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2026 Kia Telluride

The second-generation Telluride arrives with bolder styling, a longer wheelbase, an available hybrid, and the upmarket cabin that made the original a segment favorite.

2026 Kia Telluride

Est. Starting MSRP

$39,000

Base trim, excludes destination and fees. Confirm with your dealer.

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Key Specifications

Est. Starting Price

$39,000

Fuel Economy

20/27

City/Highway MPG

Horsepower

287 hp

Seating

8 passengers

Expert Verdict

The Telluride was already the value benchmark; the hybrid finally closes its biggest gap against the competition.

Pros & Cons

What We Love

  • Available hybrid powertrain
  • Premium interior for the money
  • X-Pro trim adds real capability
  • 10-year powertrain warranty

Things to Consider

  • Popular trims can carry markups
  • V6 fuel economy
  • First year of a new generation

Owner-reported problems

We don't collect owner reviews, so there are no star ratings on this page. For real owner-reported data on the 2026 Kia Telluride, check the NHTSA complaints and recall database — every entry there is a filed report from an actual owner.

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