2025 Kia Telluride Trim Comparison: Finding the Right SUV for Your Ontario Family

Families in Pickering face a unique challenge: finding a vehicle that can handle both the daily demands of active family life and weekend getaways across Ontario. Between school runs along Kingston Road, hockey tournaments across the GTA, and summer trips to cottage country, you need a three-row SUV that delivers space, capability, and reliability without compromise.

The 2025 Kia Telluride answers with seating for up to eight passengers, 2,455 litres of cargo capacity with all seats folded, standard all-wheel drive for Ontario winters, and available premium features like Nappa leather and Harman Kardon audio. With five distinct trims—EX, SX, SX Limited, X-Line, and X-Pro—there's a Telluride configured for every family's needs, from daily carpools to backcountry adventures.

Telluride EX: The Foundation for Growing Families

The EX trim establishes the Telluride's family-focused foundation with eight-passenger seating and a comprehensive feature set designed for Ontario driving conditions.

• 8-passenger seating with one-touch slide-and-fold 2nd row seats for easy 3rd row access
• Standard all-wheel drive with Drive/Terrain Mode Select for winter traction
• 12.3" multimedia interface with integrated navigation and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Tri-zone automatic climate control keeps everyone comfortable on long drives
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with stop-and-go functionality
• Advanced Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning Function
• Rear Occupant Alert to help ensure no child or pet is left behind
• Smart power liftgate with adjustable height for garage clearance
• USB-C charging ports in all three rows

Who It's For: Families prioritizing essential space, safety, and all-weather capability for Pickering life and Ontario road trips.

Telluride SX: Elevating Comfort and Technology

The SX trim adds premium comfort features and enhanced safety technology, transforming the cabin into a more luxurious space for longer journeys.

• Genuine leather seating with 12-way power adjustable driver's seat
• Air-cooled front seats for summer comfort
• Harman Kardon premium audio system with crystal-clear sound
• Dual-panel power sunroof for added light and openness
• 360° camera monitoring system for tight parking situations
• Blind View Monitor displays side views in the instrument cluster
• Advanced Highway Drive Assist for reduced fatigue on Highway 401 drives
• Digital Key 2 Touch for smartphone-based vehicle access
• 2nd row window sunshades for rear passenger comfort

Who It's For: Families who want elevated comfort and technology for frequent long-distance travel, whether to Muskoka or Kingston.

Telluride SX Limited: The Premium Family Experience

The SX Limited shifts to a 7-passenger configuration with captain's chairs and adds Nappa leather upholstery for families seeking true luxury.

• 7-passenger seating with heated and air-cooled 2nd row captain's chairs
• Nappa leather seats with quilted stitching and premium feel
• 10" heads-up display projects key information onto the windshield
• Full display digital rear-view mirror for unobstructed rearward vision
• Self-leveling rear suspension maintains ride quality when fully loaded
• Driver's seat memory function for shared-vehicle convenience
• Deluxe cloth headliner for refined cabin ambiance
• Rain sensing wipers automatically adjust to weather conditions

Who It's For: Families prioritizing luxury and comfort for both daily use in Pickering and extended Ontario trips, with adult-friendly 2nd row seating.

Telluride X-Line: Built for Ontario Adventures

The X-Line variant adds rugged styling and enhanced capability for families who regularly venture beyond paved roads.

• 213 mm ground clearance for improved off-road capability
• 20" black alloy wheels with distinctive X-Line styling
• Gloss black exterior accents and bridge-type roof rails
• Tow Mode optimizes transmission and throttle response when towing up to 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs)
• All SX Limited features including Nappa leather replaced with durable leather for active lifestyles
• Enhanced approach and departure angles for cottage road navigation
• X-Line emblem debossed into seatbacks

Who It's For: Active families who split time between Pickering streets and cottage roads, needing extra ground clearance and towing capability.

Telluride X-Pro: Maximum Capability for Off-Road Families

The X-Pro represents the most capable Telluride, engineered for families who regularly tackle challenging terrain and need maximum towing capacity.

• 18" black alloy wheels with all-terrain tires for enhanced traction
• Increased towing capacity to 2,495 kg (5,500 lbs) for boats or trailers
• 110V power inverter in cargo area for campsite or tailgate power needs
• All X-Line capability features including 213 mm ground clearance
• X-Pro emblem debossed into seatbacks
• Rugged exterior styling with black emblems and trim

Who It's For: Families who prioritize maximum towing capacity and off-road capability for boat launching, trailer hauling, and backcountry exploration across Ontario.

Comparing the 2025 Telluride Trims

Power and Capability for Every Journey

Every 2025 Telluride is powered by a 3.8L V6 engine producing 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. This drivetrain delivers confident acceleration for highway merging and passing, while the AWD system provides secure traction on snow-covered Pickering streets and icy cottage roads.

The cargo capacity adapts to your needs: 601 litres behind the third row handles weekly groceries and sports equipment, 1,304 litres with the third row folded accommodates camping gear or tournament luggage, and 2,455 litres with both rear rows folded swallows furniture, bikes, or seasonal items. The smart power liftgate with adjustable height prevents contact with low garage ceilings, while concealed under-floor storage keeps valuables out of sight.

Safety Features That Protect What Matters Most

The Telluride prioritizes family safety with nine airbags and a comprehensive suite of driver assistance technologies standard across all trims:

• Advanced Forward Collision Avoidance Assist monitors for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists
• Lane Following Assist keeps the vehicle centered in its lane on Highway 401
• Highway Drive Assist maintains set speed and distance from traffic ahead
• Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist warns of vehicles in adjacent lanes
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist alerts to approaching traffic when backing up
• Safe Exit Assist prevents doors from opening when vehicles approach from behind
• Rear Occupant Alert reminds you to check rear seats before locking
• Electronic Stability Control and Trailer Stability Assist enhance control when towing

Higher trims add a 360° camera system, parking collision avoidance, and blind view monitor for added confidence in tight spaces.

Your New Telluride is Waiting

The 2025 Kia Telluride delivers the space, capability, and reliability Pickering families need for both daily life and Ontario adventures. From the well-equipped EX to the adventure-ready X-Pro, each trim is engineered to handle everything from Kingston Road carpools to Muskoka cottage weekends.

Visit Bessada Kia in Pickering to see the full Telluride lineup and find the trim that matches your family's lifestyle. Our team can walk you through each configuration and arrange a test drive so you can experience Ontario's most capable family SUV firsthand.

To learn more about the 2025 Kia Telluride, visit Kia.ca