Kia Telluride MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Kia Telluride model year from 2020 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Telluride has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2027 (up to 35 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Kia Telluride fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 19–35 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $50,115 | 6,921 listings |
| 2025 | 20–22 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $46,135 | 2,920 listings |
| 2024 | 20–22 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $38,788 | 1,222 listings |
| 2023 | 21–23 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $33,672 | 1,271 listings |
| 2022 | 21–23 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $28,778 | 1,148 listings |
| 2021 | 21–23 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $23,996 | 769 listings |
| 2020 | 21–23 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | $20,790 | 1,031 listings |
2027 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2027 Telluride was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 35 MPG. Used 2027 models currently list for a median of $50,115 on VehiSales (6,921 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FE Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 34 | 36 | 35 MPG |
| Telluride Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 32 | 34 | 33 MPG |
| Telluride Hybrid AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 30 | 32 | 31 MPG |
| Telluride FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Telluride X-Pro | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2025 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2025 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $46,135 on VehiSales (2,920 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2024 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2024 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $38,788 on VehiSales (1,222 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2023 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2023 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $33,672 on VehiSales (1,271 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 21 MPG |
2022 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2022 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $28,778 on VehiSales (1,148 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
2021 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2021 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $23,996 on VehiSales (769 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
2020 Kia Telluride: engines & MPG
The 2020 Telluride was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $20,790 on VehiSales (1,031 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Kia Telluride get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Telluride range from 22 to 35 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2027 model year.
What engines does the 2027 Kia Telluride have?
The 2027 Telluride was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl engines — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Kia Telluride require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric Telluride?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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