Room for everyone8 seats
—MPG · EPA
—Safety · NHTSA
8Seats
—Recalls · NHTSA
About the Kia Telluride
A three-row SUV that looks and feels more expensive than it costs. Roomy, quiet and full of features.
Smooth and quiet with a strong V6. Easy to drive for a big SUV. Uses more gas than a hybrid.
Tip: Very popular. Compare prices at a few dealers and watch for add-ons.
Why people buy it
Room for everyone3 rows; adults can sit in the third row for short trips.
Feels expensiveLooks and feels like a luxury SUV for less.
Quiet and smoothA calm ride on long trips.
Long warrantyKia’s warranty is one of the longest when new.
Is it right for you?
✓ you have a big family✓ you take road trips✓ you want luxury feel for less
✕ gas money matters most✕ you need a small SUV to park✕ you want a bargain (very popular)
Which version to get
2023–2026 trims, simplified · check at the dealer
LX · S · The value trims. Already well equipped.
EX · Leather-like seats and more comfort for a fair price.Best value
SX · Prestige · X-Line · X-Pro · Luxury or rugged look. Nice, not needed.
Buying used: which years
2023–2026Updated look and bigger screens; X-Line and X-Pro added.
2020–2022Good used value. Check recalls and service records.
Questions to ask the dealer
- 7 or 8 seats?
- Are there dealer markups or add-ons in the price?
- Which trim is it, exactly?
- Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
- Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: HJUdall, CC0 (background removed).