Used 2025 Kia Telluride for Sale near South Carolina

How much does the 2025 Kia Telluride cost?

Prices have softened 9.65% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 96 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Kia Telluride a good car?

Generally — the 2025 Kia Telluride earns 4/5 from users and 8.17/10 from experts, which points to a strong overall showing. The standout strength is Form and function at 10/10.

It stands out as Kia’s largest gas-powered family SUV, and it remains one of the better three-row SUVs even without being the newest option on the market. In practice, it is aimed at you if you want a roomy, mainstream SUV that handles long-distance travel well and still feels stylish and capable.

The main trade-offs are its ageing technology and the irritating lane-assist behaviour noted on the road trip. Sticky brakes in thick traffic are another drawback, so the Telluride is strong overall but not flawless.

Only 18.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market is somewhat selective rather than especially bargain-heavy.

Is the 2025 Kia Telluride reliable?

Owners rate it 4/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Telluride’s reputation is supported by its strong overall package: it is comfortable, capable, and built for family use, with a design that has stayed relevant through updates rather than a full redesign. Its 3.8-litre V6 is described as smooth, refined, and amply powered, which is the kind of dependability-minded powertrain behaviour you want in a used family SUV.

Kia also backs it with a five-year/100,000-kilometre new vehicle warranty and five-year/unlimited-kilometre roadside assistance in Canada. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is more about technology frustrations and driver-assist annoyance than major mechanical weakness.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Kia Telluride?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The EX is the base trim, while the X-Line and X-Pro add more rugged styling and capability. The lower trim’s cabin materials are less upscale than the top versions, so you should check whether the equipment level matches your expectations.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses a 3.8-litre V6 with 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and standard AWD. It is smooth and refined, but it is not the most efficient setup in the class.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward collision warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, intersection assistance when turning left across traffic, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, lane centring assist, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, rear occupant alert, safe exit assist, and Highway Driving Assist. Higher trims add lane-change assist, and most trims also get Blind Spot View Monitor, reverse automatic braking, front cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, oncoming collision avoidance, and lane-change collision avoidance.
• Infotainment: In all Canadian trims but the base EX, you get a 12.3-inch digital driver display beside a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are not included, so you should check whether that matters to you.
• Fuel efficiency: It returned 11.6 L/100 km over nearly 2,000 kilometres of driving, and that lines up closely with the 11.7 L/100 km combined rating.

Which 2025 Kia Telluride trim should I buy?

The 2025 Kia Telluride is offered in 5 trim levels: EX, SX, SX Limited, X-Line, and X-Pro.

Here's the short version:

• EX: This is the entry point, but it still gives you the Telluride’s core strengths, including standard AWD and the full safety suite. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and can live without the larger dual-screen setup.
• SX: This is the best-value trim if you want the more advanced cabin tech, since it adds the 12.3-inch digital driver display and 12.3-inch touchscreen arrangement. It is the sweet spot for shoppers who want a more modern feel without chasing the most expensive versions.
• SX Limited: This trim is the one to consider if you want the most upscale interior presentation, including the available black-over-Terracotta cabin and richer materials. It suits you if comfort and appearance matter more than rugged styling.
• X-Line: Choose this if you want extra ground clearance, improved approach and departure angles, and a self-levelling rear suspension. It is the better pick than the X-Pro for most buyers who want a more capable-looking Telluride without going all-in on off-pavement hardware.
• X-Pro: This is the most capable version, with 18-inch wheels on all-terrain tyres and a towing capacity of 2,500 kilograms. It is the right choice if you expect to spend meaningful time off-road or towing, but it is not the best on-pavement compromise.

The safety package is strong across the range, and higher trims add more driver-assistance features rather than taking anything away.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Kia Telluride?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully without expecting huge discounts everywhere.

• Deal availability: 18.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 96 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.65% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $51,786 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Kia Telluride's resale value?

The current average of $53,708 CAD sits slightly below last year's $59,446 CAD.

That price decline suggests the market has become more favourable for buyers, but it also means future sellers may need to be realistic about expectations. If you buy now, you are entering at a lower average price than a year ago, which can help cushion depreciation if the model stays in demand. The Telluride’s strong reputation as a roomy, stylish, and capable family SUV should continue to support used-market interest.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Kia Telluride safe?

The 2025 Kia Telluride earns a five-star overall rating in crash tests performed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes forward collision warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, intersection assistance when turning left across traffic, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, lane centring assist, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, rear occupant alert, safe exit assist, and Highway Driving Assist. Higher trims add lane-change assist, and most trims also get Blind Spot View Monitor, reverse automatic braking, front cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, oncoming collision avoidance, and lane-change collision avoidance.

The main caveat is that the lane-centring system was irritating in testing, especially on curves and roads with little margin for error. That does not erase the Telluride’s strong safety credentials, but it is worth knowing if you plan to rely heavily on driver assistance.

Should I buy a 2025 Kia Telluride or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 18.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.65% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It combines strong family-hauling comfort with a capable road-trip setup and excellent safety ratings.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $47,655 CAD, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $53,708 CAD average.
• It keeps the stylish, safe, roomy, and rugged character that made the Telluride stand out.

The bottom line: If you want the newer market position and are comfortable paying more for the 2025, it remains a compelling family SUV with strong safety and broad capability. If your priority is value, the 2024 is the smarter buy because it delivers much of the same appeal for less money.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.