The Kia Telluride was an instant hit when it debuted in 2020. Five years later, it remains one of the brand’s best-selling models and remains one of the most popular three-row SUVs on the market.
No one rests on his laurels, Kia It is reinventing it Telluride For the 2027 model year. Set to make its official debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show this year, Kia has released early images and some key details about the long-awaited update.
We had the opportunity to see the new Telluride in person at a preview event in Los Angeles, where we got a closer look at its muscular new design and upscale interior. Although Kia hasn’t released any specs — more importantly, what engine(s) it can power — there’s still a lot to like about the next-gen Telluride on the surface.
While the previous Telluride already had a very rugged appearance, Kia’s designers have put a lot of effort into giving the exterior aesthetic a boost with this new model. The front fascia now features a longer and wider grille that extends to the headlights. Grille designs vary by model: the SXP model has a gloss black paint with vertical slats, while the XRT model has a black mesh pattern that extends to the base of the bumper.
Sharp, triangular body creases along the front and rear fenders give the Telluride a sleeker appearance, complemented by a wider hood and sleeker roofline. A new floating roof element extends to the trunk lid, while additional cladding wraps around the wheel arches. Squint hard enough, and you might detect hints of the latest Range Rover In her silhouette.
Both the headlights and taillights adopt a new vertical design, and a new eight-spoke wheel design with a cross pattern is available on the SXP and X-Pro models shown here. The X-Pro also adds bright orange recovery hooks up front for a little extra off-road flair.
If the 2027 Telluride looks bigger than ever, that’s because it is. Kia has stretched the wheelbase by about three inches, increasing overall length by 2.3 inches. The Telluride now measures 199.2 inches from bumper to bumper, which means more room for passengers and cargo.
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Inside, the cabin has undergone a comprehensive redesign to match the sharper exterior appearance. The new dual-screen display extends from behind the steering wheel to the middle of the dashboard. While Kia hasn’t confirmed the exact dimensions, the setup certainly looks larger than the outgoing model’s optional 12.3-inch screens.
Luxurious materials, such as real wood and metal accents, line the dashboard, door panels and center console. The upper level seats gain a new two-tone leather treatment with mesh headrests, while new interior color options – such as Deep Navy and Blackberry – are incorporated along with accents such as Tuscan Umber and Sand Beige.
Powertrain details are still under wraps, though the Telluride shares its platform with the updated Hyundai Palisade, which offers a hybrid setup with a turbocharged 2.5-liter V-6 and a 3.5-liter V-6. Expect the Telluride to reflect those choices.
Pricing hasn’t been announced either, but we expect a modest increase over the current model. Pricing for the 2026 Telluride starts at $37,885 for the base LX and goes up to $55,180 for the SX Prestige X-Pro. Pricing for the 2027 Telluride is expected to start at less than $40,000.
We’ll know all there is to know when Kia’s updated SUV makes its official debut later this month at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
