2027 Kia Telluride Trim Level Breakdown

Picking a three-row SUV for hauling kids and weekend gear to Brown County means sorting through more options than you might expect. Kia’s flagship comes in close to a dozen flavors, with gas and hybrid powertrains, off-road-leaning packages, and luxury touches that climb as you move up the lineup. This guide walks Indianapolis-area drivers through what each trim brings to the driveway.

• Gas trims start with the LX and stretch through S, EX, and SX before topping out at SX Prestige, with X-Line and X-Pro variants offered on select trims.
• A new turbo-hybrid powertrain joins the lineup with 329 horsepower combined and EPA-estimated fuel economy as high as 35 mpg combined on the EX FWD.
• Pricing runs from $39,190 on the base LX up past $56,000 on a loaded X-Pro SX Prestige before destination charges.

What’s New Under the Hood

Kia rebuilt this generation from the ground up. Gone is the 3.8-liter V6 of earlier Tellurides. In its place sits a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. A new turbo-hybrid joins the lineup with 329 horsepower combined and 339 lb-ft of torque.

Both setups can pull a boat or camper. The gas engine is rated up to 5,000 pounds, and the hybrid handles 4,500 pounds when properly equipped. For families that tow a pontoon to Geist Reservoir or a camper to Lake Monroe, that covers most weekend duty.

Walking Through Each Gas Trim

The LX opens the lineup at $39,190 with 18-inch alloys, dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2. Front-wheel drive is standard, with AWD available on the S and up.

Move to the S and you pick up 20-inch wheels, heated front seats, and a power liftgate at $42,090 FWD. EX trims add leather seating, ventilated front seats, and a wireless phone charger starting at $43,790. X-Line EX adds AWD with a center locking differential, self-leveling rear suspension, and tow mode for $47,290.

SX trims bring Kia’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, a 360-degree camera, and a Meridian 14-speaker audio system starting at $48,790. Add the X-Line package for $51,790 or the X-Pro at $53,690, which adds 9.1 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and a 5,500-pound tow rating. SX Prestige tops the gas lineup with Nappa leather, a head-up display, heated and ventilated second-row captain’s chairs, and a full-display digital rearview mirror starting at $53,890.

Where the Hybrid Fits In

The new turbo-hybrid is the headline for shoppers who run a lot of city miles. EPA estimates put the EX FWD Hybrid at 34 city, 36 highway, and 35 combined mpg. AWD hybrid trims rate around 30 city, 32 highway, and 31 combined. With Kia projecting up to 637 miles of range on the EX FWD Hybrid, you can cover Indianapolis-to-Chicago round trips without thinking about gas stations.

Hybrid pricing starts at $46,490 for the EX FWD and climbs to $57,590 for the X-Line SX Prestige Hybrid based on early Kia release info. More hybrid trims may be on the way, so check with a dealer for current configurations.

Side-by-Side Trim Chart

MSRP excludes $1,545 destination charge. Verify current pricing and availability with a Kia dealer.

2027 Kia Telluride Trim Level Breakdown by Driver Type

Daily commuters running I-465 or I-69 between Fishers and downtown will probably land on the EX or SX gas trims, which hit a fair mix of features and price. The hybrid makes sense for anyone logging heavier miles or wanting to skip a few stops at the pump.

Off-road weekend warriors heading down to Hoosier National Forest or up to Indiana Dunes will appreciate the X-Pro variant, with its 9.1 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain rubber, and electronic limited-slip differential. Families chasing the most loaded build can stretch into SX Prestige territory for Nappa leather and second-row captain’s chairs that heat and cool.

Matching a Telluride to Your Driveway

Running through the 2027 Kia Telluride Trim Level Breakdown, most Indianapolis shoppers won’t need the X-Pro SX Prestige to be happy with their Telluride. The EX gas trim hits a fair mix of features and price for daily driving around Carmel and Noblesville, and the SX adds tech upgrades that pay off on long road trips. If fuel costs sting more than they used to, the hybrid EX at $46,490 deserves a serious look. Drivers who actually use off-road hardware should look at an X-Pro for what it can do past the pavement.

Common Questions from Indianapolis Shoppers

Does the 2027 Kia Telluride come standard with AWD?

No, front-wheel drive is standard on every gas trim except the X-Line and X-Pro variants, which include AWD with a center locking differential. AWD is available as an option on the S, EX, and SX.

How much can the Telluride tow for boats or campers?

The gas turbo Telluride is rated up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, and X-Pro trims bump that to 5,500 pounds with extra cooling and hardware. The hybrid is rated for 4,500 pounds. That covers most pontoons heading to Geist Reservoir or campers heading to Brown County State Park.

How does the Telluride handle Indianapolis winters?

AWD trims with the center locking differential give you traction for sleet, snow, and icy ramps onto I-465. The X-Line and X-Pro trims add even more confidence with their suspension and tire packages, which helps on the lake-effect snow stretches up toward Lafayette.

Can I road-trip from Indianapolis to Chicago without filling up?

The hybrid EX FWD is rated for up to 637 miles of total driving range on a full tank. That’s well past a one-way trip up I-65 to downtown Chicago, and most gas trims should make the round trip on a single fill-up.

Where can I test drive a 2027 Telluride near Indianapolis?

Ray Skillman Northeast Kia keeps Telluride inventory on the lot for test drives. We’re easy to reach from Fishers, McCordsville, Lawrence, and downtown Indianapolis.

See the Telluride Lineup at Ray Skillman Northeast Kia

We keep a healthy selection of Telluride trims on our lot, from the LX up through the SX Prestige and X-Pro variants. Our sales team can walk you through how each trim fits your daily commute and budget, and we’ll set up back-to-back test drives so you can feel the difference between the gas turbo and the hybrid for yourself. If you’re cross-shopping with another three-row SUV or trading in a current vehicle, our finance team will help sort out the math. Stop by Ray Skillman Northeast Kia in Indianapolis when you’re ready to see the Telluride lineup in person.