2025 KIA Telluride

The 2025 Telluride presents a strong, square-shouldered lineup across ten unique trims, each wearing its own tailored signature. The 2025 Kia Telluride starts with the LX trim, featuring Kia's signature wide tiger-nose grille and LED projector headlamps. The S trim adds a more commanding look with roof rails, 20-inch alloy wheels, and a black-and-satin chrome grille. It also includes a power sunroof and Smart Power Liftgate for added convenience. For off-road enthusiasts, the X-Line and X-Pro trims offer increased ground clearance, high-utility roof rails, black bezel headlamps, and all-terrain tires, designed to tackle any terrain. Additional upgrades across trims include LED fog lights, rain-sensing wipers, dual sunroofs, and a variety of wheel options. Nature-inspired colors like Wolf Gray, Dark Moss, and Jungle Green make the Telluride blend seamlessly with Wisconsin’s landscape. Every trim wears its sheet metal like armor, sculpted and commanding.

All variants come powered by a muscular 3.8L V6 direct injection engine, delivering 291 hp and 262 lbs.-ft. of torque with unrelenting consistency. The powerplant is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission tuned for decisive, linear output. Whether navigating uptown Charlotte’s grid or pulling a trailer up into the Blue Ridge foothills, the Telluride’s naturally aspirated V6 answers swiftly and predictably.

Despite its imposing form, the Telluride moves with calculated finesse. Ride quality is composed—dampers absorb road imperfections with minimal cabin disturbance. At freeway speeds, the cabin isolates wind and road noise to a whisper. The AWD X-Pro trims add trail-ready tuning and a self-leveling rear suspension. Towing capacity reaches up to 5,500 lbs. when properly equipped. Estimated MPG lands at 20 city, 26 highway, and 22 combined in FWD, slightly tapered in AWD configurations. Available torque-vectoring all-wheel drive with selectable drive modes enhances traction on snow, mud, and sand, making it perfect for exploring North Carolina’s varied terrain.

The cabin is cavernous. Seating for up to 8, depending on configuration, grants every passenger a tailored experience. Materials stretch beyond expectation—Nappa leather, open-pore wood, and quilted stitching signal a departure from utilitarian norms. Heated and ventilated front and second-row seats are available across trims, while the SX Prestige X-Pro spoils with dual sunroofs, premium headliner materials, and a digital rearview mirror. Infotainment anchors around a 12.3-inch curved touchscreen navigation system integrated seamlessly with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, voice-command navigation, and an available Harman Kardon® audio system envelop the space in intelligent sound. Cargo capacity is as flexible as it is generous—21 cu. ft. behind the third row, 46 cu. ft. behind the second, and up to 87 cu. ft. with all seats down. The Telluride isn’t just about moving people—it’s about sheltering them in craftsmanship.

The Telluride is engineered with Kia’s most expansive driver-assist suite to date. Standard features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning, Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, working together to enhance driver awareness and prevent accidents. Additional safety technologies like Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control, and Parking Distance Warning offer added protection. The Telluride’s robust frame, reinforced structure, and extensive airbag system provide peace of mind, ensuring security during every journey. With these features, the Telluride is an ideal choice for families seeking both safety and reliability.