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Kia Telluride MPG
EPA fuel economy for 18 Kia Telluride trims sold from 2020 to 2027. Best ever: 35 MPG (2027 Telluride FE Hybrid). Latest model year 2027: 19 to 35 MPG combined across 6 trims.
Kia Telluride fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.48 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2027 Kia Telluride to fuel is the Telluride FE Hybrid, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid (35 MPG) at $1,920 a year. The Telluride X-Pro, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $3,540, so the thriftier trim saves $1,620 a year and $8,100 over five years.
| 2027 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FE Hybrid | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | Regular | 35 | $1,920 | cheapest |
| Telluride Hybrid FWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | Regular | 33 | $2,040 | +$120 |
| Telluride Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | AWD | Regular | 31 | $2,170 | +$250 |
| Telluride FWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 22 | $3,050 | +$1,130 |
| Telluride AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | $3,360 | +$1,440 |
| Telluride X-Pro | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | $3,540 | +$1,620 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Kia Telluride MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 35 | 34 | 36 | Telluride FE Hybrid, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (AM-S6) | 6 |
| 2025 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
| 2024 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
| 2023 | 23 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
| 2022 | 23 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
| 2021 | 23 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
| 2020 | 23 | 20 | 26 | Telluride FWD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S8) | 2 |
Every Kia Telluride trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Telluride FE Hybrid | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | Regular | 34 | 36 | 35 | 251 | $1,920 |
| 2027 | Telluride Hybrid FWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | Regular | 32 | 34 | 33 | 267 | $2,040 |
| 2027 | Telluride Hybrid AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | AWD | Regular | 30 | 32 | 31 | 281 | $2,170 |
| 2027 | Telluride FWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 395 | $3,050 |
| 2027 | Telluride AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 | 429 | $3,360 |
| 2027 | Telluride X-Pro | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 467 | $3,540 |
| 2025 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 398 | $3,050 |
| 2025 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 | 442 | $3,360 |
| 2024 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 398 | $3,050 |
| 2024 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 | 442 | $3,360 |
| 2023 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 | 395 | $2,920 |
| 2023 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 18 | 24 | 21 | 433 | $3,200 |
| 2022 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 | 395 | $2,920 |
| 2022 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 | 429 | $3,200 |
| 2021 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 | 395 | $2,920 |
| 2021 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 | 428 | $3,200 |
| 2020 | Telluride FWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 | 395 | $2,920 |
| 2020 | Telluride AWD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 | 426 | $3,200 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2027 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volvo EX60 P6 electric | 118 | 125 | 110 |
| 2027 Cadillac OPTIQ RWD 11kW Charger | 105 | 117 | 93 |
| 2027 Volvo EX90 (21 Inch Wheels) | 98 | 104 | 91 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 9 RWD | 92 | 103 | 81 |
| 2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue | 34 | 33 | 35 |
| 2027 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD | 24 | 22 | 26 |
All Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Kia Telluride?
The most efficient Kia Telluride the EPA has rated is the 2027 Telluride FE Hybrid at 35 MPG combined (34 city, 36 highway).
What MPG does the 2027 Kia Telluride get?
2027 Kia Telluride trims range from 19 to 35 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Kia Telluride has the worst fuel economy?
The 2027 Telluride X-Pro is the lowest rated at 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Kia Telluride for a year?
At $4.48 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2027 Kia Telluride to fuel is the Telluride FE Hybrid, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid (35 MPG) at $1,920 a year. The Telluride X-Pro, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $3,540, so the thriftier trim saves $1,620 a year and $8,100 over five years.
More from Kia: every Kia model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.