2025 Kia Telluride Review

 What's New for the 2025 Kia Telluride?

The 2025 Kia Telluride continues to set the bar high in the three-row midsize SUV segment, offering luxury-like amenities, bold design, and smart technology. Returning unchanged from the popular 2024 model, the Telluride remains a top choice for families and adventurers in the Highland Park and North Shore area.

Under the hood, every 2025 Telluride is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 291 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Most trims come standard with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available—and it's standard on the SX Prestige trim, which also includes an adaptive suspension and traction-enhancing features for enhanced performance on Chicago's varied road conditions.

What Makes the 2025 Telluride's Design Stand Out?

The Telluride's bold and boxy stance is both modern and rugged, making a lasting impression from every angle in Highland Park and beyond. The front end features a square interpretation of Kia's signature grille, flanked by triple-rectangle LED headlight elements. Sculpted side panels and a tall silhouette give the SUV its commanding road presence.

Key available exterior features across trims include dual sunroofs, roof rails, up to 20-inch alloy wheels, all-season tires, a hands-free smart power liftgate, and a tow hitch. Other features include power-folding side mirrors, keyless entry, and sleek chrome or blacked-out trim options.

This SUV blends practicality with head-turning design—perfect for cruising Sheridan Road or packing up for weekend escapes.

What Interior Features and Tech Come with the 2025 Kia Telluride?

The Telluride cabin combines luxury, technology, and space, offering seating for up to eight with second-row captain's chairs available. Even the entry-level LX trim is well-equipped with premium features that elevate every drive through Lake County.

Standard features on the Telluride LX include push-button start, synthetic leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a large 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Safety tech includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot warning, and navigation-based smart cruise control.

Higher trims like the EX, SX, and SX Prestige offer upscale upgrades such as heated and ventilated front and rear seats, leather upholstery, second-row captain's chairs, a Harman Kardon® premium audio system, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a head-up display. Other available features include a surround-view monitor, blind-spot view camera, custom ambient lighting, driver memory settings, a wireless phone charger, a household-style power outlet, and more.

From weekday errands to weekend road trips, the Telluride is built to keep families connected and comfortable.

 2025 Kia Telluride for Sale in Highland Park, IL

Ready to see why the 2025 Kia Telluride is one of the most awarded SUVs in its class? Visit McGrath Kia of Highland Park, where our friendly and knowledgeable team will walk you through trims, packages, and special offers. We serve drivers from Highland Park, Deerfield, Evanston, and the greater North Shore area with transparent pricing and a no-pressure experience.