2027 Telluride Trims

The three-row that grew where families needed it

The first Telluride earned its reputation hauling kids, coolers, and beach chairs, and the second generation doubles down on exactly that job. Kia stretched the body so the second row gains headroom and claims class-leading legroom, made the third row easier to climb into, and carved out more cargo space behind it — the difference between one beach cart fitting and two. Up front, every trim now carries a 12.3-inch touchscreen with built-in navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, tri-zone climate control, dual wireless phone chargers, seven USB-C ports, and 19 driver-assistance features. That's the base car.

Around here, a three-row SUV works harder than the national average. It idles in causeway traffic on a July Saturday, carries sandy everything home from Long Beach Island, and does the Parkway run to grandparents' houses year-round. Manahawkin Kia sits at 270 Route 72 East — the road to the island — which means the staff sells this SUV to people who use it precisely the way you will.

Turbo now, hybrid finally

Every gas Telluride runs a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder: 274 horsepower, 311 lb-ft of torque, and an eight-speed automatic, with front-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available or standard depending on trim. Torque is the headline — nearly 50 lb-ft more than the old V6, arriving low in the rev range where a loaded family truck actually lives. Properly equipped, it tows up to 5,000 pounds.

The news for fuel budgets is the first-ever Telluride Hybrid: 329 hp and 339 lb-ft from the turbo engine plus electric motors, EPA-rated up to 35 mpg combined on the EX FWD and good for a 637-mile estimated range. It's offered on EX and above, in front- or all-wheel drive, and tows 4,500 pounds. Front-drive gas models rate 20 city / 26 highway; AWD gas models 18 / 24. The hybrid is both the quickest and the thriftiest Telluride ever sold, which is not a sentence anyone got to write about the V6 era.

Pick your 2027 Telluride

What Telluride owners say about this store

Manahawkin Kia holds a 4.8-star Google rating across roughly 2,800 reviews, and the Telluride is all over them. Jenna R., this spring: "Can't thank Cary enough for making the process of getting our beautiful new 2027 Telluride a breeze! Cary goes above and beyond and her attention to detail is much appreciated. Our entire family loves our new Telly!" Judy W. put a number on the demand for the new generation: "2027 Kia Telluride is definitely worth the 52 days of waiting" — and noted "no pressure what so ever" from salesman Robert Thomas while she waited. Cary Gardner and Bobby Thomas are both longtime fixtures on the sales team, which is the kind of continuity you get from a family-owned store.

Owning one at the shore

Salt air, sand, and stop-and-go island traffic write their own maintenance schedule. The Telluride service & repair guide covers the turbo engine's oil rhythm, what coastal driving actually does to a family SUV, and how the dealership's ASE-certified master technicians handle it. For the money conversation — New Jersey's sales tax, the surcharge that kicks in at $45,000, and how leasing works on a vehicle this popular — see the pricing & leasing guide.

Frequently asked questions

Why is there no 2026 Kia Telluride?

Kia ended the first generation with the 2025 model year and launched the redesigned SUV directly as a 2027, skipping the 2026 label entirely. If you're shopping now, the new-generation Telluride on sale is the 2027; anything badged 2025 or earlier is the previous body style.

How much does the 2027 Telluride cost?

Gas models span $39,190 (LX) to $56,790 (X-Pro SX Prestige) MSRP; hybrids run $46,490 to $57,590. Add the $1,545 destination charge, then New Jersey tax and fees — the pricing guide does the full math, and current monthly specials apply on top.

Can I order one, and how long does it take?

Yes — the 2027 is in production at Kia's West Point, Georgia plant and on sale now. Popular configurations can involve a wait for inbound allocation; one local buyer counted 52 days for hers. The fastest route is checking live inventory, then having the team lock an inbound unit if your exact build isn't on the lot.

Is the 2027 Telluride a good buy?

It fixes the two most common gripes about the old one — fuel economy and third-row access — while keeping the value story that made the nameplate famous, plus Kia's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Whether it beats a Palisade or Grand Highlander for your family comes down to seats and price point, which is exactly what a side-by-side visit settles.

Gas or hybrid?

The hybrid costs about $2,700 more like-for-like on an EX, then pays it back at roughly 33-35 mpg combined versus 20-22 for the gas engine. If your Telluride will grind through Parkway commutes and summer island traffic, the hybrid math works fast; if it mostly does short local runs and occasional towing at the full 5,000-pound rating, stay with the gas turbo.

Why do people ask if Tellurides are banned from parking garages?

That rumor grew out of a theft wave targeting older key-start Kia models that lacked engine immobilizers. Every Telluride — including all 2027s — ships with a standard immobilizer, burglar alarm, and push-button start, and no blanket garage policy applies to this SUV.

Where can I test drive a 2027 Telluride near Long Beach Island?

Manahawkin Kia keeps the new generation on the lot at 270 Route 72 East, minutes from the causeway. You can schedule a test drive or just stop in on the way off the island — sales is open until 8 PM Monday through Thursday.

Nine trims, one honest shortcut

Read the trim guides, but know the pattern: the ladder splits into comfort (LX to SX Prestige), style-plus-AWD (the X-Lines), and capability (the X-Pro). Most families land somewhere between EX and SX Prestige; the hybrid question matters more than any single feature. Ten minutes sitting in two builds at the Route 72 showroom will tell you more than any spec sheet — and the pre-owned lot usually holds a first-generation Telluride or two for an instructive before-and-after.