The 2027 Kia Telluride arrives as a substantially different SUV, not a familiar model wearing new bodywork. Kia has replaced the previous V6 with a Turbocharged 4-cylinder, introduced the first Telluride Hybrid, increased the vehicle’s dimensions, found more cargo room, and overhauled the technology inside. For families shopping for a 3-row SUV around Belle Vernon, PA, the result is a Telluride with more powertrain choice and a little more room to work with.
A Smaller Engine with More Torque
The standard 2027 Telluride uses a 2.5L Turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 274 hp and 311 lbs. ft. of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing capacity reaches 5,000 lbs. when properly equipped. FWD is standard on several configurations, while available AWD includes Terrain Mode with Snow, Mud, and Sand settings, useful additions for changing road conditions around western Pennsylvania. Standard models provide 7.4 inches of ground clearance, but the X-Pro increases that figure to 9.1 inches for owners expecting to spend more time away from paved roads.
Telluride Hybrid Changes the Equation
The larger mechanical departure is the first Telluride Hybrid. Its 2.5L turbo-hybrid powertrain produces 329 hp and 339 lbs. ft. of torque, giving the electrified model more output than its gas counterpart. It can tow up to 4,500 lbs. when properly equipped, while the EX FWD configuration returns an EPA-estimated 35 MPG combined and provides up to 637 miles of total driving range. For Belle Vernon families covering plenty of highway miles, the Hybrid introduces an efficiency advantage without requiring them to move away from a large 3-row SUV.
The Extra Length Has Been Put to Work
At 199.2 inches long with a 116.9-inch wheelbase, the redesigned Telluride provides seating for 7 or 8 passengers depending on configuration. Second-row legroom measures 43 inches, with 32.1 inches available in the third row. More importantly for family use, cargo capacity now measures 22.3 cu. ft. behind the third row, 48.7 cu. ft. behind the second, and 89.3 cu. ft. with both rear rows folded. Those figures give owners considerably different ways to divide the cabin between people and luggage instead of treating the third row as something that has to disappear whenever substantial cargo comes aboard.
The Dashboard Has Changed Just as Much
Every 2027 Telluride gets a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, plus a separate 5-inch climate display. USB-C charging reaches all 3 rows, while dual wireless phone charging helps cut down on the collection of cables up front. Higher trims add a 12.3-inch instrument display, creating a wider digital layout across the dashboard. Available equipment includes a Head-Up Display, Digital Key, premium audio, Blind-Spot View Monitor, and a 360-degree Surround View Monitor.
The Trim List Is Long for a Reason
Gas-powered Telluride configurations include LX, S, EX, X-Line EX, SX, X-Line SX, X-Pro SX, SX Prestige, X-Line SX Prestige, and X-Pro SX Prestige. LX starts with seating for 8, while S uses second-row captain’s chairs and seats 7. EX and SX move further into comfort and technology, while the X-Line and X-Pro branches have clearer jobs. X-Line models combine standard AWD with their own styling and utility equipment, while X-Pro configurations use 9.1 inches of ground clearance and additional equipment aimed at travel beyond maintained pavement. Comparing Telluride trims is therefore less about simply climbing a price ladder and more about choosing the configuration that suits how the SUV will be used.
Explore the Redesigned Telluride at C. Harper Kia
Drivers searching for a new Kia Telluride near Belle Vernon, PA, can visit C. Harper Kia to browse new Telluride inventory, compare gas and hybrid models, explore available trims and financing options, or learn more about Kia service. Once you’ve narrowed down the configuration that suits your family, schedule a test drive online and see how the redesigned Telluride works from the driver’s seat.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.