Kia Telluride LX · Michigan City Kia · Michigan City, IN
Kia Telluride LX in Michigan City, IN
The LX is the entry 2027 Telluride: an 8-seat, three-row SUV with the same 274-hp turbocharged 2.5L four, 8-speed automatic and 5,000-lb. towing capacity as the other gas trims. It comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, tri-zone automatic climate control, USB-C ports in all three rows and Highway Driving Assist. It is front-wheel drive only. Kia lists it from $39,190 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Kia.
$39,1902027 starting MSRP
8 seatsthree rows
274 hp2.5L turbo four, 311 lb-ft
22 mpgEPA combined
5,000 lb.towing capacity
Telluride LX or S?
The S is $2,900 more in starting MSRP than the LX ($42,090 vs. $39,190). Both use the 274-hp turbo four, tow 5,000 lb. and have navigation and Highway Driving Assist. The S adds a power sunroof, heated front seats, an 8-way power driver's seat, roof rails, a smart power liftgate and 20-inch wheels, and it can be ordered with all-wheel drive. The S seats 7 with second-row captain's chairs; the LX seats 8 with a second-row bench and is front-wheel drive only.
2027 Telluride LX price
| 2027 Telluride trim | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|
| LX | $39,190 |
| S | $42,090 |
| EX | $43,790 |
| X-Line EX | $47,290 |
| SX | $48,790 |
| X-Line SX | $51,790 |
| X-Pro SX | $53,690 |
| SX Prestige | $53,890 |
| X-Line SX Prestige | $54,890 |
| X-Pro SX Prestige | $56,790 |
Starting MSRPs and EPA estimates from kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Kia states that starting MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges, and that the actual price is set by the dealer. Our price on each vehicle is on its vehicle page. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
What comes standard on the Telluride LX
Same turbo engine as every gas Telluride
The 274-hp turbocharged 2.5L four with 311 lb-ft, an 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters and a 5,000-lb. towing capacity, the same figures Kia lists for the other gas trims.
Eight seats
A 60/40 split-folding second-row bench with one-touch tilt and slide on the passenger side, and a 60/40 split-folding, reclining third row. Kia lists 8-passenger seating for the LX.
Screens and sound
A 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, a 4.2-inch instrument display, an 8-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, Kia Connect and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Charging for three rows
A dual wireless phone charger, USB-C ports in all three rows and Passenger Talk, which lets the driver speak to the rear rows through the speakers.
Climate
Tri-zone automatic climate control with ceiling-mounted rear vents.
Driver assistance
Highway Driving Assist, Smart Cruise Control 2, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve, Lane Following Assist 2, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, front and rear parking sensors, Safe Exit Assist and Rear Occupant Alert with radar sensors.
From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. Equipment can change during the model year; the window sticker on each vehicle lists its exact equipment.
Telluride LX engine, mpg and towing
| 2027 Telluride LX | |
|---|---|
| Engine | Turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder, MPI and GDI |
| Output | 274 hp at 5,800 rpm; 311 lb-ft at 1,700-4,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive (all-wheel drive not offered on the LX) |
| EPA estimates | 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg |
| Fuel | Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher; 19.0-gallon tank |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lb. (tow hitch available) |
| Wheels and tires | 18-inch black alloy wheels, 235/65R18 tires, compact spare |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is available on the S and EX and standard on the X-Line and X-Pro trims and on every SX Prestige. More detail: Telluride mpg guide and Telluride towing guide.
Telluride LX vs. S and EX
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 starting MSRP | $39,190 | $42,090 | $43,790 |
| Drive | FWD | FWD or AWD | FWD or AWD |
| Seating | 8 passengers, 2nd-row bench | 7 passengers, 2nd-row captain's chairs | 8 passengers, 2nd-row bench |
| Wheels | 18-inch black alloy | 20-inch black and machined | 20-inch black with outer machined finish |
| Power sunroof | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Driver's seat | 6-way manual | 8-way power, 2-way power lumbar | 8-way power, 4-way power lumbar |
| Heated front seats | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Ventilated front seats | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| Seat trim | SynTex and cloth | SynTex and cloth | SynTex |
| Roof rails | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Smart power liftgate with auto close | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation, 12.3-inch touchscreen, Highway Driving Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.
