Marketed trim
2027 Kia Telluride LX
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX is the entry trim in a lineup of 10 trims. Its documented equipment centers on 18-inch wheels standard, Synthetic leather upholstery standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The 2027 Telluride lineup is listed with 2.5L turbo four-cylinder or 2.5L turbo hybrid across its 10 trims. The 2027 Telluride LX is a Three-row SUV, the same body style as the other 9 Telluride trims. The X-Line and X-Pro suffixes are configuration branches, not standalone features that apply across the range. Yes. Kia lists 18-inch wheels standard as standard equipment on the LX. Yes. Kia lists Synthetic leather upholstery standard as standard equipment on the LX.
Documented equipment
What sets this trim apart.
| # | Equipment item |
|---|---|
| 01 | 18-inch wheels standard |
| 02 | Synthetic leather upholstery standard |
| 03 | 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
Standard equipment
What the LX comes with.
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the LX
12V Power OutletAlarm SystemBluetooth Streaming AudioBluetooth Wireless TechnologyCruise ControlFolding Rear SeatHands Free PhoneInternet AccessLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelNavigation SystemPower OutletPower WindowsProximity Sensing Keyless EntryPush-Button Engine StartRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartRemote Keyless EntrySatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsThird Row SeatTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelVoice Recognition System
Trim-specific answer desk
29 answers for the LX.
T01What is the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The LX is one of the 10 trims on the 2027 Kia Telluride, the entry level.
T02What comes standard on the Telluride LX?
The Kia materials for the LX list 18-inch wheels standard, Synthetic leather upholstery standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
T03Where does the LX sit in the Telluride lineup?
The 2027 Telluride LX is the entry trim, just below the S.
T04What engine does the Telluride LX use?
The 2027 Telluride lineup is listed with 2.5L turbo four-cylinder or 2.5L turbo hybrid across its 10 trims.
T05What body style is the Telluride LX?
The 2027 Telluride LX is a Three-row SUV, the same body style as the other 9 Telluride trims.
T06What changed for the Telluride LX this model year?
The X-Line and X-Pro suffixes are configuration branches, not standalone features that apply across the range. MY2027 real additions: the 2.5L turbo four (274 hp, 311 lb-ft) replaces the V6 and a first-ever hybrid (329 hp, 339 lb-ft combined) starts at EX; SX gains a dual panoramic curved display, Meridian Premium Audio and dual sunroofs; SX Prestige adds Nappa leather, a head-up display and heated/ventilated second-row seats; X-Pro gets real off-road hardware. 9.1 inches of ground clearance and all-terrain tires, not just cosmetic badging.
T07Does the Telluride LX come with 18-inch wheels standard?
Yes. Kia lists 18-inch wheels standard as standard equipment on the LX.
T08Does the Telluride LX come with Synthetic leather upholstery standard?
Yes. Kia lists Synthetic leather upholstery standard as standard equipment on the LX.
T09Does the Telluride LX come with 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto?
Yes. Kia lists 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto as standard equipment on the LX.
T10How much can the 2027 Kia Telluride LX tow?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lb. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T11How much does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX weigh?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's curb weight is 4,381 lb. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T12How long is the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's overall length is 199.2 inches. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T13How tall is the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's overall height is 69.5 inches. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T14What is the 2027 Kia Telluride LX's wheelbase?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's wheelbase is 116.9 inches. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T15How much ground clearance does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX have?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's minimum ground clearance is 7.4 inches. Source: Kia media site specifications (kiamedia.com), read 2026-09-19.
T16How much front headroom does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX have?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's front headroom is 41.2 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T17How much front legroom does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX have?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's front legroom is 41.4 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T18What size wheels does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX have?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX's wheel diameter is 18 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T19How many people does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX seat?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX seats 8. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T20What drivetrain does the 2027 Kia Telluride LX have?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX is front-wheel drive. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T21What safety features come standard on the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX comes with an anti-theft alarm, blind-spot alert, child door locks, child-seat anchors, forward collision warning, hill-descent control, hill-start assist, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, electronic stability control and traction control as standard safety equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T22What technology features come standard on the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX comes with Bluetooth audio streaming, Bluetooth, hands-free calling, built-in internet access, a navigation system, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, steering-wheel audio controls and voice recognition as standard technology equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T23What comfort features come standard on the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX comes with cup holders, a folding rear seat, front and rear climate zones, heated mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a third-row seat, a tilt steering wheel and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel as standard comfort equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T24What exterior and convenience features come standard on the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
The 2027 Kia Telluride LX comes with alloy wheels, cruise control, a 12-volt power outlet, power windows, privacy glass, proximity keyless entry, push-button start, a rear spoiler, a rear-window defroster, remote engine start and remote keyless entry as standard exterior and convenience equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T25How much does a 2027 Kia Telluride LX cost?
$39,190 is the starting manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 2027 Kia Telluride LX, as published by Kia and read 2026-09-10. It excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
T26Which 2027 Kia Telluride trims come with 18-inch wheels standard?
1 of the 3 Telluride trims list 18-inch wheels standard: LX. The other 2, SX, EX X-Line, do not list it.
T27Which 2027 Kia Telluride trims come with Synthetic leather upholstery standard?
1 of the 3 Telluride trims list Synthetic leather upholstery standard: LX. The other 2, SX, EX X-Line, do not list it.
T28Which 2027 Kia Telluride trims come with 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto?
1 of the 3 Telluride trims list 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto: LX. The other 2, SX, EX X-Line, do not list it.
T29What equipment is exclusive to the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
Of the equipment documented for the LX, 18-inch wheels standard, Synthetic leather upholstery standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto appear on no other 2027 Telluride trim.
Rest of the lineup
Compare the LX with the other 2027 Telluride trims.
This trim in figures
The 2027 Telluride LX: specifications and equipment.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2027 Kia Telluride LX at a $40,735 base price, with 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo), automatic, 8-spd transmission with FWD drive.
It is 199.2 in long, 116.9 in wheelbase, and seats 8.
Capability figures listed for it: 89.3 cubic feet of cargo space, a 5,000 lb tow rating.
EPA ratings for this row: 22 mpg combined, 20 city, 26 highway.
It rides on P245/60R18 tires and carries a 5-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty.
As the entry row, it lists alarm system, alloy wheels, blind spot alert, bluetooth streaming audio, bluetooth wireless technology, child door locks, child seat anchors, collision warning system, cruise control, cup holder, folding rear seat, front rear air conditioning, and 27 more items as standard.
Model-year lineup
Every 2027 Telluride row Kelley Blue Book lists.
Kelley Blue Book lists 10 2027 Kia Telluride rows, priced from $40,735 to $58,335, and 20 to 22 combined mpg. The LX is one of them.
| Trim | Base price | Engine | Horsepower | Drive | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX (this page) | $40,735 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | FWD | 22 |
| S | $43,635 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| EX | $45,335 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| X-Line EX | $48,835 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| SX | $50,335 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | FWD | 22 |
| X-Line SX | $53,335 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| X-Pro SX | $55,235 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| SX-Prestige | $55,435 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| X-Line SX-Prestige | $56,435 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
| X-Pro SX-Prestige | $58,335 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | n/a | AWD | 20 |
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Kia Telluride are on the Kia Telluride model page.
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