2026 Kia Telluride · A Little More Style
Telluride S
Starting at $39,390 MSRP* · 7-Passenger Seating · AWD Available (+$2,000)
A more athletic exterior, captain’s chairs in the second row for seven total seats, and an available AWD upgrade — the S moves up from the LX on the final first-generation V6 Telluride without crossing into premium territory.
$39,390MSRP — $3,000 above the LX
7seats with captain’s chairs
+$2,000to add AWD
Sportierlook outside
HDA 1.5standard driver assistance
291hp 3.8L V6 · 8-speed auto
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What S Adds Over LX
You keep everything the LX offers, then add a sportier presence and a second row that flexes more.
Styling
Sportier Look
Compared with the LX, the S turns up the exterior presence with a more athletic design treatment.
Seating
2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs
In place of the LX’s 3-across bench, individual captain’s chairs land in row two — seven seats total, with an easier path back to row three.
Drivetrain
AWD Available (+$2,000)
The S, unlike the LX, can be built with all-wheel drive for $2,000 — handy on rain-slicked Pine Belt back roads or when towing a trailer now and then.
Carryover
Same Proven V6
Power stays exactly the same, with the 291-hp 3.8L V6 and 8-speed automatic carrying over — this step up is about style and seating, not muscle.
S 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
Seating7 — 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs
StylingSportier Exterior Treatment
InfotainmentWireless CarPlay & Android Auto
ClimateTri-Zone Automatic
Driver AssistHighway Driving Assist 1.5
Where S Fits
Right in the middle of the entry tier — a step up from the LX, a step below the EX.
LX
MSRP*$36,390
DrivetrainFWD Only
Seating8 — Bench 2nd Row
S
MSRP*$39,390
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
Seating7 — Captain’s Chairs
EX
MSRP*$42,090
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$2,000
CabinNicer Materials, More Tech
Choose S If…
You’d like captain’s chairs and a sportier exterior than the LX, with AWD available, for a moderate price bump.
Choose LX or EX Instead If…
You’re after the lowest possible price (the LX) or nicer cabin materials with X-Line/X-Pro eligibility (the EX).
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S FAQs
How Much Does the 2026 Telluride S Cost?⌄
Pricing on the 2026 Kia Telluride S begins at $39,390 MSRP, before the $1,545 destination charge — that’s $3,000 more than the LX. Check live S inventory for today’s price with current offers applied.
What Do You Get With the S That the LX Doesn’t Have?⌄
A sportier exterior look, second-row captain’s chairs replacing the LX’s 3-across bench for seven total seats, and the choice to add AWD for $2,000 — layered on top of everything the LX already includes.
Is There Actually a True 2026 Kia Telluride S?⌄
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 S 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 S Near Hattiesburg?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia at 7124 US Hwy 98 sits along the very highway that gave Hattiesburg its nickname — a short drive from Petal, Oak Grove, Columbia, and the rest of Forrest, Lamar, and Covington counties for the S and the rest of the final first-generation Telluride lineup. 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 S. 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 S Near Hattiesburg, MS
Parked on US-98 in Hattiesburg’s Hub City, Dean McCrary Kia pulls in shoppers from Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties — Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Columbia, and beyond. From $39,390 MSRP, the S combines the standard 291-hp 3.8L V6 and 8-speed automatic with a sportier exterior, 2nd-row captain’s chairs for 7-passenger seating, and an optional $2,000 AWD upgrade. 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.