The Last First-Generation Telluride · 3.8L V6
2026 Kia Telluride
$36,390 MSRP* To Start · Seats 7–8 · Tows Up To 5,000 lb (5,500 lb X-Pro)
This is the same trusted 291-hp 3.8L V6 three-row entering its final production year before a brand-new second generation takes over — and it still comes with Kia’s Highway Driving Assist 1.5 safety suite across all ten trims, from the value-focused LX to the trail-ready X-Pro. Buy any new Telluride at Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, right on US-98, and you get upfront pricing plus factory warranty.
Awards & Accolades
For six straight years, it’s been Kia’s most-decorated nameplate — the first-generation Telluride is going out at its peak, and Hattiesburg shoppers still get to take home the last of them.
Kelley Blue Book
Best Buy, 6 Straight Years
Every single year the first-generation Telluride qualified, KBB named it the 3-Row Midsize SUV Best Buy — near-luxury feel, honest price tag.
IIHS
Top Safety Pick+, 3 Years Running
Three years running (2023–2025), the Telluride claimed IIHS’s top honor, thanks largely to its standard driver-assist suite.
World Car Awards
World Car of the Year
The Telluride took this crown back in 2020, adding to its MotorTrend SUV of the Year and North American Utility of the Year wins.
Car and Driver
10Best, Multiple Years
It’s landed on the 10Best list more than once — the yardstick every other three-row SUV has been measured against since 2020.
Dean McCrary Exclusive
Factory Warranty, Included
No time limit on the powertrain coverage — it comes free with every new Telluride here, stacked on top of Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile factory warranty.
The Full Price Ladder
Here’s the starting MSRP for every 2026 Telluride trim, from the LX all the way to the flagship SX Prestige X-Pro.
2026 Telluride — V6 MSRP*
LX (FWD)$36,390
S (FWD)$39,390
EX (FWD)$42,090
SX (FWD)$46,190
EX X-Line (AWD)$46,485
EX X-Pro (AWD)$47,385
SX X-Line (AWD)$49,885
SX Prestige (AWD)$51,390
SX Prestige X-Line (AWD)$52,785
SX Prestige X-Pro (AWD)$53,685
Where AWD is optional (S, EX, SX), it adds $2,000. Figures exclude $1,545 destination.
No 2026 Redesign — Here’s Why
Rather than publish new-year pricing, Kia carried the final first-generation V6 SUV through the entire 2026 selling season without a distinct model-year update. A fully redesigned second-generation Telluride — the brand’s first-ever Telluride Hybrid included — is set to arrive for model year 2027.
So the pricing you see above is Kia’s last officially published Telluride price sheet, and it matches exactly what’s sitting on the lot at our Hattiesburg store today — proven value next to the pricier redesigned 2027.
The Proven 3.8L V6
There’s no turbo and no hybrid here — just the same naturally-aspirated V6 that’s powered every Telluride since 2020, now in its final year of production, still hauling families up and down US-49 and US-98.
3.8L V6 — Standard & Only Powertrain
Power291 hp
Torque262 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
Max Towing5,000 lb (5,500 lb X-Pro)
EPA MPG (FWD)20 / 26 / 22
EPA MPG (AWD)18 / 23 / 20
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Second-row side airbags and the Highway Driving Assist 1.5 driver-assist suite come standard across the whole lineup, LX through X-Pro — a welcome assist in the traffic where I-59 and US-98 meet downtown.
Built for the Backroads
Telluride X-Line & X-Pro
Whether it’s Pine Belt backroads or a weekend drive out past Petal or Purvis — here are two adventure-ready takes on the final first-generation Telluride, each with AWD built in.
Adventure Styling · Standard AWD
X-Line
- AWD standard, paired with a more rugged, adventure-styled look
- Distinctive dark-finish wheels, blacked-out trim, and roof rails
- Offered on the EX, SX & SX Prestige
- Usually just a small step up from the equivalent AWD trim
Trail-Ready · Standard AWD
X-Pro
- 8.4" of ground clearance, 0.4" above other trims
- Factory all-terrain tires mounted on 18-inch wheels
- Towing capacity up to 5,500 lb, the Telluride’s top rating
- Offered only on EX & SX Prestige (there’s no plain SX X-Pro)
Unsure which trim is yours? · Takes about two minutes
Answer three quick questions, and we’ll steer you toward your Telluride.
01 · Who rides along?
02 · Where does it take you?
03 · What matters most?
Finish all three and we’ll reveal your recommended trim — with pricing a single tap away.
