Kia Telluride Towing Capacity (2020 - 2023)

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Kia Telluride Towing Capacity Overview

The Kia Telluride towing capacity ranges between 5,000 lbs. and 5,500 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2023 Kia Telluride has a minimum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs, while the 2023 Kia Telluride has a maximum towing capacity of 5,500 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Kia Telluride.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Kia Telluride.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Kia Telluride Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2023EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2023EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2023EX XLine5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2023LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2023LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2023S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2022S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2021EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2021EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2021LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2021LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2021S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2020EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2020EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2020LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2020LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
2020S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
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All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2023 Kia Telluride Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Kia Telluride towing capacity is between 5,000 lbs. and 5,500 lbs.

2023 Kia Telluride Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
EX XLine5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX XLine5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX XPro5,500 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SXP5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SXP XLine5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SXP XPro5,500 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2022 Kia Telluride Towing Capacity Data

The 2022 Kia Telluride towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2022 Kia Telluride Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs

2021 Kia Telluride Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 Kia Telluride towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 Kia Telluride Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs

2020 Kia Telluride Towing Capacity Data

The 2020 Kia Telluride towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2020 Kia Telluride Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.8L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD291 HP / 262 ft/lbs

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