Stunning 2027 Kia Telluride Revealed – Bigger, Bolder & Hybrid Options!
Kia has just opened a new chapter in its design evolution, providing the first official look at the reimagined 2027 Kia Telluride Revealed. Six years after its market-shifting debut, the second-generation Telluride has been completely redesigned. It’s bigger, bolder, and more sophisticated than ever.
Expected to arrive in showrooms in the first quarter of 2026, the all-new Telluride will make its full global debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this month.
A Confident Evolution: Bigger and Bolder
The goal for the new Telluride was evolution, not reinvention. The new generation has grown in size to improve both its presence and interior comfort:
- 2.3 inches longer overall
- Nearly 3 inches added to the wheelbase
- 1 inch taller stance
Exterior Design: Rugged Elegance
The 2027 Telluride’s design is a blend of rugged character and sophisticated styling. The front end is dominated by new vertical LED headlamps that frame a high-gloss grille. The side profile is cleaner and more premium, adopting the flush door handles seen on the EV6 and EV9.
The color palette is also expanding to 10 colors, including new options like Black Jade Green and Terrain Brown, which will be available in both glossy and matte finishes.
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A Premium, Tech-Forward Interior
Inside, the 2027 Telluride features an all-new cabin focused on space and modern craftsmanship. The dashboard features a wider horizontal layout with a wraparound design, creating a spacious and premium feel.
High-end premium materials, such as real wood and metal accents, line the dashboard, door panels, and center console. Other key interior highlights include:
- Sturdy grab handles integrated into the console.
- Soft ambient lighting that glows from beneath the center console.
- Available mesh headrests in the first and second rows.
- A rear passenger console that transforms into a functional table.
- A reconfigurable cargo area with a folding luggage table (featuring integrated ruler markings) and a removable partition.
Thanks to the larger dimensions, access to the 2nd and 3rd rows has been improved.
The Adventure-Ready X-Pro Trim
For those who want to match the Telluride’s rugged looks with true capability, the X-Pro trim is back and more aggressive than ever. It features:
- Distinct blacked-out exterior trim (arches, mirrors, beltline, and D-pillars).
- A unique mesh-type grille and a squared-off black bumper.
- Functional front and rear recovery hooks.
- All-terrain tires and 9.1 inches of ground clearance.
- Raised roof rails for adventure gear.
A new Ground Lighting System on the X-Pro illuminates the area under the mirrors, rear doors, rear bumper, and tailgate, which is perfect for accessing cargo or changing a tire at night. As you approach, ‘Telluride’ puddle lamps also illuminate the ground.
Powertrain and Price
Full drivetrain details and pricing will be announced at the LA Auto Show. However, the new Telluride is expected to share its new powertrains with its corporate cousin, which means hybrid options are coming.
The 2027 Telluride is expected to start around $40,000 in the US, with deliveries beginning in the first quarter of 2026.
Expert Verdict
The 2027 Kia Telluride Revealed shows a confident evolution of a segment-defining SUV. Kia has intelligently kept the core identity that made it a success while elevating its presence, luxury, and capability. The new cabin is a clear step up in luxury, and the X-Pro trim is now a truly-capable adventure vehicle, not just a styling package.
Conclusion
The 2027 Kia Telluride Revealed is a stunning follow-up to one of the most popular SUVs on the market. By blending its signature boxy style with modern, premium details and new hybrid technology, Kia has positioned the Telluride to remain the benchmark for three-row family SUVs.
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