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Kia Telluride vs Subaru Ascent

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Kia Telluride

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2027 Subaru Ascent

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Overview

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
Selected trimLXPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
MSRP$39,190 (best)$40,795
Lowest listing price$20,470 (best)—
Median listing price$33,691 (best)—
Highest listing price$33,995 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)—
City MPG20 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank19 gal19.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
Horsepower274 hp (best)260 hp
Torque311 lb-ft (best)277 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
Seating8 seats (best)7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume89.3 cu ft (best)75.6 cu ft
Towing capacity5,000 lbs5,000 lbs
Curb weight4,381 lbs (best)4,450 lbs
Ground clearance7.4 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase116.9 in (best)113.8 in
Length199.2 in (best)196.8 in
Width78.3 in (best)76 in
Height69.5 in71.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecKia TellurideLXSubaru AscentPremium
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia TellurideSubaru Ascent
1

LX

$39,190 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$42,090 MSRP

Premium

$40,795 MSRP

3

S

$44,090 MSRP

Limited

$47,985 MSRP

4

EX

$43,790 MSRP

Limited

$47,985 MSRP

5

EX

$45,790 MSRP

Limited Bronze Edition

$49,095 MSRP

6

X-Line EX

$47,290 MSRP

Touring

$51,165 MSRP

7

SX

$48,790 MSRP

Onyx Edition Touring

$51,995 MSRP

8

X-Line SX

$51,790 MSRP

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9

X-Pro SX

$53,690 MSRP

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10

SX-Prestige

$53,890 MSRP

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11

X-Line SX-Prestige

$54,890 MSRP

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12

X-Pro SX-Prestige

$56,790 MSRP

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Kia Telluride vs Subaru Ascent FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Telluride vs 2027 Subaru Ascent on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Telluride starts lower at $39,190. Live Kia Telluride listings start at $20,470.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,190).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on horsepower in this comparison (274).