Overview
- Kia has officially scheduled the 2027 Telluride’s world premiere for November 20 at the Los Angeles Auto Show as part of its 'Telluride Legacy' campaign.
- Teasers and spy reporting point to streamlined bodywork, flush-mounted door handles, an egg-crate grille, and vertical C-shaped lighting with design cues echoing recent Kia and Hyundai models.
- Industry reports indicate two new powertrains, including a 3.5-liter V6 and a hybrid setup targeting about 329 hp that could exceed 30 mpg on the highway.
- Spy photos suggest a rugged variant in development featuring a unique bumper with red recovery hooks, lifted suspension, and larger tires.
- Kia notes Telluride sales have risen every year since 2019 with 2025 tracking for a record, while analysts expect a modest price increase for the new generation.