Kia Telluride X-Pro Secures Third Place in 2023 Rebelle Rally

The Kia America team is celebrating a remarkable achievement as the modified 2024 Telluride X-Pro secured a hard-fought third-place finish in the X-Cross™️ class of the 2023 Rebelle Rally. Competing against challenging terrains spanning over 1,500 miles, driver Verena Mei and navigator Susie Saxten showcased their skill and determination in this grueling multi-day rally. The Telluride X-Pro, equipped with enhancements by Baja Forged, proved to be a formidable contender, contributing to Kia’s fourth podium appearance in the Rebelle Rally.

Unwavering Determination and Enhanced Capability:
Despite facing formidable competition, Verena Mei and Susie Saxten demonstrated unwavering determination throughout the eight-day competition. The modified Telluride X-Pro showcased its enhanced capability as it conquered rocky trails, deep washes, and steep sand dunes without encountering any major issues. Remarkably, the team didn’t even need to change a tire during the rally, a testament to the vehicle’s reliability and durability.

The Telluride X-Pro’s Domination:
Verena Mei praised the Telluride X-Pro, labelling it as the most capable vehicle she has driven in the Rebelle Rally. The vehicle’s impressive performance allowed the team to maintain consistency and compete fiercely with their rivals. Mei highlighted the Telluride X-Pro’s ability to tackle challenging terrains, requiring minimal assistance to overcome obstacles compared to other teams. The modified Telluride X-Pro held its ground even in the demanding dunes, proving its mettle against fierce competitors.

Consistency and Dependability:
Susie Saxten emphasized the importance of consistency in the Rebelle Rally, and the Telluride X-Pro delivered on that front. The vehicle proved to be a dependable third teammate, contributing significantly to their third-place victory. The combination of the team’s expertise and the Telluride X-Pro’s capabilities resulted in a strong showing throughout the rally, securing their podium finish.

Kia’s Success in the Rebelle Rally:
2023 marked the fourth consecutive year Kia has participated in the Rebelle Rally’s X-Cross™️ class, consistently showcasing their commitment to off-road excellence. In previous years, Kia had remarkable performances with podium finishes. In 2022, a modified 2023 Sportage competed, while two modified 2022 Sorento PHEVs secured second and third place in 2021. In 2020, the Telluride followed closely behind first place, securing a commendable second-place win.

Kia America’s third-place finish in the X-Cross™️ class of the 2023 Rebelle Rally is a testament to the exceptional performance of the Verena Mei and Susie Saxten, as well as the impressive capabilities of the modified Telluride X-Pro. Kia’s commitment to off-road excellence and continuous podium finishes in the Rebelle Rally demonstrate their dedication to delivering capable vehicles that can conquer demanding terrains. As Kia continues to innovate and push boundaries, we can expect to see more remarkable performances in the future.

Source: Kia America 

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