2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro

Entry 012 in the Garage. The new establishment in matte Terrain: 9.1 inches of clearance, 30 inches of screen, heated and cooled second row, and a cabin that moves you up a class. The son test found the one thing missing.

Verdict // 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro SX Prestige

8.2/ 10

All the presence, none of the feel. And that is OK.

Capability8.5
Daily livability9.0
Value8.0
Character6.0
Feel7.0

The Good

  • Heated AND cooled second row at this price
  • Feels like you moved up a class inside
  • Real X-Pro hardware: eLSD, 9.1 inches, 5K tow
  • Wider captain’s chairs fit real-sized parents
  • Matte Terrain is the fun color these deserve

The Bad

  • No X-factor, and the son test confirmed it
  • Pilot feels quicker despite Kia’s torque math
  • Full-size stroller will not fit behind row three
  • Synthetic suede durability is an open question

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