2027 Kia Telluride Trims, specs and pricing for the redesigned three-row SUV.
The 2027 Telluride is the second generation of Kia's three-row SUV. It is longer than before, runs a new 2.5-liter turbo engine and tows 5,000 lb in every trim. Below are the trims and prices, the full specs and how it compares with its closest rivals.
- Starting MSRP*, LX FWD
- $39,190
- Torque from the 2.5L turbo
- 311 lb-ft
- Towing, every trim
- 5,000 lb
- Seats
- Up to 8
- Maximum cargo space
- 89.3 cu ft
Why the Telluride. Room for three rows, and the gear.
The first Telluride made its name with a third row adults could sit in and a cabin that felt a class above its price. The second generation keeps that formula and gives it more space and more torque.
Four things set it apart from the rest of the three-row field.
More room in the second row
43.0 inches of second-row legroom, which Kia says leads its class, on a wheelbase 2.7 inches longer than before.
More torque than the V6
The 2.5-liter turbo makes 274 hp and 311 lb-ft, 49 lb-ft more than the previous engine.
Cargo with every seat up
22.3 cu ft behind the third row, and 89.3 cu ft with the second and third rows folded.
X-Pro for rougher roads
9.1 inches of ground clearance, 18-inch all-terrain tires and a Ground View Monitor for the trail.
What changed for 2027.
The 2027 Telluride is a full redesign. Kia skipped the 2026 model year, so the changes here are measured against the previous generation.
These are the ones that matter most if you are coming from a first-generation Telluride.
Powertrain
A turbo four replaces the V6. The 2.5-liter turbo makes 274 hp and 311 lb-ft, 49 lb-ft more torque than before. A hybrid is also offered, sold as the Telluride Hybrid.
Size
Longer, with more room inside. The wheelbase grows 2.7 inches to 116.9 and overall length 2.3 inches to 199.2, with more second-row headroom and easier third-row access.
Technology
Dual 12.3-inch screens. SX and above add a 12.3-inch driver display beside the 12.3-inch touchscreen every trim gets. Over-the-air updates are new too.
Safety
Ten airbags. A new front-center airbag brings the count to ten, and Lane Following Assist 2 and front parking sensors are now standard.
Exterior. A cleaner, longer shape.
Kia kept the upright, squared-off stance and cleaned up the details. The door handles now sit flush, and the reshaped body cuts the drag coefficient from 0.33 to 0.30 on every model except the X-Pro.
X-Line trims black out the wheel arches, mirrors and pillars and add 21-inch wheels. The X-Pro goes further, with its own front bumper carrying two recovery hooks, 18-inch all-terrain tires and ground lighting at the front, sides and rear.
- LED projector headlights and High Beam Assist, standard
- Flush door handles that pop out automatically
- 21-inch wheels and raised roof rails on X-Line
Performance. Turbo torque, and AWD where you need it.
Every gas Telluride uses a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 274 hp and 311 lb-ft, with peak torque from 1,700 rpm, and it runs on regular fuel. Front-wheel drive is standard on the LX, S, EX and SX. All-wheel drive is available on the S and EX and standard on the SX-Prestige and every X-Line and X-Pro.
The SX and above, plus the X-Line EX, get self-leveling rear suspension for towing. The X-Pro adds an electronic limited-slip differential, a center lock that holds an even front-to-rear torque split, and 9.1 inches of ground clearance.
- 274 hp and 311 lb-ft with an 8-speed automatic
- 5,000 lb towing, Tow Mode and Trailer Stability Assist on every trim
- Terrain Mode for snow, mud and sand on AWD models
Interior. A cabin laid out around the family.
Every Telluride has a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two wireless phone chargers and seven USB-C ports. From the SX up, a second 12.3-inch screen replaces the gauges and a Meridian system with a 10-inch subwoofer handles the audio.
The LX and EX seat eight on a second-row bench; the other trims seat seven with captain's chairs. The redesigned second row lets passengers reach the third row with a child seat still in place, and there are 22.3 cu ft of cargo space behind the third row.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and dual wireless chargers, standard
- 14-speaker Meridian audio from the SX up
- Heated and ventilated second-row seats on SX-Prestige
Ten paint colors for the 2027 Telluride.
Availability depends on trim. The matte finishes and Terrain Brown are X-Line and X-Pro colors.
Glacial White PearlAll trims
Ivory SilverS, EX, SX and SX-Prestige
Wolf GraySX-Prestige, X-Line and X-Pro
Panthera MetalAll trims
Panthera Metal MatteX-Line and X-Pro SX-Prestige
Ebony BlackAll trims
Midnight Lake BlueS and above, except X-Pro
Black Jade GreenEX and above
Terrain BrownX-Line and X-Pro
Terrain Brown MatteX-Line and X-Pro SX-Prestige
Trims and pricing. Five trims, plus X-Line and X-Pro.
