Kia's Bold Move: The New Telluride SUV Takes Shape

Kia is cooking up something big for 2027. They're giving their popular Telluride SUV a major makeover. This isn't just a facelift. It's a complete redesign. The new model is set to hit U. S. showrooms in early 2027. It's bigger, boxier, and more modern than the current one. The front now has a large grille with vertical headlights. The back looks sleek and stylish, reminiscent of a Range Rover. Kia is calling it a "new benchmark" for their brand. The Telluride has been a hit since it launched in 2019. It's been one of the most in-demand vehicles in the U. S. Kia has sold over 444, 000 units so far. Sales have been increasing every year. In fact, they're up 11% year to date through October. The current Telluride comes in 10 different trims. Prices range from $36, 000 to $54, 000. Kia gave a sneak peek of the Telluride X-Pro model. They released images ahead of its official debut. This will happen later this month at the Los Angeles Auto Show. More details and trims will be revealed there. The Telluride isn't the only SUV getting an update. Its sibling, the Hyundai Palisade, got a refresh earlier this year. Prices for the Palisade start between $39, 000 and $55, 000. It's interesting to see how these two models will compete in the market.