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Kia Telluride

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Available trims

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  • LX FWD
    Avg. price
    $23,260
    MPG
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • LX AWD
    Avg. price
    $23,260
    MPG
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • S FWD
    Avg. price
    $25,332
    MPG
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • S AWD
    Avg. price
    $25,332
    MPG
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • EX FWD
    Avg. price
    $27,126
    MPG
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • EX AWD
    Avg. price
    $27,126
    MPG
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • SX FWD
    Avg. price
    $29,242
    MPG
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • SX AWD
    Avg. price
    $29,242
    MPG
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • Navigation now standard
  • Three-row SUV
  • 291-hp V-6 engine
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Automatic emergency braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

  • Cavernous interior
  • Comfortable in all three rows
  • V-6 power
  • Quiet interior
  • Plenty of USB ports

The bad

  • Overly aggressive lane keep assist
  • No power third-row seat
  • Optional head-up display disappears with polarized sunglasses
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Expert 2022 Kia Telluride review

Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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What Is the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The Kia Telluride is a three-row SUV with a broad-shouldered exterior design and a long list of standard equipment, including many active-safety features. There’s room for up to eight people — seven with the optional second-row captain’s chairs — and power comes from a standard 291-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine that works with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available. The Telluride competes with a wide range of three-row SUVs, including the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. 

What’s New on the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Telluride sports the brand’s new badge design and has an updated front grille. New standard features include a 10.25-inch multimedia system with navigation, automatic climate control and Kia’s Highway Driving Assist system.  

What Features in the 2022 Kia Telluride Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Satellite radio
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability

Available features include:

  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Heated and ventilated front and middle seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Head-up display

Should I Buy the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Telluride remains a great value thanks to its lineup of comfort and safety features. Interior quality and roominess are highlights, too. We weren’t that impressed with the Telluride’s audio systems, however, and thought the standard lane-keeping system was too aggressive. Still, the Telluride is definitely worth considering if you’re shopping for a three-row SUV.

2022 Kia Telluride review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The Kia Telluride is a three-row SUV with a broad-shouldered exterior design and a long list of standard equipment, including many active-safety features. There’s room for up to eight people — seven with the optional second-row captain’s chairs — and power comes from a standard 291-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine that works with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available. The Telluride competes with a wide range of three-row SUVs, including the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. 

What’s New on the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Telluride sports the brand’s new badge design and has an updated front grille. New standard features include a 10.25-inch multimedia system with navigation, automatic climate control and Kia’s Highway Driving Assist system.  

What Features in the 2022 Kia Telluride Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Satellite radio
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability

Available features include:

  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Heated and ventilated front and middle seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Head-up display

Should I Buy the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Telluride remains a great value thanks to its lineup of comfort and safety features. Interior quality and roominess are highlights, too. We weren’t that impressed with the Telluride’s audio systems, however, and thought the standard lane-keeping system was too aggressive. Still, the Telluride is definitely worth considering if you’re shopping for a three-row SUV.

Best Family Car of 2022

2022 Award Winner
With an eye on value, the 2022 Kia Telluride offers family-friendly features, new tech and room for up to eight.
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With an eye on value, the 2022 Kia Telluride offers family-friendly features, new tech and room for up to eight.
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Safety review

Based on the 2022 Kia Telluride base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
Combined side rating front seat
Combined side rating rear seat
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
Overall side crash rating
Rollover rating
Side barrier rating
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
15.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
15.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Dealer certification
135 Point Inspection
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Consumer reviews

76% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 17 reviews
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Comfort
4.8
Interior
4.7
Performance
4.4
Value
4.5
Exterior
4.7
Reliability
4.2

Most recent

  • By Philip from Newnan, GA
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2026

    Value for the money, the Kia Telluride is the best

    Value for the money, the Kia Telluride is the best vehicle I have ever owned. If you are looking for a reliable family vehicle, you can’t do any better.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Dana Ian from Red Bank, NJ
    Owns this car
    September 19, 2025

    If you want a comfortable, stylish, and affordable suv

    If you want a comfortable, stylish, and affordable suv for your family this is the car for you. Makes me feel proud when driving it and holds its own compared to other luxury suvs that cost a lot more. My only complaints are that it’s a gas guzzler and at this price point all models should come with the digital speedometer dashboard and not just the highest trim levels.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By DN from NY
    Owns this car
    May 13, 2025

    We purchased the 2022 Telluride Prestige Nightfall for

    We purchased the 2022 Telluride Prestige Nightfall for our family car. We couldn’t be happier and would recommend this vehicle based on looks, practicality, space, and reliability.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By T. M. from Vancouver, Washington
    Used to own this car
    September 23, 2024

    Nice looking car.

