Kia Telluride SX · Michigan City Kia · Michigan City, IN

Kia Telluride SX in Michigan City, IN

The SX is the well-equipped middle of the 2027 Telluride lineup: a 7-seat, three-row SUV with two individual second-row seats, dual sunroofs, a 14-speaker Meridian audio system, a 12.3-inch instrument display, Highway Driving Assist 2 and a 360-degree Surround View Monitor. It uses the 274-hp turbocharged 2.5L four and an 8-speed automatic with front-wheel drive, and tows up to 5,000 lb. Kia lists it from $48,790 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Kia.

Kia Telluride SX three-row SUV, front three-quarter view on a white background
Kia Telluride SX. Image: Kia America
$48,7902027 starting MSRP
7 seatsthree rows
274 hp2.5L turbo four, 311 lb-ft
22 mpgEPA combined
5,000 lb.towing capacity

Telluride SX or EX?

The SX is $5,000 more in starting MSRP than the EX ($48,790 vs. $43,790). Both use the 274-hp turbo four and tow 5,000 lb. The SX adds two individual second-row seats (7 seats instead of 8), dual sunroofs, Meridian 14-speaker audio, a 12.3-inch instrument display, Highway Driving Assist 2, a 360-degree Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor, side parking sensors, a memory driver's seat and self-leveling rear suspension. The EX can be ordered with all-wheel drive; Kia lists the SX as front-wheel drive.

2027 Telluride SX price

Starting MSRP, 2027 Telluride$20,000$40,000$60,000LX$39,190S$42,090EX$43,790X-Line EX$47,290SX$48,790X-Line SX$51,790X-Pro SX$53,690SX Prestige$53,890X-Line SX Prest.$54,890X-Pro SX Prest.$56,790
Starting MSRP from kia.com, November 9, 2026. SX highlighted.
2027 Telluride trimStarting 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 the SX adds over the EX

Seven seats

Two individual second-row seats (50/50 split-folding, with one-touch tilt and slide) make the SX a 7-seater. The EX has an 8-passenger layout with a second-row bench.

Dual sunroofs

Dual sunroofs replace the EX's single power sunroof.

Meridian audio and bigger cluster

A Meridian premium audio system with 14 speakers and a 12.3-inch instrument display, in place of the EX's 8-speaker system and 4.2-inch cluster.

Driver assistance upgrades

Highway Driving Assist 2, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, a 360-degree Surround View Monitor, side parking sensors and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse.

Comfort

A 10-way power driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar and thigh support, a driver's memory system, 4-way adjustable mesh front headrests and multicolor ambient mood lighting.

Exterior details

20-inch black alloy wheels, LED fog lights, auto-dimming reverse tilt-down side mirrors, puddle lights, a gloss black grille insert and self-leveling rear suspension.

From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.

Standard equipment on the Telluride SX

Kia also lists these as standard on the 2027 Telluride SX: a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, Kia Connect, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a dual wireless phone charger, USB-C charging ports in all three rows, Passenger Talk, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, an 8-way power passenger seat, SynTex seat trim, 2nd-row window sunshades, a smart power liftgate with auto close, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink, LED headlights with High Beam Assist, steering wheel paddle shifters and an electronic parking brake with Auto-Hold.

Standard driver assistance includes Smart Cruise Control 2, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist 2, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, front, rear and side 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 SX engine, mpg and towing

2027 Telluride SX
EngineTurbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder, MPI and GDI
Output274 hp at 5,800 rpm; 311 lb-ft at 1,700-4,000 rpm
Transmission8-speed automatic with paddle shifters
DriveFront-wheel drive
EPA estimates20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg
FuelRegular unleaded, 87 octane or higher; 19.0-gallon tank
Towing capacity5,000 lb. (tow hitch available)
SuspensionMacPherson strut front, multi-link rear, self-leveling rear suspension

From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.

Kia lists the SX as front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is standard on the X-Line and X-Pro trims and on every SX Prestige, and available on the S and EX. More detail: Telluride mpg guide and Telluride towing guide.

Telluride SX vs. EX and SX Prestige

SXEXSX Prestige
2027 starting MSRP$48,790$43,790$53,890
DriveFWDFWD or AWDAWD
Seating7 passengers8 passengers7 passengers
SunroofDual sunroofsPower sunroofDual sunroofs
AudioMeridian, 14 speakers8 speakersMeridian, 14 speakers
Instrument display12.3-inch4.2-inch12.3-inch
Highway Driving AssistHDA 2HDAHDA 2
360-degree Surround View MonitorStandardNot availableStandard
Heated and ventilated 2nd-row outboard seatsNot availableNot availableStandard
12-inch head-up displayNot availableNot availableStandard
Digital Key 2.0Not availableNot availableStandard
Wheels20-inch black20-inch black with outer machined finish20-inch black

From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.

Telluride SX size and cargo space

Measurement2027 Telluride SX
Length / wheelbase199.2 in. / 116.9 in.
Width / height with roof rails78.3 in. / 69.9 in.
Ground clearance7.4 in.
Legroom, 1st / 2nd / 3rd row41.4 / 43.0 / 32.1 in.
Headroom with dual sunroofs, 1st / 2nd / 3rd row40.0 / 38.9 / 37.4 in.
Cargo volume (SAE) behind 1st / 2nd / 3rd row89.3 / 48.7 / 22.3 cu. ft.
Curb weight4,433-4,550 lb.
Turning circle, curb to curb39.2 ft.

From Kia's 2027 Telluride compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.

More detail: Telluride dimensions and Telluride ground clearance.

Telluride SX colors

Kia's 2027 specs list six exterior colors for the Telluride SX: Panthera Metal, Ivory Silver, Ebony Black ($495 extra), Glacial White Pearl ($495), Midnight Lake Blue and Black Jade Green ($495). Seats are SynTex in Black or Deep Navy and Tuscan Umber.

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 SX

Search our current new Telluride inventory for an SX, 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 SX at Michigan City Kia

Test drive

Choose a Telluride SX 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 SX. 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 SX is on the lot before you come in.

Telluride SX FAQ

How much is a 2027 Kia Telluride SX?

Kia lists the 2027 Telluride SX from $48,790 MSRP (kia.com, November 9, 2026). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges.

Is the Telluride SX all-wheel drive?

No. Kia's 2027 specs list the SX as front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is standard on the X-Line and X-Pro trims and on every SX Prestige, and available on the S and EX. The LX is front-wheel drive only.

How many seats does the Telluride SX have?

Seven. Kia lists 7-passenger seating for the SX, with 50/50 split-folding second-row seats that tilt and slide with one touch, and a 60/40 split-folding, reclining third row.

What engine is in the 2027 Telluride SX?

A turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder rated at 274 hp and 311 lb-ft, with an 8-speed automatic.

What gas mileage does the Telluride SX get?

EPA estimates for the 2027 Telluride SX are 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg on regular 87-octane fuel.

How much can the Telluride SX tow?

Kia lists a 5,000-lb. towing capacity for the 2027 Telluride SX. A tow hitch is available.

Does the Telluride SX have ventilated seats?

Yes. Heated and ventilated front seats are standard. Heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats are standard on the SX Prestige.

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.

  1. 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
  2. Dealership address, Michigan City Kia, read November 9, 2026