Kia Telluride NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Kia Telluride an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Kia Telluride at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Kia Telluride Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Telluride SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 | 206 |
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Telluride SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 | 206 |
| 2023 | 2023 Kia Telluride SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 199 |
| 2023 | 2023 Kia Telluride SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 199 |
| 2022 | 2022 Kia Telluride SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 7 | 313 |
| 2022 | 2022 Kia Telluride SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 7 | 313 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Kia Telluride Safety FAQ
Is the Kia Telluride a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Kia Telluride an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Kia Telluride?
The Kia Telluride scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 14.3%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Kia Telluride have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Kia Telluride as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.