2026 Kia Telluride · Best-Value Pick
Telluride EX
Starting at $42,090 MSRP* · AWD Available (+$2,000) · Where X-Line & X-Pro Begin
Step up from the S with richer cabin trim and a deeper standard tech list, and this is where the X-Line and X-Pro builds of the outgoing first-generation V6 Telluride become available. Around the Pine Belt, most families land here — it’s the lineup’s sweet spot.
$42,090MSRP — the value pick
Nicercabin trim than the S
+$2,000to add AWD
X-Line& X-Pro begin here
HDA 1.5standard driver assistance
291hp 3.8L V6 · 8-speed auto
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What EX Adds Over S
This is the value sweet spot on the trim ladder — and the gateway into the lineup’s two adventure-ready packages.
Cabin
Nicer Materials
Front to back, the EX’s cabin swaps in nicer materials than the S for a more upscale feel.
Convenience
More Standard Tech
Extra convenience tech beyond the S smooths out both the daily commute and the long haul.
Packages
X-Line & X-Pro Start Here
Want adventure styling or trail-ready hardware? The EX is where both the X-Line and the X-Pro become available — you won’t find either on the LX or S.
Drivetrain
AWD Available (+$2,000)
Just like the S, all-wheel drive runs $2,000 over the standard front-wheel-drive setup.
EX Specs
Powertrain & Capability
Engine3.8L V6 — 291 hp / 262 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
EPA MPG (FWD / AWD)20/26/22 · 18/23/20
Max TowingUp to 5,000 lb, properly equipped
Standard Equipment & Packages
CabinUpgraded Materials vs S
Convenience TechExpanded vs S
X-Line PackageAvailable
X-Pro PackageAvailable
Driver AssistHighway Driving Assist 1.5
Where EX Fits
It sits above the S for materials and tech, below the SX in price, and unlocks two packages neither of those trims offers.
S
MSRP*$39,390
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
X-Line / X-ProNot Offered
EX
MSRP*$42,090
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
X-Line / X-ProBoth Available
SX
MSRP*$46,190
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
X-Line / X-ProX-Line Only
Choose EX If…
You’re after the best value in the lineup, with the option to layer on X-Line adventure styling or X-Pro trail hardware when you build it.
Choose S or SX Instead If…
You’d rather have the lowest price with captain’s chairs (the S), or premium tech just one step below the flagship (the SX).
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EX FAQs
How Much Does the 2026 Telluride EX Cost?⌄
Pricing on the 2026 Kia Telluride EX begins at $42,090 MSRP, before the $1,545 destination charge — that’s $2,700 more than the S. Check live EX inventory for today’s price with current offers applied.
What Do You Get With the EX That the S Doesn’t Have?⌄
Better cabin materials and a longer list of standard convenience tech than the S — plus the EX opens the door to both the X-Line and X-Pro packages, neither of which is available on the LX or S.
Is There Actually a True 2026 Kia Telluride EX?⌄
Kia skipped a standalone 2026 model-year update — instead, the automaker kept selling the outgoing first-generation Telluride, 3.8L V6 and all, through the 2026 season before launching an all-new second-generation model for 2027. The EX pricing here reflects Kia’s final published Telluride price sheet, which lines up with what’s actually on the lot at Dean McCrary Kia right now.
Where’s the Nearest Place to Buy a 2026 Telluride EX Near Hattiesburg?⌄
You’ll find Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg at 7124 US Hwy 98, right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all converge, stocking the EX along with the rest of the final first-generation Telluride lineup for shoppers coming from Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, including Petal, Columbia, and Laurel. Every new Telluride arrives with upfront pricing and factory warranty.
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*MSRP does not include the $1,545 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. AWD is a $2,000 add on the EX. Kia did not issue separate 2026 model-year Telluride pricing; the figures above come from the last officially published first-generation price sheet. Pricing and offers are subject to change — confirm current pricing with the dealer.
Shopping a 2026 Kia Telluride EX Near Hattiesburg, MS
Rooted right in Hattiesburg’s Hub City, where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all meet, Dean McCrary Kia serves 2026 Telluride EX shoppers across the Pine Belt — from Petal and Oak Grove to Purvis, Columbia, and towns beyond. From $42,090 MSRP, the EX pairs the standard 291-hp 3.8L V6 and 8-speed automatic with cabin upgrades and extra convenience tech over the S, and you can still add AWD for $2,000 or move into the X-Line or X-Pro package. Worth noting: rather than issuing a fresh 2026 redesign, Kia kept this final first-generation Telluride in production through the 2026 model year, with an all-new second-generation version arriving for 2027.