Used 2021 Kia Telluride for Sale nearRichmond, BC

How much does the 2021 Kia Telluride cost?

Prices have softened 17.66% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 131 listings available, which gives you a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Kia Telluride a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Kia Telluride earns a 4.89/5 user rating and a 9.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 10/10 across Form and function and Cost effectiveness.

Owners consistently praise its safety features, spacious interior, and great value for money, and they also appreciate its modern design and advanced technology. In practical terms, that lines up well with its three-row midsize SUV role: you get a family-focused layout, broad appeal, and a strong value proposition.

With 37.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still gives you some room to find a well-priced example.

Is the 2021 Kia Telluride reliable?

Owners rate it 4.89/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a vehicle that feels dependable and trouble-free in day-to-day use, with praise centred on its safety, interior space, and value. From the expert side, the Telluride’s strong packaging and cost-effectiveness support the idea that it’s built to be a family SUV you can count on over time.

Kia Canada’s 5-year/100,000-kilometre powertrain warranty and 5-year/100,000-kilometre bumper-to-bumper warranty add some reassurance for used buyers, though long-term ownership still depends on how well the previous owner maintained the vehicle.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Kia Telluride?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The EX gives you strong value, while the SX Limited adds a more luxury-like feel with premium stitched Nappa leather, a simulated suede headliner, a head-up display, and heated and ventilated front- and second-row seats. The SX Limited Nightsky Edition adds a blacked-out look with gloss black 20-inch wheels and a unique grille insert, so it suits you if appearance matters and you want something more distinctive.
• Powertrain: You get a single setup: a 3.8-litre V6 with an eight-speed automatic transmission, rated at 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Kia’s Drive Mode Select includes Snow, Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Smart modes, and the AWD system includes a low-speed Lock function for extra traction.
• Safety package: Every version includes blind-spot warning, lane-maintenance technology with lane-keeping assistance, forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, rear cross-traffic alert, a driver-monitoring system, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, Rear Occupant Alert, and Safe Exit Assist. SX trim adds front parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, and Blind-Spot View Monitor.
• Infotainment: You get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, wireless smartphone charging, and the ability to pair two phones at once. The system is easy to use, though the voice-recognition system is only average.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada says it should return 11.3 L/100 km in combined driving, and testing recorded 11.5 L/100 km.

Which 2021 Kia Telluride trim should I buy?

The 2021 Kia Telluride is offered in 4 trim levels: EX, SX, SX Limited, and SX Limited Nightsky Edition.

Here's the short version:

• EX: This is the value pick if you want the Telluride’s core strengths without stretching to the pricier trims. It still gives you the standard AWD setup, the full safety suite, and the 10.25-inch touchscreen, so you’re not giving up the essentials.
• SX: Choose this if you want a more upscale feel and the added convenience of the standard 10-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound system, plus the SX-only safety upgrades such as front parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, and Blind-Spot View Monitor.
• SX Limited: This is the best choice if you want the most luxury-like Telluride experience. It adds premium stitched Nappa leather, a simulated suede headliner, a head-up display, and heated and ventilated front- and second-row seats.
• SX Limited Nightsky Edition: Pick this if you want the SX Limited’s equipment with a more distinctive blacked-out appearance, including gloss black 20-inch wheels and a unique grille insert.

The SX Limited and Nightsky Edition also get self-leveling rear suspension, which helps when the SUV is loaded with people, cargo, or a trailer.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Kia Telluride?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it makes sense to shop carefully and compare listings.

• Deal availability: 37.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 131 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 17.66% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $29,236 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Kia Telluride's resale value?

The current average of $29,494 CAD sits slightly below last year's $35,820 CAD.

That drop suggests the Telluride is currently more accessible to used buyers than it was a year ago. For a future seller, that means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim, especially because the market has already adjusted downward.

Even so, the Telluride’s strong reputation for value, safety, and family-friendly packaging should help keep demand healthy. Well-equipped examples in desirable trims are likely to remain easier to move than less appealing alternatives.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.89/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Kia Telluride safe?

The 2021 Telluride earns a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and it earns four-star frontal-impact ratings for both the driver and front passenger, with an overall five-star rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

You get a long list of standard driver-assistance features, including blind-spot warning, lane-maintenance technology with lane-keeping assistance, forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, rear cross-traffic alert, a driver-monitoring system, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, Rear Occupant Alert, and Safe Exit Assist.

SX trim adds front parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, and Blind-Spot View Monitor, so if safety tech matters most to you, that trim gives you the most complete package.

Should I buy a 2021 Kia Telluride or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 37.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 17.66% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.89/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2021 model year’s main highlight is the debut of the SX Limited Nightsky Edition, which gives you a fresh appearance package without changing the Telluride’s core strengths.

The bottom line: If you want a well-liked Telluride with strong safety, space, and value, the 2021 is an easy one to recommend. If you’re especially price-sensitive, shop carefully for a listing near the low end of the range, but if you want the best mix of equipment and desirability, the 2021 remains a smart used buy.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.