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What Engine Does the Kia Telluride Have?
Engine, horsepower, torque, transmission and drivetrain for every 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid trim, from Kia's compare trims and specs pages on kia.com.
2.5L turbo4-cylinder on every 2027 Telluride
274 hp311 lb.-ft., gas trims
329 hp339 lb.-ft., Telluride Hybrid
8-speedautomatic, gas trims
What engine is in the 2027 Kia Telluride?
Every 2027 Telluride gas trim uses a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with 274 hp and 311 lb.-ft. of torque and an 8-speed automatic, per kia.com. The 2027 Telluride Hybrid pairs a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with a full parallel hybrid system; kia.com lists 329 hp and 339 lb.-ft. and a 6-speed automatic.
2027 Telluride engine by trim
Kia.com lists one engine for all ten 2027 Telluride gas trims: a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder rated at 274 hp at 5,800 rpm and 311 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,700-4,000 rpm, with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
| Trim | Engine | Output | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | Front-wheel drive |
| S | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | Front- or all-wheel drive |
| EX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | Front- or all-wheel drive |
| X-Line EX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| SX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | Front-wheel drive |
| X-Line SX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| X-Pro SX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| SX Prestige | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| X-Line SX Prestige | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| X-Pro SX Prestige | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder | 274 hp, 311 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Drivetrain is from the Layout line; kia.com lists all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode as available on the S and EX.
2027 Telluride Hybrid engine
The 2027 Telluride Hybrid pairs a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with Kia's full parallel hybrid system. Kia.com lists 329 hp and 339 lb.-ft. of torque for all five Telluride Hybrid trims, with a 6-speed automatic transmission and a 1.65 kWh hybrid battery.
| Trim | Engine | Output | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. | Front- or all-wheel drive |
| SX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. | Front-wheel drive |
| X-Line SX | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| SX Prestige | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
| X-Line SX Prestige | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | 329 hp, 339 lb.-ft. | All-wheel drive |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride Hybrid compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Kia.com lists the output without separate engine and motor figures; all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is listed as available on the Hybrid EX.
Telluride engine specifications
| Specification | Telluride (gas) | Telluride Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine type | Turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder | Turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system |
| Displacement | 2,497 cc | 2,497 cc |
| Valve train | Dual overhead cam (DOHC) | Dual overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel delivery | Multi-point injection (MPI) and gasoline direct injection (GDI) | Gasoline direct injection (GDI) |
| Horsepower | 274 hp at 5,800 rpm | 329 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb.-ft. at 1,700-4,000 rpm | 339 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Hybrid battery energy | Not applicable | 1.65 kWh |
| Fuel requirement | Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher | Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride and 2027 Telluride Hybrid compare trims and specs pages on kia.com, read November 9, 2026.
Telluride drivetrain and driving features
All-wheel drive
Kia.com lists all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode as standard on the X-Line and X-Pro trims and on the SX Prestige, and available on the S and EX. The LX and SX are front-wheel drive.
X-Pro limited-slip
An electronic limited slip differential (E-LSD) is standard on the X-Pro SX and X-Pro SX Prestige, per kia.com. It is not available on the other 2027 Telluride gas trims.
Drive modes and paddles
Kia.com lists Drive Mode Select and steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters as standard on every 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid trim.
From Kia's 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid compare trims and specs pages on kia.com, read November 9, 2026.
Planning to tow or comparing fuel use? See our Telluride towing guide and Telluride mpg guide. For engine oil, see Telluride oil type and capacity.
Michigan City Kia sales hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Sales hours as listed on Michigan City Kia's website, November 9, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Telluride engine questions
What engine does the 2027 Kia Telluride have?
Kia.com lists a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (2,497 cc) on every 2027 Telluride gas trim, with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
How much horsepower does the Kia Telluride have?
The 2027 Telluride gas trims are rated at 274 hp at 5,800 rpm and 311 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,700-4,000 rpm. Kia.com lists 329 hp and 339 lb.-ft. for the 2027 Telluride Hybrid.
Does the 2027 Telluride still have a V6?
No V6 is listed. Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page lists only the turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder for all ten gas trims.
What transmission does the Telluride use?
Kia.com lists an 8-speed automatic on the 2027 Telluride gas trims and a 6-speed automatic on the 2027 Telluride Hybrid.
What fuel does the Kia Telluride take?
Kia.com lists regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher, for both the 2027 Telluride and the 2027 Telluride Hybrid.
Want to drive a Telluride?
Michigan City Kia is at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN. Compare the Telluride and Telluride Hybrid in person.
Sources
Engine type, displacement, valve train, compression ratio, fuel delivery, horsepower, torque, transmission, hybrid battery, fuel requirement, drivetrain and driving features are from Kia's 2027 Telluride and 2027 Telluride Hybrid compare trims and specs pages on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs: engine, horsepower, torque, transmission, layout, AWD, E-LSD, fuel requirement, image, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Telluride Hybrid compare trims and specs: engine, horsepower, torque, transmission, hybrid battery, layout, AWD, fuel requirement, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- Address and sales hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 9, 2026
