The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid meets the Pacific Coast while Telluride X-Pro tackles the trail

The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride arrives in Santa Barbara with its first-ever available hybrid powertrain and expanded X-Pro capability, marking the next chapter for Kia’s flagship three-row SUV. Designed, engineered and equipped specifically for U.S. consumers, the second-gen Telluride is confident in stance and more refined in execution, building on the presence that helped define the nameplate.

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 second-generation Telluride arrives standard with a turbocharged powertrain or available turbocharged hybrid powertrain with up to 329 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 35 MPG combined¹ on the EX FWD trim.

The gasoline-powered 2027 Telluride is available now in LX, S, EX, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Line and X-Pro trims. Pricing starts at $39,190 MSRP¹¹ for the LX and ranges up to $56,790 MSRP¹¹ for the X-Pro SX-Prestige.

The 2027 Telluride Turbo Hybrid will begin arriving in showrooms this month and will be offered in EX, SX, SX-Prestige and X-Line trims. Pricing starts at $46,490 MSRP¹¹ for the EX and tops out at $57,590 MSRP¹¹ for the X-Line SX-Prestige.

Exterior Design: Precision in Motion

The Telluride’s chiseled exterior design captures the spirit of the Rocky Mountains and its namesake Colorado town. A broad hood establishes a powerful stance, while vertical headlamps frame the high-gloss grille. Advanced lighting signatures create a high-tech, futuristic impression. Fluid body contours lend an elegant shape to the side profile, while aggressively defined triangular creases in the fenders resemble the chiseled facets of a diamond. Upward-flowing character lines give the impression of lifting the vehicle, while sculpted notches in the wheel wells are a smart and deliberate interruption. Flush door handles, as offered on the Kia EV9, lend to a clean and modern appearance. Such details contribute to a reduction in drag coefficient from 0.33 to 0.30 on non-X-Pro models.

Telluride X-Line and X-Pro variants wear blacked-out wheel arches, side mirrors, beltline trim, and D-pillars. Raised roof rails¹² reinforce an adventurous profile and are ready to carry the gear that takes you off the grid. Up front, a bold mesh-type grille is paired with a squared-off lower black bumper. The X-Pro comes standard with wider all-terrain tires, an upgraded suspension system, and increased 9.1 inches of ground clearance, while the X-Line boasts unique 21-inch wheels.

Interior Design: A Dreamer’s Sanctuary

Inside the Telluride’s cabin, opposites unite in a space that is both expansive and intimate; modern and yet harmonized with nature. The dash, instrumentation, and infotainment have a curved, wrap-around design. Wood-based textures add warmth, and hidden door handles tucked into the armrests blend function into form. Meanwhile, a grip handle on the front-center console (a nod to a signature interior element from the first generation Telluride) imbues the cabin with a sense of stability and rugged functionality. Durable SynTex upholstery with available SynTex suede inserts boost visual appeal.  Available indirect LED ambient cabin lighting hues add a touch of aesthetic refinement more commonly found in luxury vehicles. In pursuit of a hushed cabin experience, the Telluride features a new available comprehensive Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH) package. This includes enhanced triple door seals, expanded use of sound absorbing materials, and increased door glass thickness.

The all-new Telluride treats occupants to greater comfort, including available front relaxation seats⁶ with power leg rests. The available Ergo Motion driver’s seat uses air pockets to provide a massage, adjust cushioning, and support the driver. Also new is the available memory-enabled power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. Dual standard wireless charging pads offer convenient charging for both front occupants.

For second-row passengers, newly available power-operated captain’s seats with individual heated⁶ and ventilated seat functions provide first-class accommodations.  The available heated third-row seats⁶ offer a new level of comfort to rear-seat occupants, while in the second row, an available two-tier sliding tray opens to reveal a functional storage compartment. Multiple USB-C fast-charging ports around the cabin make it easy for occupants to plug in devices in all three rows.

The 2027 Telluride boasts a 116.9-inch wheelbase, and 199.2-inch overall length (an increase of 2.7 and 2.3 inches, respectively). This translates into greater legroom comfort in the second and third rows. A new second-row slide and tilt seat design is intended to allow a variety of child seats to remain in place while accessing the third row. It also slides further forward than before, allowing for more room to access the third row¹³. The increased vehicle length allows for more cargo space¹⁴ behind the third row and contributes to an overall maximum cargo area of 89.3 cubic feet¹⁵ (88.3 cu ft feet in Turbo-Hybrid). With the second row upright, there is 48.7 cubic feet¹⁵ (47.7 cu ft in Turbo-Hybrid) of cargo space. With all seats upright, there is 22.3 cubic feet¹⁵ of cargo space (21.3 cu ft in Turbo-Hybrid) behind the third-row seats. Cargo area features behind the third row include a standard folding luggage table with integrated cupholders, as well as a lower storage area with movable and removable dividers for flexible storage solutions.¹⁶

Telluride Technology: Connected to Your World

At the heart of the Telluride’s dash is an infotainment system that is as intuitive as it is pleasing to the eyes. The innovative Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) operating system spans more than half of the dash and is available with dual 12.3-inch panoramic digital displays¹⁷. The ccNC operating system features over-the-air¹⁸ update capability, enabling vehicle software updates, enhancing onboard systems including info-screens and navigation. Wireless Apple CarPlay¹⁹ and Android Auto²⁰ are standard across all trims. Furthermore, Kia’s generative AI voice assistant²¹ allows for a more natural conversation, including the ability to ask for suggestions, or even play some voice games on the go. This can all be initiated simply by saying, “Hey, Kia…”. For audiophiles, the available Meridian²² premium stereo system benefits from two additional speakers for a total of 14 as well as a larger 10-inch subwoofer. The enhanced ultrawideband-based Digital Key 2.0²³ allows customers to use their compatible Apple and Samsung smartphones or an NFC-enabled smart card as virtual vehicle keys to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle. These keys can be shared with up to three friends and family on compatible devices, including an Apple Watch¹⁹.