Your match
Telluride
Why Hattiesburg Shoppers Buy Their Telluride at Dean McCrary Kia
No Games
Upfront, Transparent Pricing
What you see is what you pay — no dealer addendums, no last-minute add-ons sprung on you at signing.
5-Year / 60,000-Mile Basic Warranty
Every new Kia is also covered by a 5-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance — bumper-to-bumper peace of mind from the day you drive off.
Learn More Trade UpReal Trade-In Values
Get a solid figure for what you’re driving now in just minutes online, whether you’re coming from Petal or Purvis, and roll it right into your Telluride purchase.
Every Credit TierFinancing That Fits
Whether it’s your first car loan or you’ve got great credit — our finance team shops every lender to land you the best rate.
Questions About the Telluride?
Weighing your trim options, curious why there’s no separate 2026 redesign, or just want to know what’s on the lot? Ask our Kia product specialists anything — straight answers, zero pressure, zero obligation.
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2026 Telluride FAQs
How Much Does the 2026 Kia Telluride Cost?⌄
Pricing for the 2026 Telluride begins at $36,390 MSRP for the LX and climbs to $53,685 for the flagship SX Prestige X-Pro, not counting $1,545 destination. Check live Telluride inventory to see today’s transaction pricing after current offers.
Does A Genuine 2026 Kia Telluride Exist?⌄
Kia skipped a separate 2026 model-year redesign for the Telluride — instead, the automaker kept selling the final first-generation model, 3.8L V6 and all, through 2026 before launching an entirely new second-generation Telluride for 2027. What’s shown here is Kia’s last official Telluride price sheet, and it matches what’s actually sitting on the lot at Dean McCrary Kia right now.
Which 2026 Telluride Trim Offers the Best Value?⌄
For most families, that’s the EX — better cabin materials and more standard tech at a mid-ladder price, plus it’s where both the X-Line and X-Pro packages start. Looking for the flagship experience instead? The SX Prestige adds Nappa leather, a head-up display, and a heated/ventilated second row.
What’s the Towing Capacity of the 2026 Telluride?⌄
Most trims handle up to 5,000 pounds properly equipped, while the X-Pro climbs to 5,500 pounds, pairing that towing bump with 8.4 inches of ground clearance — 0.4 inch above other trims.
How Do X-Line and X-Pro Differ?⌄
X-Line is the adventure-styling package — AWD standard, blacked-out trim, and roof rails — offered on the EX, SX, and SX Prestige. X-Pro brings genuine hardware instead: all-terrain tires and 8.4" of ground clearance, good for up to 5,500 lb of towing, though it’s limited to the EX and SX Prestige (there’s no plain SX X-Pro). Shop X-Pro inventory.
Where’s the Nearest 2026 Telluride to Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia is located at 7124 US Hwy 98 in Hattiesburg, right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 come together, with the final first-generation Telluride lineup on the lot for shoppers from Petal, Oak Grove, and Purvis across Forrest and Lamar counties. Every new Telluride comes with upfront pricing plus factory warranty.
Your 2026 Telluride Is In Stock
Browse the final first-generation V6 Telluride, LX through SX Prestige X-Pro, in live inventory, or ask our product specialists a question.
*MSRP does not include $1,545 destination and handling, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. Where AWD is optional on S, EX, and SX, it adds $2,000. Kia did not issue separate 2026 model-year Telluride pricing; the figures here reflect the last officially published first-generation price sheet. Pricing and offers are subject to change — confirm current pricing with the dealer. Awards reflect the first-generation Telluride nameplate (2020–2025).
2026 Kia Telluride For Sale Near Hattiesburg, MS — Dean McCrary Kia
Dean McCrary Kia is proudly based in Hattiesburg’s Hub City — right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all converge — stocking the final first-generation Kia Telluride for shoppers across the Pine Belt, from Petal and Oak Grove to Purvis, Columbia, and Sumrall. This proven Telluride seats up to eight, with a standard 291-hp 3.8L V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission.
2026 Telluride Trims
The lineup covers LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige, along with X-Line versions of EX, SX, and SX Prestige plus X-Pro versions of EX and SX Prestige. MSRP spans $36,390 to $53,685, not counting destination.
Telluride Towing & Capability
Properly equipped Tellurides tow up to 5,000 pounds; step up to X-Pro models and that rises to 5,500 pounds, with 8.4 inches of ground clearance and all-terrain tires thrown in — handy for the gravel roads outside Hattiesburg toward Sumrall or Columbia. Second-row side airbags and Highway Driving Assist 1.5 come standard on every 2026 Telluride.