Telluride LX size and cargo space
| Measurement | 2027 Telluride LX |
|---|---|
| Length / wheelbase | 199.2 in. / 116.9 in. |
| Width / height | 78.3 in. / 69.5 in. (no roof rails) |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in. |
| Legroom, 1st / 2nd / 3rd row | 41.4 / 43.0 / 32.1 in. |
| Headroom, 1st / 2nd / 3rd row | 41.2 / 40.4 / 37.4 in. (no sunroof) |
| Cargo volume (SAE) behind 1st / 2nd / 3rd row | 89.3 / 48.7 / 22.3 cu. ft. |
| Curb weight | 4,381-4,420 lb. |
| Turning circle, curb to curb | 39.2 ft. |
From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.
More detail: Telluride dimensions and Telluride ground clearance.
Telluride LX colors
Kia's 2027 specs list three exterior colors for the Telluride LX: Panthera Metal, Ebony Black ($495 extra) and Glacial White Pearl ($495). Seats are Black SynTex and cloth.
Color list and color prices from kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Availability varies; ask us about ordering a color you do not see in our inventory.
Find a Telluride LX
Search our current new Telluride inventory for an LX, or contact us to order one in the color you want. Inventory changes daily, so contact us to confirm a specific vehicle before you come in.
Buying a Telluride LX at Michigan City Kia
Test drive
Choose a Telluride LX from our new inventory and use its vehicle page to check availability, or contact the sales team. Tell us which one and when you plan to come in.
Value your trade
Get a trade-in value online before you visit with the trade-in form, then have it confirmed in person on the day.
Financing and leasing
Apply for financing online and compare the lease and finance programs on the current offers page. The finance FAQs cover lease vs. buy and credit questions.
Service after the sale
Our service department handles maintenance and warranty work on every Telluride LX. Schedule service online.
Michigan City Kia is at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN 46360. Get directions or contact us to confirm a specific Telluride LX is on the lot before you come in.
Telluride LX FAQ
How much is a 2027 Kia Telluride LX?
Kia lists the 2027 Telluride LX from $39,190 MSRP (kia.com, November 9, 2026). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges.
Is the Telluride LX all-wheel drive?
No. Kia's 2027 specs list the LX as front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive not available. All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is available on the S and EX and standard on the X-Line and X-Pro trims and on every SX Prestige.
How many seats does the Telluride LX have?
Eight. The LX has a 60/40 split-folding second-row bench with one-touch tilt and slide on the passenger side and a 60/40 split-folding, reclining third row.
What engine is in the 2027 Telluride LX?
A turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder rated at 274 hp and 311 lb-ft, with an 8-speed automatic and paddle shifters.
What gas mileage does the Telluride LX get?
EPA estimates for the 2027 Telluride LX are 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg on regular 87-octane fuel.
How much can the Telluride LX tow?
Kia lists a 5,000-lb. towing capacity for the 2027 Telluride LX. A tow hitch is available.
Does the Telluride LX have heated seats or a sunroof?
No. Kia lists heated front seats and a power sunroof as not available on the LX and standard on the S and EX.
See the Telluride LX at Michigan City Kia
Browse our new Telluride inventory, check this month's Kia offers, or contact us to set up a test drive in Michigan City.
Sources
Prices, fuel economy, specifications, equipment and colors are from Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read on November 9, 2026. Kia notes that MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges, and that it can change vehicle availability, colors, specifications and features at any time.
- 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs (all ten gas trims): starting MSRPs and MSRP disclaimer, EPA estimates, equipment by trim, colors, dimensions, engine and towing, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- Dealership address, Michigan City Kia, read November 9, 2026
