Stop settling for ordinary three-row SUVs that all look the same and drive even worse. The 2023 Kia Telluride EX is the one everyones been chasingand for good reason. This is where bold design, real capability, and premium comfort come together in a way the competition still cant match. If youve been waiting for the right SUV to show up, this is it. And its not going to sit here long.
Under the hood, youve got a proven 3.8L V6 pushing out strong, confident power through a smooth-shifting automatic transmission. Whether you're merging onto the highway, loading up the family for a road trip, or just handling your daily grind, this Telluride delivers clean acceleration and a ride that stays composed no matter what you throw at it. Its not just capableits consistent, and thats what matters.
The exterior design is aggressive, modern, and impossible to ignore. Kia didnt hold back with the Telluride. The bold front grille, sharp LED lighting, and strong body lines give it a presence that stands out in every parking lot. This is the SUV people walk up to and ask about. It looks expensivebecause it feels expensive.
Step inside the EX trim and you immediately understand why this SUV dominates its class. Premium leather seating, heated and ventilated front seats, a power sunroof, and a massive touchscreen display all come standard. The layout is clean, upscale, and designed for real life. Theres room for up to eight passengers, and unlike smaller SUVs, everyone actually has space to breathe. Second-row comfort is just as important as the front, and the third row is ready when you need it.
Technology is exactly where it should befast, intuitive, and loaded. You get navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, a premium sound system, and a full suite of driver-assist features including blind-spot monitoring, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and a backup camera. This is the kind of setup that makes every drive easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
Lets talk realityTellurides dont last. Especially clean, well-equipped EX models like this. Demand is still high, inventory is always tight, and the people who know what theyre looking at dont hesitate. If youre serious about upgrading into something that checks every boxspace, performance, style, and valueyoure looking at it right now.
You can keep browsing and risk missing out, or you can make the move and lock it down before someone else does. The 2023 Kia Telluride EX is the SUV people regret waiting on. Dont be that person.
Used 2023 KiaTelluride EX
- Exterior Color
- Midnight Lake Blue
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 139,355 miles
- Body/Seating
- EX FWD/7 seats
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- 6
- VIN
- 5XYP34GC9PG384054
- Stock Number
- HG2456A
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Lane departure
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Included Packages & Accessories
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC w/S&G)
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: 911 Connect
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Moonroof sunshade: manual
- Navigation system
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote engine start
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trunk/hatch auto-latch
- Voice recorder
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 245/50VR20.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 245/50VR20.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 20"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 12.3"
- Radio data system
- Rear audio controls
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless Phone Charger: front
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- 3rd row seats: split-bench
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Max seating capacity: 7
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power 2-way passenger lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bucket
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Reclining 3rd row seat
- Seat Upholstery: leather
- Split folding rear seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: V-6
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 3.8L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 20mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 26mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 18.8gal.
- Horsepower: 291hp @ 6,000RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Limited slip differential: brake actuated
- Manual-shift auto: Sportmatic
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 24
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 262 lb.-ft. @ 5,200RPM
- Transmission: 8 speed automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 17 deg
- Departure angle: 22 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 203mm (8.0")
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Power liftgate
- Rear cargo: power liftgate
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Trailer sway control
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- 3rd row headroom: 968mm (38.1")
- 3rd row hiproom: 1,110mm (43.7")
- 3rd row legroom: 798mm (31.4")
- 3rd row shoulder room: 1,405mm (55.3")
- Compression ratio: 13.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,875kg (4,134lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 96.0mm x 87.1mm (3.78" x 3.43")
- Engine displacement: 3.8 L
- Engine torque: 262 lb.-ft. @ 5,200RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,989mm (78.3")
- Exterior height: 1,750mm (68.9")
- Exterior length: 5,001mm (196.9")
- Front headroom: 1,003mm (39.5")
- Front hiproom: 1,496mm (58.9")
- Front legroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,565mm (61.6")
- GVWR: 2,620kg (5,776lbs)
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 2,464 L (87 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 595 L (21 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 4,449L (157.1 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 1,021mm (40.2")
