2027 Kia Telluride Test Drive

The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride builds on the success of the family-friendly three-row SUV, adding bold new styling and turbocharged performance. The Telluride is offered in a wide range of well-equipped trims, from the base LX to the top-rated X-Pro SX Prestige. The all-new Telluride Hybrid is covered in a separate report. The modern styling of the Telluride features a wide stance, a sculpted hood with flowing character lines, and a blacked-out grille flanked by distinctive vertical LED lighting, including standard LED projector-style headlights. Flush-mounted auto pop-out door handles enhance aerodynamic efficiency. X-Pro models feature matte black lower grille trim with recovery hooks, increased ground clearance, and 18-inch black wheels with all-terrain tires. A hands-free power liftgate is available. The spacious tech-focused cabin of the Telluride includes standard seating for eight, while available second row captain's chairs seat seven. Heated front and second row seats are available. The X-Pro SX Prestige adds premium Syntex synthetic suede upholstery and seat trim. Cargo space tops out at 89.3 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. The standard 12.3-inch touchscreen includes navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. And can be paired with an available 12.3-inch driver cluster and integrated display to create a seamless 29.6-inch curved display. A console-mounted dual wireless phone charger comes standard. The Telluride is powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, sending 274 horsepower to standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Towing capacity tops out at 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. Here are the highest and lowest estimates for fuel economy. Standard Kia DriveWise safety features include forward collision avoidance with cyclist and pedestrian detection, lane keep assist, and blind spot collision warning. The Telluride is backed by a five-year 60,000 mile basic warranty and a class-leading 10-year 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Reporting on the Telluride Motor Trend wrote, the style, the value, the performance, the features, the quality, the space, they're all here. The old Telluride was great and the new one is greater in almost every measure. The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride reinvents Kia's popular family-friendly three-row SUV, delivering more value, turbocharged performance, and bold contemporary styling.