DecodedCars2027 Kia Telluride
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 274–329 hp
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 35 combined · 34 city / 36 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 35 MPG combined — 63% better than the average 2027 standard SUV (21.5 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Kia Telluride is a standard SUV offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 35 MPG combined (34 city / 36 highway), 63% better than the 2027 standard SUV average of 21.5 MPG, for an estimated $1,900 a year in fuel.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2027
- New hybrid version
- Engine added: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 22 to 35
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Telluride →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: West Point, Georgia
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2027 Telluride configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FE Hybrid Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 34 / 36 / 35 | +63% | $1,900 | 251 |
| Telluride Hybrid FWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 34 / 33 | +53% | $2,050 | 267 |
| Telluride Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 30 / 32 / 31 | +60% | $2,150 | 281 |
| Telluride FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +2% | $3,050 | 395 |
| Telluride AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +3% | $3,350 | 429 |
| Telluride X-Pro | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -2% | $3,550 | 467 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Kia Telluride.
Similar 2027 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Kia Telluride (this car) | 35 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2027 Ford Explorer | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Ford Expedition | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2027 Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 GMC Acadia | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (3)
Seat Belts › Front · Jun 2, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V356000 · 6,264 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Power Adjust · Mar 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V173000 · 568 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride Hybrid SX Prestige and X-Line SX Prestige vehicles equipped with the Executive Package. The second-row power seats may fail to detect a person. The seat may continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic power fold-and-stow.
- Risk
- A person, especially a child, may become trapped by a rear powered seat, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to exercise caution when operating the second-row power seat functions until the repair is performed. Children are advised to not be in the rear seats or near the rear seating area during power-folding operation. The power second-row seat control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC366. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 25, 2026.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage · Mar 6, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V135000 · 14,870 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
- Risk
- A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
Not every 2027 Kia Telluride is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Telluride years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Telluride | 22 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 123 |
| 2024 Telluride | 22 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 223 |
| 2023 Telluride | 23 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 210 |
| 2022 Telluride | 23 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 327 |
| 2021 Telluride | 23 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 373 |
| 2020 Telluride | 23 | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 777 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Kia. How we calculate this →