- Rear hiproom: 1,473mm (58.0")
- Rear legroom: 1,077mm (42.4")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,554mm (61.2")
- Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.9m (19.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,901mm (114.2")
- 2nd row sun blinds
- Appearance: analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: warning
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) w/ Lane Following Assist (LFA) active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: Parking Distance Warning rear
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Traffic sign information
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) mitigation w/left turn assist
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA) mitigation
- Rear side impact airbag
- Security system
- Tracker system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
So Far So Good
By Bob N on 3/17/2026 4:23:53 AM
Pros: 1.) Ride and a quiet cabin rival any luxury sedan I've owned. 2.) Comfortable, stylish, spacious cabin. 3.) Loaded with the latest technology and all the bells and whistles i.e. surround cameras, power inverters, stop & lock, control of radio, navigation, and climate control have direct button control instead of going through endless layers of menus on a screen. Heated and cooled seats 1st and 2nd rows ect.......ect.....ect. 4.) Smooth transmission and strong brakes 5.) Great visibility 6.) Overall competes with the luxury SUV makers (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Lexas) in every way except about 20k cheaper. Cons: 1.) Only one engine available, although it is competent with 291 hp I would prefer and engine with more acceleration and torque. I question its performance towing a trailer up a steep grade. 2.) The second row captain chairs are heated/cooled but are not power In summation: The vehicle provides looks, styling, performance and comfort all in a reasonably priced package. So far depending on how dependable it proves to be I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. My best recommendation is for you to test drive one and see for yourself! - 5.0
100% Satisfied
By Alan on 1/18/2026 4:11:07 PM
I purchased my Telluride shortly after it was introduced. I have now owned it for almost 7 years. It has about 86,000 miles on it. I have had NOT ONE ISSUE with my Telluride over these 7 years. Not one item has broken. No squeaks or rattles. All the interior and exterior trim pieces are in great shape. Love the engine and transmission. Good power, smooth shifting and I average 24 mpg. Love it. - 4.0
Love Everything About It. We had two issues.
By Tom W on 12/1/2025 10:02:58 PM
2023 Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro – Owner Review Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) We own the top-of-the-line SX-Prestige X-Pro in white with the light brown Nappa leather interior, and after 30 months and 32,000 miles, it has proven to be one of the most enjoyable vehicles we’ve ever had. We have a long history with Lexus (three RX300s, plus a 2006 LX we still own), so we’re accustomed to very high build quality. I wouldn’t say the Telluride reaches Lexus standards in pure craftsmanship—but it strikes a compelling balance of design, technology, comfort, and value that keeps us coming back. This is our second Telluride, and we’re already thinking about a 2027. Driving Experience The Telluride is an absolute pleasure on long trips—we drive from Wisconsin to Florida and back, and it’s smooth, quiet, and extremely comfortable. Driver-assist features make highway travel feel effortless, and in many situations the vehicle practically steers itself. The X-Pro’s ride quality and composed handling make it feel more premium than its price would suggest. Interior & Features Kia’s tech suite is a major reason we enjoy this vehicle. The cabin design feels upscale, and the Nappa leather interior looks and feels fantastic. Everything from the infotainment system to the safety tech is modern, intuitive, and feature-rich. For families, it checks every box: space, comfort, visibility, charging ports, and thoughtful convenience touches. Looks & Design One of the Telluride’s strengths is its presence. It has the stance and visual appeal of a Range Rover, with the day-to-day drivability of a Lexus. The Calligraphy edition of the Palisade also has our attention, but the Telluride still holds the edge in styling—clean, modern, and confident. Reliability & Issues We did experience two significant problems: a full replacement of the front instrument cluster and a rear differential replacement. The latter is a known issue on some Tellurides, and oil consumption has been reported by other owners as well. Our dealership covered everything under warranty and provided a loaner, but the repairs kept our vehicle in the shop for 32 days. The estimated cost outside warranty would have been about $7,200—so Kia’s warranty really matters. Value What keeps us loyal is the “sweet spot” Kia hits. If you imagine a Venn diagram of quality, price, design, and modern features, the Telluride sits right in the overlap. It may not match Lexus in long-term durability, but the overall package—and especially the warranty—creates tremendous value. It’s a luxury-level family hauler without the luxury-brand premium. Would We Buy Again? Yes. This is our second Telluride, and we’re considering replacing it with a 2027 model. The combination of comfort, technology, styling, and warranty coverage is hard to beat.
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All prices shown exclude taxes, title, license and $251.05 IN doc fee. Dealer will not honor pricing errors displayed here. Vehicle with advertised incentives and discounts available for purchase at the time of posting, subject to published qualifications for applicable incentives. Pricing is subject to changes as a result of expiration or change to manufacturer incentives and other discounts, manufacturer model/option changes, and market adjustment.