2027 Telluride SX Prestige

The row that usually gets forgotten

Most SUVs stop investing in comfort once they've handled the front seats. The SX Prestige is the Telluride trim where that changes — heated and ventilated seats extend to the second row, not just the front, which matters on a hot Jersey Shore August afternoon or a January carpool. Pair that with SynTex suede seatbacks, a suede headliner, and engineered wood trim throughout the cabin, and the SX Prestige reads and feels like a genuinely premium three-row SUV rather than a well-equipped family hauler.

The tech that shows up here and nowhere below

A few features are exclusive to SX Prestige and up: the 12-inch Head-Up Display projects speed, navigation, and driver-assist alerts directly into the driver's line of sight, Digital Key 2 uses ultra-wideband technology so you can share access to the vehicle by phone without handing over a physical key, and the power tilt/telescoping steering wheel remembers driver positions along with the seat memory. A 115V household-style power outlet in the cargo area (and third row) means running a small appliance, charging a laptop without an adapter, or powering camping gear is straightforward. Rain-sensing wipers and acoustic second-row glass round out a genuinely quiet, convenience-focused cabin.

Gas or hybrid at this level

The hybrid SX Prestige starts at $56,590, about $2,700 over the gas version, and carries the same 329-hp powertrain and roughly 31 mpg combined (AWD) as the other hybrid trims. At this price point, the decision usually comes down less to payback math and more to whether the driver prioritizes the smoother, quieter power delivery of the hybrid's electric motors around town, or the more familiar, slightly quicker-feeling turbo-only response of the gas engine on the highway. Either way, every SX Prestige comfort feature carries over unchanged.

What SX Prestige buyers say

Buyers at this trim level tend to be repeat Telluride owners or families who've done their homework, and DiFeo Kia's reviews reflect that same thoroughness on the sales side. "our sales person Simon was excellent in providing us information about our 2025 Kia Telluride and was able to find an alternate vehicle in the style and color that we wanted" — James C. And a longtime DiFeo customer whose service experience carried over into a purchase: "Matthew and his team at DiFeo are excited to work with. I had the pleasure buying my Telluride. Also, service department is excellent what they do." — Lisa C.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2027 Kia Telluride SX Prestige?

$53,890 MSRP with AWD standard, plus $1,545 destination. The hybrid SX Prestige starts at $56,590. Current DiFeo Kia pricing and offers are on the specials page.

What does the SX Prestige add over the plain SX?

Standard AWD, heated and ventilated second-row seats, suede interior accents, a Head-Up Display, Digital Key 2, memory steering wheel, and a household-style power outlet — all on top of the SX's dual-display and camera-safety-suite foundation.

Is the Head-Up Display useful or just a gimmick?

Most drivers who've used one find it genuinely useful — speed, navigation cues, and driver-assist alerts stay in your peripheral vision without looking down at the dash, which is arguably more relevant in a large three-row SUV where the instrument cluster sits a bit further from the driver's eyeline.

Can I get the SX Prestige with front-wheel drive to save money?

No — SX Prestige is AWD-only, same as every trim from X-Line EX up. There's no front-drive version at this trim level.

How does the SX Prestige compare to the X-Line SX Prestige?

The feature sets are identical; the X-Line SX Prestige adds the X-Line's 21-inch wheels, rugged grille and bumper styling, and raised roof rails on top. See the X-Line SX Prestige guide for the styling comparison.

The bottom line on the SX Prestige

The SX Prestige is where the Telluride stops making comfort compromises anywhere in the cabin — front or back — and adds the tech extras that separate a loaded SUV from a genuinely premium one. Available gas or hybrid, standard AWD throughout. See current SX Prestige inventory or schedule a test drive in Lakewood.