2027 Kia Telluride: A Trim Comparison
The 2027 Kia Telluride arrives as a fully redesigned second-generation model, and it was worth the wait. With greater overall length, more cargo space, and interior roominess, along with a sanctuary-like cabin outfitted with features and materials typically found in luxury SUVs, the new Telluride is the most ambitious version of Kia’s flagship three-row SUV yet. Kia’s attention to detail and commitment to safety continue to make the Telluride a standout choice for families.
2027 Kia Telluride Trims
The 2027 Kia Telluride is available in five main trim levels — LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige — along with X-Line versions of the EX, SX, and SX Prestige, and X-Pro versions of the SX and SX Prestige. A first-ever hybrid powertrain is also now available on select trims. Let’s take a look at each trim and what it offers at each price point.
LX
The base LX starts at $39,190 and comes well-equipped with 18-inch wheels, synthetic leather and cloth seat upholstery, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and dual wireless charging pads. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, Bluetooth, and a Wi-Fi hotspot are all standard. Driver assistance features include forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping assist, plus adaptive cruise control and a rearview camera.
S
Starting at $42,090, the S trim adds 20-inch wheels, a sunroof, a hands-free power liftgate, second-row captain’s chairs for seven-passenger seating, and a heated and power-adjustable driver’s seat. Roof rails are standard, and all-wheel drive is available for an additional $2,000.
EX
Priced at $43,790, the EX switches back to a second-row bench seat for eight-passenger capacity. It steps up with full synthetic leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and one-touch tilt-and-slide second-row seats. A power-adjustable passenger seat is also added at this level. For those who want the rugged aesthetic, the X-Line EX starts at $47,290, adding all-wheel drive, unique 21-inch wheels, raised roof rails, and enhanced traction control.
The EX is also the entry point for the new Telluride Hybrid. The Hybrid EX starts at $46,490 and is rated at an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined in FWD trim — giving it a range of approximately 637 miles on a single tank.
SX
The SX starts at $48,790 and adds dual sunroofs, multicolor interior ambient lighting, a surround-view camera system, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The SX also brings the Meridian audio system, blind-spot cameras, and Highway Driving Assist 2. The X-Line SX starts at $51,790.
SX Prestige
The SX Prestige starts at $53,890 and represents the luxury flagship of the gas-powered lineup. It adds a head-up display and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, along with other cabin upgrades that push it into premium-SUV territory. All-wheel drive is standard on the SX Prestige. The X-Line SX Prestige starts at $54,890.
X-Pro Models
The X-Pro SX ($53,690) takes capability to the next level with a factory-installed tow hitch, 9.1 inches of ground clearance, an electronic limited-slip differential, front and rear recovery hooks, and all-terrain tires. The X-Pro SX Prestige ($56,790) tops the entire lineup, combining the off-road hardware with the full SX Prestige luxury suite.
Performance Summary
Every 2027 Telluride is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Compared to the outgoing V6, that’s slightly less horsepower but a significant torque gain you feel right away off the line. Gas variants can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, while the available hybrid powertrain boosts output to 329 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy on gas models is rated at 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway — and for those who want much better efficiency, the hybrid is well worth considering.
