2027 Kia Telluride | Top 5 Things You Should Know

Kia's popular three-row flagship is entering its second generation and it is bringing massive updates across the board. Arriving with its first-ever hybrid powertrain option, a larger cabin, and high-tier luxury amenities, the 2027 Kia Telluride aims to supplant the kings of the family SUV segment. Let's break down the top 5 things you need to know about the 2027 Kia Telluride. But first, here's a quick message from our sponsor. You didn't compromise on your vehicle, why compromise on what protects it? Upgrade to TuxMat. Laser measured for a flawless custom fit, TuxMat delivers premium edge-to-edge coverage that seamlessly matches hundreds of interiors. With two and a half times more protection than the other guys, in our tri-force construction, dirt, snow, and mud don't stand a chance. Protect your investment and find your fit at TuxMat.com. Starting at number five, comprehensive design updates inside and out. On the exterior, the new Telluride grows longer by 2.3 inches with a 2.7 inch longer wheelbase, giving it a commanding stance while improving passenger and cargo space. By making those changes, the aerodynamic efficiency has also improved with the Telluride dropping its drag coefficient down to 0.30. Up front, vertical headlines frame a bold high-gloss grille, while flush door handles and chiseled fender accents refine the profile. It's one of the best looking models in the class, if not the class leader, and this new model only reinforces that. Inside, the cabin gets a sanctuary-like treatment. The stretched wheelbase unlocks class-leading second-row legroom and easier third-row access. Comfort takes a major leap with available front relaxation seats featuring power leg rests, a massaging driver's seat, power climate-controlled second-row captain's chairs, and even heated third-row outboard seats. Thicker door glass and expanded sound insulation ensure the ride stays quiet and refined. At number four, advanced safety and driver assistance. Kia targeted an IIHS top safety pick rating by reinforcing the body structure and fitting 10 standard airbags, including a front-row center airbag designed to stop occupants from hitting each other during a side collision. Standard features now include hands-on detection, lane-following assist 2, an in-cabin camera, and both forward and reverse parking sensors. On the highway, available Highway Driving Assist 2 combines distance control, lane centering, and automated lane change assistance. You also get a blind spot view monitor, safe exit assist, and a radar-based rear occupant alert system that can send a push notification directly to your smartphone if an occupant is detected in the rear seats while you're not there. At number three, the significantly upgraded X-Pro model. If you want to take your family off the beaten path, the X-Pro delivers genuine trail hardware. It gets a factory lift yielding 9.1 inches of ground clearance, wider all-terrain tires, an upgraded suspension with additional travel, and heavy-duty front and rear recovery points. Traction is managed by an electronic limited-slip differential and a multi-terrain all-wheel drive system with a center differential lock. To help navigate tight trails, a ground-view monitor projects a composite camera feed of the terrain under the vehicle at speeds below six miles per hour, while an off-road status screen displays your pitch, roll, and steering angle. It even includes exclusive exterior ground lighting to illuminate campsites at night. At number two, cutting-edge cabin technology. The dashboard is anchored by Kia's connected car navigation cockpit, offering available dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved displays. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, alongside a generative AI-powered voice assistant that accepts natural conversational requests, whatever that means to you. Digital Key 2.0 lets you unlock and start the Telluride using an Apple Watch, iPhone, or Samsung device. On the center screen, passengers can stream video from Disney+, Netflix, or YouTube. Or, if you're a basketball fan, Kia's woven its status as the official automaker of the NBA directly into the vehicle by allowing you to select custom display themes from all 30 teams. Other tech highlights include a 12-inch head-up display, a full-display digital rearview mirror, a 14-speaker Meridian premium audio system, MyQ connected garage integration, and dual standard wireless charging pads that help keep phones in place. But the number one takeaway is, of course, the first-ever 2.5-liter turbo hybrid. Combining a turbo four-cylinder with an electric motor and a 1.65-kilowatt-hour battery, it pumps out 329 horsepower and 339 pound-feet of torque. For a long time, the Toyota Highlander's hybrid was a main reason to buy that model. This new development gives buyers yet another reason to opt for the Kia. On the EX front-wheel drive trim, it earns an EPA-estimated 35 miles per gallon combined and offers up to 637 miles of total driving range. Hybrid models also feature Stay Mode, allowing you to run the cabin climate control, lighting, and infotainment on battery power for up to an hour with the gas engine turned off. The standard engine is a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder making 274 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, adding nearly 50 pound-feet of pulling power over the outgoing V6. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and hauls up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. That's our breakdown of the all-new 2027 Kia Telluride. 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