2025 Kia Telluride vs Toyota Highlander
2025 Kia Telluride vs. 2025 Toyota Highlander
Which One is Right for You?
| Feature | Kia Telluride (Our choice!) |
Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $36,390 | $39,820 |
| Engine Power | 3.8 Liter V6 |
FWD: 2.4L 4-Cyl. Turbo AWD: 2.5L 4-Cyl. |
| Fuel Efficiency | FWD: 20 City / 26 HWY MPG AWD: 18 City / 23 HWY MPG |
FWD: 22 City / 29 HWY MPG AWD: 35 City / 34 HWY MPG |
| Warranty | 10-year/100,000-miles | 36 months/36,000 miles |
| View New Tellurides | View Used Inventory |
Overview
If you’re shopping for a family SUV in Conway, Arkansas, you’ve probably looked at the 2025 Kia Telluride and the 2025 Toyota Highlander. Both are great choices, but which one is better for your needs? The Kia Telluride and Toyota Highlander are both midsize SUVs with three rows of seats. That means they can carry up to eight passengers. They also come packed with safety features, tech, and strong engines.
The Telluride stands out with its bold design, roomy cabin, and high-end feel. The Highlander is known for its smooth ride and fuel efficiency. Both options are excellent for families, and we are here to break down which one we would choose as our next family SUV. At Crain Kia of Conway, we want to make shopping for your car easy. Below, we compare these two popular SUVs side by side to help you decide which one is the best fit for you and your family.
Performance & Powertrain Options
The 2025 Kia Telluride has a powerful 3.8-liter V6 engine with 291 horsepower. It comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission and can tow up to 5,000 pounds. This makes it a strong choice for road trips, boats, or trailers around central Arkansas.
The 2025 Toyota Highlander has a smaller 2.4-liter turbo engine. It offers 265 horsepower and impressive fuel economy, up to 29 MPG on the highway. But the Telluride gives you more power and a smoother, stronger drive.
Off-road Capabilities
If you love the outdoors near Lake Conway or the Ouachita National Forest, the Kia Telluride is ready for adventure. It offers available all-wheel drive, up to 8.4 inches of ground clearance, and special Snow mode to handle rough roads.
The Toyota Highlander also offers AWD and can do some light off-roading. However, it sits lower to the ground and doesn’t feel as strong on tricky terrain.
Tech Features
The Kia Telluride gives you a big 12.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, built-in Wi-Fi, and an optional 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
The Highlander comes with a smaller 8-inch screen (unless you upgrade) and similar tech features. It’s a good setup, but the Telluride’s tech is bigger, better, and easier to see.
Interior Space & Comfort
The Kia Telluride shines when it comes to room. With up to 87 cubic feet of cargo space, it's perfect for luggage, sports gear, or groceries from downtown Conway. Even the third row has enough legroom for adults.
The Toyota Highlander has less cargo space and a tighter third row. It still seats eight people, but passengers may feel a bit more cramped on long drives.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Both SUVs have great safety scores and come with top safety tech. The Telluride includes:
-Forward Collision Warning
-Lane Keeping Assist
-Blind Spot Collision Warning
-Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance Assist
-Navigation-Based Cruise Control
The Highlander has features similar to those of Toyota’s Safety Sense system. However, Telluride has more standard features
Our Choice: Kia Telluride
At Crain Kia of Conway, we believe the 2025 Kia Telluride is the best SUV for families in Conway, Little Rock, and all of central Arkansas. It gives you more space, more power, and more comfort at a great price.
Ready for a test drive? Come see us at Crain Kia of Conway, your local Kia dealership in Conway, AR. We’ll help you find the right Telluride for your lifestyle and budget. Finance or lease your Telluride today!
Prices do not include additional fees and costs of closing, including government fees and taxes, any finance charges, or emissions testing fees. The online price does include a $129 Service & Handling fee. All prices, specifications, and availability subject to change without notice. Crain Kia of Conway retains all incentives.
More Info
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.