    Nice looking car. After 3 years front seats break down and feel hard. Difficult to get parts if you need any body work, even in 2023 had supply chain issues. The most frustrating thing is you can't shop around for insurance because some major carriers refuse to quote Kia due to thefts no matter what year or model. Also as time goes on start to feel a bit rough in the ride. It is also high priced SX Prestige Nightfall. I just traded it off so I am not locked in on insurance and I don't continue to lose so much with the rapid depreciation.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    2.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    2.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Roy from Columbus, GA
    Used to own this car
    March 4, 2023

    Good vehicle but lacks trunk space

    I bought a new 2022 Telluride for the family to travel in. My wife and son did not want to drive it because it had blind spots when trying to change lanes and the length of the hood up front was to long for them. I loved the vehicle. Good power. Good smooth ride. Interior was amazing. The only issue I had was the limited space for luggage. We had 5 travelers and had to take luggage and put it inside my daughter's vehicle who was driving separately. Other than that great vehicle.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Happy Customer from New Bedford mass
    Owns this car
    December 4, 2022

    Best car I’ve purchased

    I love the way it rides nice and comfortable. Picks up power on hills and it’s a perfect size for long trips to pack what u need!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Robert R. from Cleveland, Ohio
    Owns this car
    October 19, 2022

    Great Ride

    Went to dealership to purchase a new telluride, only to find out they are very hard to find due to high demand. My salesman searched the dealership locations to see if there was one on a lot that fits my criteria. Nope, the best they could do for me was to put some money down a one that was being built as we spoke in West Point, Georgia. That delivery was in a little more than 4 weeks away. So ordering one from the start would have been a few months for delivery. I gave them a down payment on the one being built, a 2022 Telluride S, in dark moss. That color was 3rd on my list. I got the car in less than 3 weeks and it is awesome. The comfort, the ride, the quiet cabin, the standard features, the captains seats in the second row, everything about it is the way I like my cars to be. Everyone who comes to see it, loves it. I even get stopped on the road with "Thumbs up" when it gets eyeballed. I traded a Grand Cherokee for it, and I'm glad I did.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Mbgone from Traverse City MI
    Owns this car
    October 18, 2022

    Grinding=gear meshing noise.

    Grinding gear-meshing noise in drivetrain. It started with 2000 miles intermittent, !500 now-steady noise when drive train is engaged. Filed complaint with KIA. At first they insinuated I was hearing things. They now acknowledge it but don't know what it is. Frustrated as xxxx. Another appt. on 10-31. My dealer is not great. Ready to take the hit and go back to VW Atlas.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    2.0
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  • By Tom13662 from Massena,NY
    Owns this car
    August 4, 2022

    2 bad engines, horrible mpg

    Third engine in 27k miles. This last one for some reason barely gets 17-18mpg on a tank 50/50 highway town. The last 2 engines it was 23-24combined. Went to the dealer with the concern and they claim it falls under normal operation expectations. Will trade it shortly.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    2.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    1.0
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  • By R. Earl from Charleston, SC
    Owns this car
    June 12, 2022

    Overall excellent vehicle

    This is my second Telluride, both have been trouble free, excellent vehicles. Have had BMW in the past and quite frankly the feel behind the wheel is comparable. Highway gas mileage is excellent, can easily get 28 mpg with the cruise set at 78 mph (mine is awd). Could not be more pleased.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Aiden from Fairfax, VA
    Owns this car
    May 21, 2022

    Telluride is really the best

    This car has long been my favorite. But it was hard to get and I had to give dealer more money. I ended up buying this car and I'm very satisfied. You'll see why people rate this car well when you ride it yourself. The exterior design is excellent, the interior is good, and the cost-effectiveness is the best. I highly recommend this car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Andy Spector from Houston, Tx
    Owns this car
    April 18, 2022

    Suv of the decade

    Best suv value for a three row sport utility vehicle. Priced thousands below the competition. Quality and reliability are without a doubt the very best.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Kia Telluride is available in 4 trim levels:

  • EX (2 styles)
  • LX (2 styles)
  • S (2 styles)
  • SX (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Kia Telluride offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2022 Kia Telluride?

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Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?

The 2022 Kia Telluride has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2022 Kia Telluride owners.

Is the 2022 Kia Telluride a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2022 Kia Telluride. 76.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 17 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.2

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