Buying a three-row SUV has usually meant accepting whatever fuel economy it offered. The Kia Telluride Hybrid available near Brownsburg, Indiana, rewrites that trade. Kia’s flagship SUV now pairs a turbocharged hybrid system with the same space, comfort, and towing muscle families have counted on for years. Visit Ray Skillman Kia West to try this ride out for yourself.
At Ray Skillman Kia West, we have spent years helping families near Brownsburg, Indiana, sort through three-row SUVs, and this one has been worth the wait. Whether you are running I-74 every morning or hitching up a camper on a Friday afternoon, the hybrid setup earns its keep in ways you notice by the end of the month.
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The 2.5-liter turbocharged engine works alongside a 1.65-kWh lithium-ion battery and electric motor assist for a combined 329 horsepower and 339 lb.-ft. of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic. That is genuine muscle for merging with seven people aboard and a cargo area packed to the headrests. Electric assist fills in the low end, so the SUV moves off the line without the brief pause turbocharged engines sometimes give you.
Fuel economy lands at an EPA-estimated 35 MPG combined for the front-wheel-drive EX, good for up to 637 miles of range per tank. All-wheel-drive versions rate an EPA-estimated 31 MPG combined, a fair trade when a February morning turns the driveway into a skating rink. Properly equipped, the Kia Telluride Hybrid tows up to 4,500 pounds, which handles a mid-size boat or a small travel trailer without drama.
The second-generation Telluride stretches to a 116.9-inch wheelbase and 199.2 inches overall, and the extra room shows up where passengers feel it. Second-row legroom measures 43.0 inches, third-row riders get 32.1 inches, and the second-row slides farther forward than before so climbing to the back is less of a production. Heated seats are available in all three rows, and available relaxation seats with power leg rests turn the front row into something closer to a recliner. Cargo space runs from 21.3 cubic feet behind the third row to 88.3 cubic feet with everything folded flat.
Kia also addressed cabin noise with triple door seals, thicker door glass, and additional sound-absorbing material. The Connected Car Navigation Cockpit system anchors the dash with available dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on every trim. Digital Key 2.0 lets you lock, unlock, and start the SUV with a compatible phone or smartwatch, and you can share access with family members who need it.
Ten airbags come standard, including a new front-row center airbag positioned between the driver and front passenger. Lane Following Assist and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist are standard, while available Highway Driving Assist 2 helps hold your lane and following distance on longer stretches of interstate. Blind-Spot View Monitor, a 360-degree surround view camera, and Safe Exit Assist are available depending on how you configure things.
The Rear Occupant Alert system deserves its own mention. In-cabin radar detects movement in the second and third rows after you park, then escalates from a dashboard reminder to an audible alert to a push notification on your phone. Any parent who has hauled a sleeping toddler out to the car will appreciate it.
Between the fuel savings, the towing capability, and a third row adults can use without complaint, this SUV covers a lot of ground for one vehicle. The rest comes down to seeing it in person and finding out how it feels from behind the wheel.
Five Telluride Hybrid trims are offered, and the differences come down to drivetrain, screen real estate, and how far you want to take the comfort features. Here is how they line up.
| Trim | Drivetrain | EPA-Est. Combined MPG | Notable Additions |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX | FWD standard, AWD available | 35 (FWD) / 31 (AWD) | Second-row captain’s chairs, standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual front wireless charging pads |
| SX | FWD | 33 | Available dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays and available Meridian 14-speaker premium audio |
| X-Line SX | AWD | 31 | Blacked-out wheel arches, mirrors and D-pillars, exclusive 21-inch wheels, raised roof rails |
| SX Prestige | AWD | 31 | Available 12-inch head-up display, Full Display digital rearview mirror, available relaxation seats with power leg rests |
| X-Line SX Prestige | AWD | 31 | X-Line styling paired with the full Prestige comfort and technology list |
| Every hybrid trim shares the same 2.5-liter turbo-hybrid system: 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. of torque, and up to 4,500 lbs. of towing capacity when properly equipped. | |||
Charts only get you so far. Stop by and sit in two or three back-to-back, and the right one tends to sort itself out fast.
The Ray Skillman name has been part of central Indiana since 1980, and our Kia store opened on the west side in 2009. In that time, we have learned that most people do not want a hard sell. They want straight answers, a fair number, and someone who listens. That is what you get here.
Our finance team works with national banks and local lenders, and we help buyers across every credit situation find terms that work. When your SUV needs attention down the road, our certified technicians and genuine Kia parts keep it running right. Come take a test drive and see what all three rows feel like with your own family in them.
The front-wheel-drive EX earns an EPA-estimated 35 MPG combined, which translates to up to 637 miles of range on a full tank. All-wheel-drive hybrid trims come in at an EPA-estimated 31 MPG combined, and the front-wheel-drive SX lands at 33 MPG combined. Actual mileage varies with driving conditions and habits.
When properly equipped, the hybrid tows up to 4,500 pounds. That covers a mid-size boat, a pair of jet skis, or a small travel trailer. An integrated tow hitch that tucks into the rear bumper is available across all hybrid trims, and the available self-leveling rear suspension helps the SUV stay composed when it has weight behind it.
Ray Skillman Kia West is a short drive away, and we would be glad to walk you through the hybrid trims side by side. Our showroom sits on the west side, easy to reach whether you take the interstate or the surface roads. Give us a call ahead of time, and we will have one pulled up and ready when you arrive.
Yes. All-wheel drive is available on the EX and comes standard on the X-Line SX, SX Prestige, and X-Line SX Prestige. The SX is front-wheel drive. Every hybrid also includes electronic dynamic torque vectoring control, which uses braking and motor control to help the SUV feel planted through corners.
Hybrid trims seat seven with second-row captain’s chairs. Third-row legroom measures 32.1 inches, and the second row slides farther forward than the previous generation to make getting back there easier. Cargo space runs from 21.3 cubic feet behind the third row up to 88.3 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded.
We do. Our certified technicians handle everything from oil changes to hybrid-specific diagnostics, and we stock genuine Kia parts so your SUV goes back together the way the factory intended. Day-to-day maintenance on a Kia hybrid looks a lot like maintenance on a gas model. Call us to schedule a service appointment whenever you are due.
Kia backs new vehicles with a 10-year, 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty and a 5-year, 60,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty. Roadside assistance runs 5 years or 60,000 miles. Our finance team can also walk you through added protection plans if you want coverage that stretches further.