The Telluride comes in five core trims. X-Line and X-Pro are packages built on top of a trim, so an X-Pro SX-Prestige is an SX-Prestige with the X-Pro hardware. Prices are starting MSRP; ask for today's price on any one in stock.
Best value
LX
$39,190starting MSRP*
Eight seats, the turbo engine and the full safety suite from the start.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Dual wireless phone chargers
- Tri-zone climate control
Everyday comfort
S
$42,090starting MSRP*
Adds captain's chairs, a sunroof and a smart power liftgate.
- 20-inch wheels
- Power sunroof
- Second-row captain's chairs
- Heated front seats
Eight-seat comfort
EX
$43,790starting MSRP*
Back to eight seats, with ventilated front seats and SynTex trim.
- Ventilated, power front seats
- Full SynTex seat trim
- Second-row window sunshades
- Power-folding side mirrors
Tech and audio
SX
$48,790starting MSRP*
The tech step: a second screen, Meridian audio and a 360-degree camera.
- Dual 12.3-inch displays
- Meridian 14-speaker audio
- Surround View and Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Dual sunroofs
Top comfort
SX-Prestige
$53,890starting MSRP*
Every comfort feature, with all-wheel drive standard.
- 12-inch head-up display
- Heated and ventilated second-row seats
- Digital rearview mirror
- Smartphone Digital Key
X-Linefrom $47,290
All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode, 21-inch wheels, raised roof rails and blacked-out exterior trim. Offered on the EX ($47,290), SX ($51,790) and SX-Prestige ($54,890).
X-Profrom $53,690
Built for rougher roads: 9.1 inches of ground clearance, 18-inch all-terrain tires, an electronic limited-slip differential, a Ground View Monitor and a standard tow hitch. Offered on the SX ($53,690) and SX-Prestige ($56,790).
Compare the five core trims, feature by feature
| Feature | LX | S | EX | SX | SX-Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD or AWD | FWD or AWD | FWD | AWD |
| Seats | 8 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
| Wheels | 18 in | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in |
| Seat trim | Cloth and SynTex | Cloth and SynTex | SynTex | SynTex | SynTex and SynTex Suede |
| Heated front seats | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated front seats | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | Power sunroof | Power sunroof | Dual sunroofs | Dual sunroofs |
| Liftgate | Manual | Smart power | Smart power | Smart power | Smart power |
| Driver display | 4.2-in. color | 4.2-in. color | 4.2-in. color | 12.3-in. | 12.3-in. |
| Audio | 8 speakers | 8 speakers | 8 speakers | Meridian, 14 speakers | Meridian, 14 speakers |
| Surround View Monitor | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Highway Driving Assist | HDA 1.5 | HDA 1.5 | HDA 1.5 | HDA 2.0 | HDA 2.0 |
| Self-leveling rear suspension | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Head-up display | No | No | No | No | 12 in. |
| Heated and ventilated 2nd row | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Specifications. 2027 Telluride specs, towing and cargo space.
Figures are for the gas Telluride. The Telluride Hybrid has its own figures.
Powertrain
- Engine
- 2.5L turbo 4-cylinder
- Horsepower
- 274 hp @ 5,800 rpm
- Torque
- 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD or AWD
Efficiency and towing
- FWD
- 22 mpg combined (20/26)
- AWD
- 20 mpg combined (18/24)
- X-Pro
- 19 mpg combined (17/22)
- Fuel tank
- 19.0 gal
- Towing
- 5,000 lb
Size and space
- Wheelbase
- 116.9 in
- Length
- 199.2 in
- Ground clearance
- 7.4 in (X-Pro 9.1 in)
- Behind 3rd row
- 22.3 cu ft
- Behind 2nd row
- 48.7 cu ft
- Behind 1st row
- 89.3 cu ft
2027 Telluride vs. Palisade, Grand Highlander and Pilot.
Base trims, from each maker's latest published figures.
| Base trim | 2027 KiaTelluride | 2027 HyundaiPalisade | 2026 ToyotaGrand Highlander | 2026 HondaPilot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP* | $39,190 | $39,735 | $42,260 | $42,395 |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 262 lb-ft |
| Cargo behind 3rd row | 22.3 cu ft | 19.1 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft | 18.6 cu ft |
| 2nd-row legroom | 43.0 in | 43.0 in | 39.5 in | 40.8 in |
| Wireless charging, base trim | Standard (dual) | Not on SE | Not on LE | Not on Sport |
| Powertrain warranty | 10 yr / 100,000 mi | 10 yr / 100,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
Safety. A 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+.
