Kia Prices 2027 Telluride Hybrid Under $47,000

- The 2027 Telluride's hybrid powertrain will feature a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 329 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque. This is a significant increase over the 291 horsepower of the previous generation's V6 engine. - For the 2027 model year, the standard gasoline-only Telluride will also be updated to a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which produces 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. - The Telluride Hybrid has a slightly lower towing capacity than its gas-powered counterpart, rated at 4,500 pounds compared to the 5,000 pounds for the standard model. - This model marks a significant step in Kia's broader strategy to expand its hybrid lineup, aiming for nine hybrid models by 2028 and for electrified vehicles to represent 58% of total sales by 2030. - The 2027 Telluride has grown in size compared to previous models, with a 2.7-inch longer wheelbase and a 2.3-inch increase in overall length, resulting in more legroom for the second and third rows. - Production of the 2027 Telluride Hybrid has begun at Kia's facility in West Point, Georgia, making it the first hybrid electric vehicle to be assembled in the state. - Potential competitors for the 2027 Telluride Hybrid include the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, with an estimated combined MPG of up to 36, and the Hyundai Palisade Hybrid, which shares a similar powertrain with the Telluride. - New available interior features for the 2027 Telluride lineup include a redesigned cabin with a panoramic curved display, and for the first time, the option of heated third-row seats.