2025 KIA Telluride S

The 2025 Telluride is Kia's three-row family SUV, slotting above the Sorento and competing with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Grand Highlander, and Hyundai Palisade. The V6 pulls strongly and the eight-speed automatic shifts smoothly, making the Telluride feel more eager than its size suggests. The ride is composed and quiet on the highway, though the suspension can feel a bit firm over sharp bumps. The cabin is roomy for seven or eight, with a practical layout, plenty of cubbies, and easy access to the third row. Standard tech includes a large touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the Drive Wise safety suite. The 3.8L V6 makes 291 horsepower and pairs with a smooth eight-speed automatic, and with front-wheel drive it returns 22 mpg combined. The S comes with SynTex synthetic leather seating and 2nd-row captain's chairs, giving it a more upscale feel than the cloth-seat LX.