2027 Telluride LX

More standard equipment than "base" usually implies

Kia didn't cut corners on the parts that matter for daily driving. Every LX gets the same 274-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo four and 8-speed automatic as every other gas Telluride, the full 12.3-inch ccNC touchscreen with built-in navigation, wireless phone mirroring, and SiriusXM, an 8-speaker system, tri-zone automatic climate control, dual wireless phone chargers, 7 USB-C ports, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Push-button start, a remote-start-equipped key fob, and an immobilizer round out the convenience list. And the safety suite is the full 19-item package Kia builds into every Telluride trim — Highway Driving Assist, adaptive cruise with stop-and-go, forward-collision assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot warning, safe-exit assist, and radar-based rear occupant alert. None of that is held back for the trims above it.

What you actually give up

The differences from S and up are mostly about comfort and finish, not capability. The LX rides on 18-inch alloys rather than the 20s that start at S, the driver's seat is manually adjusted instead of power, the instrument cluster is a smaller 4.2-inch display, and the liftgate opens by hand rather than with a button or foot-swipe. It's also the one trim that stays front-wheel-drive only — there's no AWD option on the LX, so buyers who want all-wheel traction need to step up at least to the S. None of that changes how the Telluride drives day to day; it changes what you touch and adjust.

Who the LX fits

This is the trim for a buyer who wants a genuinely large three-row SUV, the new-generation cabin room, and every piece of the safety tech Kia builds into the Telluride — without paying for leatherette, ventilated seats, or a sunroof they might not use. It seats a full 8 thanks to the bench second row, which matters for larger families or anyone who regularly carpools. DiFeo Kia's Telluride buyers describe the same low-pressure process across trims. One recent buyer, back for a second Telluride: "6 yrs ago I purchased a Telluride from DiFeo Kia and Al was great. When I decided it was time to purchase, I didn't hesitate going back. Al once again was a pleasure to work with." — William B. Another, on a cash purchase with no pressure to finance: "I walked in knowing that I wanted a Kia Telluride and walked out 1 hour later with the keys and title. I paid cash... DiFeo completely respected my position and did not pressure me to lease or finance the vehicle." — Kurt S.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2027 Kia Telluride LX?

$39,190 MSRP plus $1,545 destination, front-wheel drive only. Some listings quote around $40,735 because they fold the destination charge into the headline number — it's the same car either way. Current pricing and any active offers are on the specials page.

Can I get all-wheel drive on the LX?

No — the LX is the one trim in the lineup that's FWD-only. If AWD matters to you, the S trim adds it as a $2,000 option, and it's standard on every X-Line and X-Pro build.

How many people does the LX seat?

Eight. The LX and EX are the two trims that keep the traditional 8-passenger bench second row; S and every SX-and-up trim switch to 7-passenger captain's chairs instead.

Is the LX missing any safety features the other trims have?

No — all 19 of the Telluride's standard driver-assist and safety features come standard on the LX, same as every other trim. What you're giving up moving down to LX is comfort and convenience equipment, not safety hardware.

Does the LX come with a manual or power liftgate?

Manual. The smart hands-free power liftgate is introduced at the S trim and up. It's a real difference if you're regularly loading the cargo area with your hands full, but it doesn't affect what the LX can carry.

The bottom line on the LX

The LX is proof that Kia didn't hold back the important stuff for the top of the range — a full-size touchscreen, real safety tech, and the same turbo engine as every other trim, at the lowest Telluride price on the lot. If leather and a sunroof aren't the priority, this is where the value is. See what's in stock in Lakewood, or book a test drive to feel the turbo four for yourself.