Kia has confirmed pricing for the fully redesigned second-generation Telluride, and the most important number is the one that isn't on the window sticker: the SUV that arguably defined the mainstream three-row segment now has a hybrid for the first time. The 2027 Telluride opens at $39,190 for the front-drive LX and climbs past $57,000 for a loaded X-Line SX-Prestige Hybrid, with a new 2.5-liter turbocharged four replacing the old naturally aspirated V6 across the board. After years as the value benchmark rivals were chasing, the Telluride is being reinvented from the ground up — and the pricing shows Kia is done being the budget alternative.
Context & Background
The first-generation Telluride, launched in 2019, was a genuine phenomenon. It won North American Utility of the Year, developed years-long waitlists, and repeatedly out-charmed established rivals from Toyota, Honda and Ford by offering near-luxury space and materials at a mainstream price. That success reset expectations for what a Kia could be, and it is the reason the second-generation car matters far beyond a routine model change.
This time the competitive picture is tougher. The three-row field has grown crowded and increasingly electrified, with the Toyota Grand Highlander offering a strong hybrid, the redesigned Hyundai Palisade — the Telluride's platform sibling — leaning hard on technology, and the Honda Pilot holding firm on value. Kia's answer is a Telluride that is bigger, more powerful and, for the first time, available with a hybrid powertrain, closing the one obvious gap in the old car's armour.
Key Details
Every gas-powered 2027 Telluride now uses a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. That is down slightly on horsepower versus the outgoing 3.8-liter V6 but up meaningfully on torque, and it arrives lower in the rev range for easier everyday hauling. The gas range spans LX, S, EX, SX and SX-Prestige trims, with rugged X-Line and trail-focused X-Pro variants layered on top; X-Line and X-Pro models get all-wheel drive as standard, and the X-Pro adds 9.1 inches of ground clearance, 18-inch all-terrain tires and an electronic limited-slip differential. Gas pricing runs from $39,190 for the LX to $56,790 for the X-Pro SX-Prestige, before a $1,545 destination charge that lifts the effective entry point to $40,735.
The headline addition is the Telluride Turbo Hybrid. It combines the 2.5-liter turbo four with hybrid hardware and a 1.65-kWh battery for a combined 329 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque — the most muscular Telluride yet — routed through a six-speed automatic. Kia quotes up to an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined on the front-drive EX, a substantial jump over the gas model in a class where fuel economy increasingly drives purchase decisions. The hybrid is offered in EX, SX, SX-Prestige and X-Line trims, priced from $46,490 to $57,590 before destination. Towing tops out at 5,000 pounds for the gas Telluride and 4,500 pounds for the hybrid.
| Powertrain | Output | Trims | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L Turbo Gas (8-speed auto) | 274 hp / 311 lb-ft | LX, S, EX, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Line, X-Pro | $39,190 – $56,790 |
| 2.5L Turbo Hybrid (6-speed auto) | 329 hp / 339 lb-ft, up to 35 mpg | EX, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Line | $46,490 – $57,590 |
| Model | Starting Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Kia Telluride | $39,190 | New turbo-four; first-ever hybrid option |
| 2026 Hyundai Palisade | $41,035 | Platform sibling; tech-focused |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | $43,690 | Includes destination; V6 only |
| 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander | $43,855 | Strong hybrid option available |
Exterior
The second-generation Telluride keeps its predecessor's upright, boxy stance but sharpens it with Kia's newer design language. Vertical lighting signatures front and rear, a bolder upright grille and cleaner body surfacing give it a more deliberate, SUV-like presence, while the X-Line and X-Pro grades add darkened trim, unique bumpers and all-terrain hardware for a more rugged look. The car is also physically larger, with greater overall length that translates into more cargo room behind the third row.
Interior
Inside, Kia has pushed the Telluride further upmarket with what it describes as a sanctuary-like cabin, using materials and features more typical of luxury SUVs. Expect a wide dual-screen dashboard layout, upgraded seating with available first-class second-row captain's chairs, and a quieter, roomier interior than before. Higher trims add the plush finishes that made the original Telluride feel like a bargain against far pricier competition.
What It Means for Buyers
At $39,190 the gas Telluride undercuts the Hyundai Palisade, Honda Pilot and Toyota Grand Highlander at their respective starting points, so the value story that built the nameplate remains intact at the bottom of the range. The bigger change is at the top: with hybrid trims stretching toward $58,000, Kia is now asking genuine premium money for its family SUV, betting that buyers will pay it for the efficiency, power and near-luxury cabin the new car delivers.
The hybrid is the pivotal addition. Its 35 mpg combined figure finally gives Telluride shoppers an answer to the Grand Highlander Hybrid and the electrified Palisade, and the 329-horsepower output means the efficiency comes without a performance penalty. For high-mileage families who previously crossed the Telluride off the list purely on fuel economy, the calculus has changed — though the roughly $7,300 premium over the equivalent gas trim will take time to recoup at the pump.
- ✓First-ever hybrid delivers up to 35 mpg and a class-leading 329 hp
- ✓Gas LX still undercuts Palisade, Pilot and Grand Highlander on starting price
- ✓More torque and easier low-end response from the new turbo-four
- ✓Bigger body with more cargo room and an upgraded, near-luxury cabin
- ✓Trail-ready X-Pro adds real off-road hardware and 9.1 inches of clearance
- ✕Loaded hybrid trims push past $57,000 before destination
- ✕New turbo-four makes less peak horsepower than the old V6 on gas models
- ✕Hybrid commands roughly a $7,300 premium over comparable gas trims
- ✕Hybrid tows 4,500 lbs versus 5,000 lbs for the gas model
- ✕Segment is more crowded and electrified than at the first Telluride's launch
The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride is reaching U.S. dealerships now, with the gas models already on sale and the first-ever Turbo Hybrid arriving alongside them. Full trim-by-trim configurators are live on kia.com, and buyers cross-shopping the three-row class will want to weigh the standout hybrid against a base price that still leads the segment.