The Telluride SXP models also come equipped with an enhanced Full Display Digital Rear View Mirror, providing a wide, unobstructed field of view for the driver. The larger 12-inch head-up display (HUD)²⁵ projects key vehicle information, including speed, turn-by-turn navigation, and safety alerts directly on to the windshield.

True connectivity defines the 2027 Telluride, with available Entertainment and Data Services⁹, which supports streaming for Disney+, Netflix, and YouTube. Additionally, available display themes¹⁰ allow the driver to express themselves with exclusive artwork from some of Disney’s© most iconic brands, which will be introduced throughout 2026. Display themes are also available for all 30 NBA teams. Getting home is more convenient thanks to Kia myQ Connected Garage²⁶. Using geo-fencing, the system can detect your vehicle’s proximity and automatically opens or closes the garage door as you approach or leave home. Experience all the new ways to stay connected and entertained with these upcoming features and more, all available in the Kia Connect Store.

Telluride Powertrain: The Power of Choice

Whether you are an urban explorer, an outdoors enthusiast, or just want to conquer the commute, the Telluride delivers. The 2.5-liter turbo and 2.5-liter turbo hybrid powertrains are both enhanced for a wide range of conditions, delivering lively power, and the capability for towing toys on a weekend adventure. The Telluride 2.5-liter turbo develops 274 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft. of torque. This is a stout increase of 49 lb.-ft. over the previous ICE powertrain. Power is routed through an eight-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels or an available all-wheel drive³ system. Standard on X-Pro and available on all other trims, the integrated tow hitch blends into the rear bumper and can be hidden from view when not in use. When equipped, the turbo powertrain delivers up to 5,000 pounds of towing²⁷ capacity while the Turbo-Hybrid can tow up to 4,500 pounds²⁵, and the available self-leveling rear suspension system helps to deliver confidence while towing.

Telluride models equipped with all-wheel drive provide active distribution of torque to help improve off-road traction in a variety of circumstances. X-Pro all-wheel-drive models with the Electronic Limited Slip Differential (E-LSD) takes confident control a step further by being able to calculate certain driving conditions and control the AWD to modulate power from front to rear and from left to right. A center differential lock maintains an even 50/50 front/rear torque split.

The turbo hybrid powertrain ushers in a new era for the Telluride, providing confident performance and acceleration, with a rating of an EPA-estimated 35 mpg1 combined and a total driving range of 637 miles² (Turbo Hybrid EX FWD only). The Telluride hybrid combines the 2.5-liter turbo powertrain with a 1.65-kWh lithium-ion battery and electric motors to make a combined 329 horsepower and 339 lb.-ft. of torque. That’s up to a 38-hp increase over the powerplant in the previous Telluride (291 hp) and 77 lb.-ft. more torque (262 lb.-ft.).

The Turbo-hybrid routes power through a 6-speed automatic transmission, sent to an available all-wheel drive system³.  The hybrid is standard with Electrification – Vehicle Motion Control (e-VMC), with the system designed to help the driver achieve improved handling and stability by leveraging braking and motor control. The result is sophisticated power delivery and handling dynamics in a smooth, quiet ride.

The Telluride Hybrid also features Stay Mode. Stay Mode leverages the Telluride hybrid’s battery pack to operate climate control, cabin lighting, stereo, and other vehicle systems for up to an hour²⁸ or until the Hybrid battery is drained to about 20 percent without activating the internal combustion engine.

Regardless of powertrain, the Telluride is available with a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with memory, and comes standard with Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS), replacing the column-mounted system found in the previous generation. R-MDPS offers improved feedback and responds more quickly to driver inputs. Precision is also enhanced, providing improved handling through corners and better high-speed stability.

Adventure-Ready X-Pro: Equipped to Explore

The Telluride X-Pro is designed for rugged excursions without compromising the dependable attributes that make it a stellar family vehicle the rest of the year. The Telluride X-Pro adds an exclusive suspension with additional travel stroke, e-LSD, and an impressive 9.1-inches of ground clearance, as well as multiple Drive Modes, including Terrain Mode. This rugged halo variant of the Telluride features front and rear recovery points²⁹, and all-terrain tires, giving enthusiasts the critical power delivery and increased traction that they need while getting away from it all.

It also delivers the technology they need to help master the trails, thanks to the introduction of the Ground View Monitor⁴. This system displays a composite view of the ground when driving below 6 mph. It uses onboard cameras and can be selected from the new off-road vehicle status screen accessed through the infotainment system. Among other important information, the screen illustrates pitch, roll and steering angle. Lastly, exclusive to the X-Pro, Ground Lighting on the front, side and rear areas surrounding the Telluride help illuminate your family’s outdoor adventures.