Kia Telluride Towing Capacity

If you’re in the mood for bigger and better adventures, then the Kia Telluride absolutely deserves a closer look. This SUV has room for the whole family, plenty of cargo space, and a powerful V6 engine that can handle heavy gear with ease. The 2024 Kia Telluride towing capacity varies between 5,000 and 5,500 pounds, depending on which trim you choose.

Ready to configure your new Telluride? Our guide shows you how to reach the maximum Kia Telluride tow rating—and covers the optional features that can help you get more out of every drive.

How Much Can You Tow with a 2024 Kia Telluride?

Most Kia Telluride trim levels can tow up to 5,000 pounds when equipped with the optional tow hitch. The only exceptions are the two X-Pro models, which push this SUV’s maximum capacity to a very impressive 5,500 pounds.

For your ease of reference, we’ve listed each model’s towing capacity right here:

Kia Telluride Towing for Standard Trims

• LX: 5,000 pounds
• S: 5,000 pounds
• EX: 5,000 pounds
• EX X-Line: 5,000 pounds
• SX: 5,000 pounds
• SX X-Line: 5,000 pounds
• SX Prestige: 5,000 pounds
• SX Prestige X-Line: 5,000 pounds

Kia Telluride Towing for X-Pro Trims

• SX X-Pro: 5,500 pounds
• SX Prestige X-Pro: 5,500 pounds

2024 Kia Telluride Tow Package & Options

There isn’t a dedicated Kia Telluride tow package, but there are a number of available features that can make your toughest towing jobs feel a whole lot easier.

• A Kia Telluride tow hitch is available as an accessory. Reach out to our parts department if you’d like one for your vehicle.
• A Tow Mode setting, which includes self-leveling rear suspension, is standard on the EX X-Line, SX X-Line, SX X-Pro, SX Prestige X-Line, and SX Prestige X-Pro.
• X-Line and X-Pro models have 8.4 inches of ground clearance, compared to 8.0 inches for the other trims.
• X-Pro models feature a heavy-duty engine cooling system and all-terrain tires.
• AWD with enhanced traction control is a smart choice for any driver who wants to maximize their control on Los Angeles and Carson roads.

Get Ready for Adventure at Kia of Cerritos!

Now that you’ve had a chance to check out the 2024 Kia Telluride towing capacity, we know that you’ll be itching to get behind the wheel. Although we can’t hook up a trailer for your test drive, you should know that we’re here to help with any and all of your towing questions or concerns. Whether you’re new to towing or you’re wondering if the Telluride can pull your favorite camper, it only takes a moment to reach out!

Ready to upgrade with a new Telluride of your own? Start exploring our current new vehicle specials online, or visit our Cerritos dealership today. We’re easy to reach from anywhere near Orange County, and we always pay top-dollar for trade-ins.

Did you know that the 2022 Kia Telluride tow rating reaches 5,500 pounds when properly equipped? That’s enough to pull all kinds of grownup toys around Cerritos. We delve into the details about the trailering capabilities of the new Telluride below. For instance, what can a Kia Telluride tow with a 5,000-pound capacity? Let’s find out!

2023 Kia Telluride Tow Rating

The Kia Telluride tow rating is pretty consistent across its ten trim levels. Kia has also made sure to make available the accessories you need to fully optimize your towing experience on our Los Angeles roads.

2023 Kia Telluride Tow Rating by Trim

• LX – 5,000 pounds
• S – 5,000 pounds
• EX – 5,000 pounds
• EX X-Line – 5,000 pounds
• SX – 5,000 pounds
• SX X-Line – 5,000 pounds
• SX X-Pro – 5,500 pounds
• SX Prestige – 5,000 pounds
• SX Prestige X-Line – 5,000 pounds
• SX Prestige X-Pro – 5,500 pounds

Kia Telluride Tow Package

• Tow hitch harness 7 pin
• Kia Telluride Tow hitch

Kia Telluride Towing Accessories

• Tow hitch ball attachment
• Tow hitch ball plug

2023 Kia Telluride Performance Specs

Its respectable towing capacity isn’t the only impressive thing about this automobile. This family SUV harbors a powerful V6 engine that can crank out an impressive amount of horsepower. Here are the engine specs:

2023 Kia Telluride Performance Specs

• Engine – 3.8L Lambda V6
• Horsepower – 291 hp @ 6,000 rpm
• Torque – 262 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm

What Can a Kia Telluride Tow?

The 5,500-pound Kia Telluride tow rating opens up Multiple possibilities for Carson drivers. What can a Kia Telluride tow? Here’s a partial list of examples:

What the Kia Telluride Can Tow

• Small camper
• Bass boat
• Small Sailboat
• Medium Sailboat
• ATVs
• Motorcycles
• Jet skis

Check Out the New Kia Telluride at Kia of Cerritos

Don’t just take our word for how well then new Telluride performs. Come down and take this SUV for a test drive. And if you’d like to learn more about the Kia Telluride, check out our post about its stunning interior, as well as our detailed overview of the 2023 Telluride. We’re conveniently located near Orange County. So, swing by or give us a call.

The 2022 Kia Telluride is made to keep up with your lifestyle and needs, whatever they may be. With impressive performance specs and advanced features inside and out, this full-size SUV is designed to take your Los Angeles rides to the next level.

One of the 2022 Telluride’s most outstanding features is its towing capacity — up to 5,000 pounds with the Kia Telluride tow hitch! You can haul anything from a small boat to an RV behind your Telluride with ease, thanks to a powerful engine and plenty of safe towing features. Kia of Cerritos has outlined all the details on the 2022 Kia Telluride tow package below, so read on!

Kia Telluride Engine

The Kia Telluride’s impressive tow package is made possible by its powerhouse 3.8L V6 engine. You’ll be getting 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque with the 2022 Telluride, supported by a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine and transmission are designed to make your rides smooth, safe, and convenient, no matter if you’re towing cargo or not.

What is the Kia Telluride Cargo Space?

An impressive towing capacity is only half the story — the 2022 Telluride also offers impressive cargo space inside the cabin, so you can haul even more gear! No matter how many passengers you’re driving around Carson, you can transport plenty of cargo alongside them with ease. And you won’t have to compromise between passenger space and cargo space with a spacious 178 cubic feet of passenger volume. Check out the numbers:

• Cargo Volume Behind First Row: 87 Cubic Feet
• Cargo Volume Behind Second Row: 46 Cubic Feet
• Cargo Volume Behind Third Row: 21 Cubic Feet

Features for Safer Kia Telluride Towing

The Kia Telluride tow package is supported by a variety of features to help you tow with confidence. In addition to the standard features below, you can add towing mirrors as an add-on accessory to enhance your towing experience even further — reach out to our parts department for more information! Here’s what you can expect from the Kia Telluride tow package:

• Standard Safe Exit Assist
• All-Wheel Drive
• Available Blind Spot View Monitor
• Standard Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
• Standard Parking Distance Warning – Reverse
• Hill Start Assist Control

Discover the All-New Kia Telluride at Kia of Cerritos

If you have any questions or want more information about the 2022 Telluride, don’t hesitate to reach out to our office! You can also stop by our dealership to set up a test drive around Orange County if you’d like to see the Telluride up close. And if you’re ready to bring a Telluride home, our finance center is a great resource to get started.

If you’re interested in trading in your current vehicle for a 2022 Telluride, you can value your trade right from our website!