"These awards from MAMA prove that Telluride meets – and exceeds – the needs of families that are looking for a comfortable, capable and affordable 3-row SUV," said Eric Watson, vice president, sales, Kia America. "Telluride continues to raise the bar for family SUVs thanks to its sophisticated design, refined and roomy interior and advanced technology. Add a hybrid powertrain to that list and Telluride's overall value is unmatched within the industry."
The completely redesigned 2027 Telluride offers bold styling, available three-row seating, generous cargo capacity, and a suite of advanced driver assistance systemsi. In addition, Telluride is engineered to meet the needs of modern families with premium interior materials, intuitive infotainment, available all-wheel driveii, and available hybrid powertrain, further enhancing its appeal for daily driving and long-distance travel alike.
The annual MAMA Fall Fest brings together automotive media and manufacturers for vehicle evaluations on public roads. Awards are determined by voting from MAMA's membership of automotive journalists.
About Kia America:
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2026. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs proudly assembled in America*.
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