The 2027 Telluride earned a 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the institute's highest award, with Good ratings in the small overlap, updated moderate overlap and updated side crash tests.
Every trim has ten airbags and the Kia Drive Wise features below. The SX and above add Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor and Highway Driving Assist 2.0.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance AssistWatches the road ahead, including at intersections, and can brake automatically for a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist.
- Blind-Spot Collision WarningWarns of a vehicle in your blind spot when you signal, and of traffic approaching when you open a door to exit.
- Lane Following Assist 2Keeps the SUV centered in its lane at a wide range of speeds.
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & GoHolds a set gap to the car ahead, down to a stop in traffic and back up to speed.
- Safe Exit AssistWarns rear passengers, and can keep the doors locked, when traffic is approaching from behind.
- Rear Occupant AlertUses radar sensors in the second and third rows to remind the driver to check the back seats.
Kia warranty coverage.
10 Year
100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty
- Basic limited warranty
- 5 yr / 60,000 mi
- Roadside assistance
- 5 yr / 60,000 mi
- Anti-perforation
- 5 yr / 100,000 mi
Whichever comes first. See the dealer for complete coverage details.
Awards and rankings.
2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
#1 in Best Mid-Size 3-Row SUVsCar and Driver, 2026
#1 in SUVs with 3 RowsU.S. News & World Report, 2026
#1 in Best 3-Row SUVsKelley Blue Book, 2026
Other Kia models to consider.
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Is the Telluride the right size?
The Telluride sits between the Sorento and the Carnival in Kia's lineup. The Sorento is the smaller, lower-priced choice; the Carnival adds sliding doors; the Telluride Hybrid trades some towing capacity (4,500 lb) for up to 35 mpg combined.
Not sure which trim fits? Our team at Doug Smith Kia in Lindon can walk you through the differences and show you what is in stock.
Common questions. About the 2027 Telluride.
The questions we hear most on the lot.
How much does the 2027 Kia Telluride cost?
The 2027 Kia Telluride starts at $39,190 MSRP for the LX with front-wheel drive and tops out at $56,790 for the X-Pro SX-Prestige. Those prices exclude the $1,545 destination charge, tax, title and fees. All-wheel drive adds $2,000 on the S and EX.
What engine does the 2027 Kia Telluride have?
Every gas 2027 Telluride uses a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. That is 49 lb-ft more torque than the previous generation's engine. The separate Telluride Hybrid makes 329 horsepower combined.
How much can the 2027 Kia Telluride tow?
Every 2027 Telluride trim is rated to tow 5,000 lb, with Tow Mode and Trailer Stability Assist standard. Self-leveling rear suspension comes on the SX and above and on the X-Line EX. The tow hitch is standard on X-Pro trims and optional on the others.
What gas mileage does the 2027 Kia Telluride get?
EPA estimates are 22 mpg combined (20 city, 26 highway) with front-wheel drive, 20 mpg combined with all-wheel drive and 19 mpg combined for the X-Pro. It runs on regular 87-octane fuel and has a 19-gallon tank. The Telluride Hybrid is rated up to 35 mpg combined.
How many people does the 2027 Kia Telluride seat?
Seven or eight. The LX and EX have a second-row bench for eight seats, and the other trims have second-row captain's chairs for seven. There are 43.0 inches of legroom in the second row and 32.1 inches in the third.
How much cargo space does the 2027 Kia Telluride have?
The 2027 Telluride has 22.3 cu ft of cargo space behind the third row, 48.7 cu ft with the third row folded and 89.3 cu ft with the second and third rows folded. Kia's figures include the storage under the cargo floor tray.
What is the difference between X-Line and X-Pro on the 2027 Telluride?
X-Line adds all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode, 21-inch wheels, raised roof rails and blacked-out exterior trim, and is offered on the EX, SX and SX-Prestige. X-Pro, offered on the SX and SX-Prestige, adds 9.1 inches of ground clearance, 18-inch all-terrain tires, an electronic limited-slip differential and a Ground View Monitor.
Is the 2027 Kia Telluride a safe SUV?
The 2027 Telluride earned a 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the institute's highest award. Every trim has ten airbags, including a front-center airbag, plus Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist 2 and Safe Exit Assist.
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Or browse used Telluride inventory*Starting MSRP excludes the destination charge ($1,545 for the Telluride), tax, title, registration and dealer fees. Pricing, specifications and features are for the 2027 model year and subject to change. EPA estimates are for comparison only; actual mileage will vary. Rival figures are from each manufacturer's published data. Confirm all details with the dealer before purchase.