What the Telluride roof rack is for

The manual's Roof rack section says that if your vehicle has a roof rack, you can load cargo and accessories, for example a cargo carrier or roof tent, on top of your vehicle. You can attach cargo and accessories directly to the roof rack or to Kia crossbars, which the manual says are available from an authorized Kia dealer. The manual shows two roof rack types and notes that the actual shape may differ from the illustration.

When carrying cargo on the roof rack, make sure the cargo does not damage the roof of the vehicle, and when carrying large objects, make sure they do not exceed the overall roof length or width.

From the Roof rack section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual (listed as if equipped).

Telluride roof rack load limits

The manual gives two different roof rack limits, one for a parked vehicle and one for driving:

From the Load limits part of the Roof rack section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual. The manual adds that overloading the roof racks may damage them, and overloading the vehicle may damage it.

Crossbar position and wind noise

The manual's tip: place the crossbars (if equipped) in the proper load carrying positions before placing items onto the roof rack. When you are not using the roof rack to carry cargo, you may need to reposition the crossbars if you detect wind noise.

Loads on the roof rack raise your vehicle's center of gravity and may change the way the vehicle handles. The manual says to avoid sudden starts and braking, sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers and high speeds that may result in loss of control or rollover, and to always drive slowly and turn corners carefully when carrying items on the roof rack. Severe wind updrafts from passing vehicles or weather can put sudden upward pressure on roof cargo, especially large, flat items such as wood panels or mattresses.

From the tip and warning in the Roof rack section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual.

Securing items to the roof rack

The manual's checklist for loading the roof:

From Securing items to the roof rack and Securing accessories in the Roof rack section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual.

Roof rack and sunroof rules

If your Telluride has a sunroof, the manual adds these rules:

From the Roof rack, Sunroof and Dual wide sunroof sections of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual.

Roof tents on a Telluride

The manual names a roof tent as an example of an accessory you can load on the roof rack, and lists these rules when using one: be sure the weight of the occupants does not exceed the load capacity of the roof racks; confirm the tent is securely fastened to the cross bars and roof rails before using it; never move the vehicle with occupants in a roof tent; and never leave the engine running with occupants in a roof tent.

The manual also says never to run an internal combustion engine (such as a generator), gas stove, gas lantern or other fuel-burning device near an occupied roof tent or awning, because those devices emit carbon monoxide, which is colorless, odorless and deadly. Follow the roof tent manufacturer's instructions, warnings and cautions.

From the Roof tents part of the Roof rack section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual.

Telluride overall height with roof rack

Planning a garage or parking structure trip with cargo on top? Start from the overall height in the manual's Dimensions table, then add your crossbars and cargo:

From the Dimensions section of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual. Allow extra height for any crossbars and cargo.

Roof cargo and the vehicle load limit

The tire and loading information label on the driver side door sill lists the vehicle capacity weight, which the manual defines as the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo (including the tongue load if you tow). The 2027 manual lists 1,157 lb (525 kg) for 7 seats and 1,323 lb (600 kg) for 8 seats; use the figure on your own vehicle's label.

To work out how much cargo you can carry, the manual says to subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from the combined occupant and cargo weight stated on your vehicle's placard; the result is the available cargo and luggage capacity. Count roof cargo in that figure too, and remember the 220 lb roof limit still applies while driving.

From the Vehicle load limit and Steps for determining correct load limit sections of the 2027 Kia Telluride owner's manual.

Michigan City Kia service hours

From Michigan City Kia's website, November 10, 2026. The website lists Monday to Saturday service hours and none for Sunday. Holiday hours can differ.