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2025 Kia Telluride

The 2025 Kia Telluride is a compact SUV, rated at 22 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2025 Kia Telluride
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Combined MPG
22
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$37,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeKia
ModelTelluride
Model year2025
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.8 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG22
CO₂ tailpipe398 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2850

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Telluride AWD20 MPG combined
Telluride FWD22 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined22 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Telluride22 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 32% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$652/mo
Amount financed
$33,300
Total interest
$5,793
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5-year fuel cost
$9,136

$1,827/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG22
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM25V494000 · 2025-07-28

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding trim assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC347.

  • TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE25V745000 · 2025-10-31

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.

  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER26V105000 · 2026-02-23

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC362. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2025 Kia Telluride?

The 2025 Kia Telluride is EPA-rated at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway).

Is the 2025 Kia Telluride reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Kia Telluride. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2025 Kia Telluride?

The 2025 Kia Telluride earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2025 Kia Telluride?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2025 Kia Telluride costs roughly $1,827 per year to fuel, or about $9,136 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2025 Kia Telluride?

The 2025 Kia Telluride is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC