from a battery instead of gasoline. The point here is that Porsche committed heavily to electric cars, and the hosts think the timing and sales results may not have matched expectations.

Porsche Cayenne
Car

Porsche Cayenne

The Porsche Cayenne is Porsche’s SUV. They’re saying Porsche didn’t plan to keep it around for as long as it has, but it’s still part of the lineup while Porsche figures out its EV strategy.

Term

0 to 60

“0 to 60” is shorthand for how quickly a car accelerates from 0 mph to 60 mph, commonly used as a performance metric. The hosts mention it to contrast performance expectations between different luxury EVs and Porsche’s sporty image.

Term

win on range

“Win on range” is the idea that the main competitive advantage for an electric vehicle should be longer driving distance per charge. The speaker says the car doesn’t win on range, implying that range is a key buying criterion for this segment. It also connects to the earlier discussion about needing 350–400 miles to be compelling.

Concept

touchscreen controls over the air vents

Instead of turning knobs or directly adjusting the vents, the car uses a screen to control airflow. Some people may find it annoying if you want to quickly change the air without navigating menus.

Term

LS

“LS” is GM’s popular V8 engine family. A lot of people choose it because there are tons of parts and it’s easy to build for different power goals.

Concept

limited edition car

A “limited edition” car is made in small numbers, so it can become harder to find later. The point here is that GM is saying this won’t be a tiny one-time run.

Concept

sticker

“Sticker” is shorthand for the car’s advertised price, typically MSRP. The speaker suggests that if you wait and order the way you want, you might avoid dealer markup and pay closer to sticker.

Term

garish interior

“Garish” just means the colors look too loud or flashy. They’re saying the interior might be a bit too much visually.

Term

overdone

They’re saying the design uses too much of the red. When it’s everywhere, it can feel like it’s taking over the whole dashboard area.

Volkswagen Atlas
Car

Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas is a big family SUV with three rows of seats. It’s made for people who need room for passengers and cargo.

Term

spare

A “spare” is the backup tire in your car. If you get a flat, you can swap to the spare so you’re not stuck on the side of the road.

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