Midsize SUVs · ON generation
Think twice Well below average
It scores 18 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $21,028 to own, including $2,663 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Kia Telluride.
Reliability
18/100
Well below average
Repairs, 5 years
$2,663
at 12,000 mi a year
Fuel, 5 years
$9,273
22 mpg, $3.40/gal
Price today
$31,622
$27,828 – $35,417, estimate
Recalls
5
on record
Owner complaints
225
filed with NHTSA
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Telluride vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.
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Of the years we rate, the 2022 scores best (31/100) and the 2020 worst (9/100).
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | 18/100 |
| 2023 | 24/100 |
| 2022 | 31/100 |
| 2021 | 28/100 |
| 2020 | 9/100 |
Yes. It scores 18 out of 100, among the least reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024.
It scores 18 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is well below average. Based on 225 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,663 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
About $21,028 over 5 years: $9,092 in lost value, $2,663 in repairs and $9,273 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $31,622 today.
Of the years we rate, the 2022 scores best (31/100) and the 2020 worst (9/100).
5 recalls on record with NHTSA.