2021 Kia Telluride

$1,000
from
740
listings
$1K–$52K
price range
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Low$1,000
High$52,000
From$1,000
Avg Mileage82,095 mi
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Sourced from 740 active dealer listings as of

2021 Kia Telluride Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,000
$1K–$52K
740 listings82,095 avg miles
EX
From$1,000
2,084 listings|$1K–$55K
EX X-Line
From$24,241
2,028 listings|$24K–$56K
LX
From$1,000
691 listings|$1K–$57K
S
From$8,900
3,451 listings|$9K–$55K
SX
From$9,000
2,012 listings|$9K–$59K
SX Prestige
From$25,500
412 listings|$26K–$61K
SX Prestige X-Line
From$10,900
1,141 listings|$11K–$63K
SX Prestige X-Pro
From$28,500
1,542 listings|$29K–$69K
SX X-Line
From$28,980
2,636 listings|$29K–$63K
SX X-Pro
From$27,952
727 listings|$28K–$64K
X-Line EX
From$47,602
605 listings|$48K–$80K
X-Line SX Prestige
From$49,085
2,191 listings|$49K–$66K

2021 Kia Telluride Pricing

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Kia Telluride Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 307 complaints for the 2021 Kia Telluride, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

4
Recalls
307
Complaints
7
Crashes
4
Fires
Recall Findings
21V1640002021-11-03
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.

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22V6260002022-15-08
TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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24V2140002024-20-03
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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.

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

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24V4070002024-05-06
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

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.

A fire increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 307 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other problems are the most common for the 2021 Kia Telluride. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other64
02Visibility/wiper51
03Engine32
04Structure19
05Visibility14
307 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Telluride Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined
·
19-20city
·
24-26hwy
·
$1,900-$2,100/yr

The 2021 Kia Telluride delivers 21 to 23 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Telluride FWD - Automatic (S8)
23mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Telluride AWD - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 Kia Telluride

35States

Texas has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

Buying a 2021 Kia Telluride?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2021 Kia Telluride a good car to buy?

The 2021 Kia Telluride has 4 recalls on record. There are 4 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is unknown or other, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Kia Telluride?

There are 4 documented recalls for the 2021 Kia Telluride. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 Kia Telluride?

Fuel economy ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $217 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2021 Kia Telluride?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the number-one complaint area for the 2021 Kia Telluride, based on 307 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2021 compare to other Kia Telluride years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Kia Telluride model years. Visit the Kia Telluride buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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