Kia Telluride I (ON)
Built on a reinforced unibody platform, the Kia Telluride revolutionized the three-row family SUV segment with rugged exterior proportions, class-leading interior passenger room, and standard Kia Drive Wise active safety.
Generation Quick Facts: The Kia Telluride I (ON) was manufactured from 2020 – present (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 291 to 291 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 23.0 MPG combined (3.8L Lambda II V6 FWD).
Power range
291 hp
Best combined
23 MPG
Length
5.00 m
01Decision support
Which Telluride I (ON) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
3.8L Lambda II V6 FWD
23.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 9% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Telluride I (ON).
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 3.8L Lambda II V6 FWDPetrol | 3.8L Lambda II V6 AWDPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Lambda II 3.8 GDI | Lambda II 3.8 GDI |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 3.8L (3,778 cc) | 3.8L (3,778 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 291 hp / 217 kW | 291 hp / 217 kW |
| Torque | 355 Nm / 262 lb-ft | 355 Nm / 262 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | — |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) |
| Combined | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,980 kg (4,365 lbs) | 2,050 kg (4,519 lbs) |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2020+ | 2020+ |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
5,000 mm
196.9 in
Width
1,990 mm
78.3 in
Height
1,750 mm
68.9 in
Wheelbase
2,900 mm
114.2 in
Curb weight spans 1,980–2,050 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Telluride I (ON): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Kia Telluride I (ON)?
The Kia Telluride I (ON) lineup offers 2 petrol: 3.8L Lambda II V6 FWD (291 hp), 3.8L Lambda II V6 AWD (291 hp).
What is the most fuel-efficient Kia Telluride I (ON) trim?
The 3.8L Lambda II V6 FWD delivers the highest fuel economy at 23.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 21–23 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Kia Telluride I (ON)?
The Kia Telluride I (ON) was produced from 2020 – present, spanning the following model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Kia Telluride I (ON)?
5000 mm long, 1990 mm wide, 1750 mm tall on a 2900 mm wheelbase (196.9 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Kia TellurideCertification data, 2020–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2020 Kia Telluride, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Kia official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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