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2027 Kia Telluride X-Line (LQ2)
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Kia Telluride MPG & Fuel Cost by Year

7 model years · 2020–2027

22 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
City
26 MPG
Highway
Annual cost · MY2027 Telluride 2.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD
$2,950

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

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Kia Telluride fuel economy at a glance

EPA has rated the Kia Telluride for 7 model years, 2020 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 19–35 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 6 configurations rated 19–35 MPG combined and costing $1,880–$3,470 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2020 is the 2027 FE Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD, at 35 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.

Kia Telluride MPG by year

1520253035 20202027 Gas Hybrid 1520253035 20202027 Gas Hybrid
Combined MPG: the line is the most efficient configuration, the shaded band reaches down to the least efficient. Dotted lines mark new generations.
Kia Telluride: combined fuel economy and annual fuel cost for each model year, grouped by generation
Year Gas (MPG)Hybrid (MPG) $/yr
2027* (LQ2) Generation page
2027 (partial) 19–2231–35 $1,880–$3,470
2020-2025 (ON) Generation page
2025 20–22— $2,920–$3,250
2024 20–22— $2,920–$3,250
2023 21–23— $2,900–$3,180
2022 21–23— $2,900–$3,150
2021 21–23— $2,900–$3,140
2020 21–23— $2,900–$3,130

Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.

Kia Telluride generations

2 generations between 2020 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.

2027 powertrain options

Gas · 2.5L
Combined
19–22 MPG
Per year
$2,950–$3,470
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 2.5L
Combined
31–35 MPG
Per year
$1,880–$2,110
See hybrid configurations
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kia Telluride's gas mileage by year?

EPA combined ratings for the Kia Telluride run 19–35 MPG across model years 2020 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 19–35 MPG.

Which Kia Telluride model year has the best gas mileage?

The 2027 Kia Telluride FE Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2020, at 35 MPG.

How much does a Kia Telluride cost to fuel per year?

For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,880–$3,470 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,880.

Has the Kia Telluride's fuel economy improved over time?

Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 23 MPG in 2020 to 35 MPG in 2027, 12 MPG more.

Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Kia Telluride?

Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2027 to 2027 (31–35 MPG).

How many generations of the Kia Telluride are there?

EPA data covers 2 generations of the Kia Telluride: 2027*, 2020-2025. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.