Kia Telluride

Name: 2027 Kia Telluride
Brand: Kia

EPA MPG: 20 mpg

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The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride is poised to build upon its award-winning predecessor, featuring a slightly increased size, a high-tech cabin, and numerous trim variants.

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Safety Features

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

Standard

AEB Highway

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

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Safety Features

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

Standard

AEB Highway

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Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

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Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

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Safety Features

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

Standard

AEB Highway

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Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

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Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear, 3 third

AWD, Front

2.5-liter 4 hybrid (329 hp)
3.5-liter V6 (287 hp)

8-speed automatic
6-speed automatic

Basic NA
Drivetrain NA
Corrosion NA
Roadside Aid NA
Maintenance NA

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Model History

2027

2027 Redesign Year

The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride is poised to build upon its Top Picks-winning predecessor, with a slightly increased size, high-tech cabin, and numerous trim variants. The smooth-sided SUV rides on a 3-inch longer wheelbase, stretching 2.3 inches longer from bumper to bumper, plus it grew an inch taller. Combined, this promises more interior and cargo space. The base engine is a 287-hp, 3.5-liter V6 with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is available in front- or all-wheel drive. For the first time, the Telluride will be offered as a hybrid. This more-efficient version features a 329-hp, 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

2020-Present

Current Generation

The 2020 Telluride three-row midsized SUV offers seating for up to eight people and is one of the best in the category, competing against the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, and Subaru Ascent. The Telluride has a slick 291-hp V6 paired with a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. It rides comfortably, and the cabin is quiet. The interior is roomy and comes with several well-thought-out details, such as one-touch fold/slide second-row seats. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available. Towing capacity is 5,000 pounds. Standard advanced safety systems include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and blind spot warning. The 2022 model gains a standard 10.25-inch center touch screen display. The Telluride was refreshed for 2023 with new interior and exterior styling, an updated 12.3-inch infotainment system, and new off-road oriented trims. Second-row side airbags became standard for 2025. The Telluride also received version 1.5 of Kia's Highway Driving Assist system as standard.