​Is the 2027 Kia Telluride a safe SUV? Yes. The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride has earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, its highest safety designation, for vehicles built after June 2026.
With three-row seating, advanced collision-avoidance technology, and a wide range of standard driver-assistance features, the new Telluride offers families several important safety benefits.
Whether you're driving your children to school in Bedford, commuting to Cleveland, or taking a family road trip, safety is likely one of your priorities when choosing a new SUV.
Below, the Kia of Bedford team explains the 2027 Kia Telluride safety ratings, crash-test results, and available safety features to help you understand what the redesigned SUV offers.
2027 Kia Telluride Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride earned the 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, the highest recognition available from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
To qualify for this award, vehicles must meet demanding crashworthiness and crash-avoidance requirements, including evaluations of frontal and side-impact protection, headlights, and pedestrian crash prevention.
The 2027 Telluride received the following IIHS ratings:
| IIHS Safety Test | 2027 Telluride Rating |
|---|---|
| Small overlap front crash test | Good |
| Updated moderate overlap front crash test | Good |
| Updated side crash test | Good |
| Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicle | Good |
| Front crash prevention: pedestrian | Good |
| Headlights on vehicles built after June 2026 | Good |
Important: The TOP SAFETY PICK+ award applies only to 2027 Telluride models built after June 2026. Earlier production vehicles received a Marginal headlight rating and do not qualify for this award.
You can review the complete results on the official IIHS 2027 Kia Telluride safety rating page.
What Safety Features Come Standard on the 2027 Kia Telluride?
Every 2027 Kia Telluride comes equipped with an extensive collection of standard driver-assistance technologies designed to help drivers identify potential hazards and respond to changing road conditions.
Standard safety features include:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist: Can detect certain vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists ahead and provide warnings or braking assistance when appropriate.
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning: Alerts the driver when another vehicle is detected in a blind spot.
- Lane Keeping Assist: Can provide steering assistance to help prevent unintended lane departures.
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist: Can warn of approaching traffic and provide braking assistance while reversing.
- Safe Exit Assist: Can warn passengers when approaching traffic is detected as they prepare to exit the vehicle.
- Rear Occupant Alert with radar sensors: Can detect certain movement in the rear passenger area and provide alerts after the driver exits.
These features are especially useful for everyday driving situations such as navigating busy intersections, changing lanes on I-271, and backing out of crowded parking spaces.
However, driver-assistance systems have operating limitations and do not replace attentive driving.
Which 2027 Telluride Trims Offer Additional Safety Technology?
While the base Telluride includes an extensive suite of safety features, higher trims add more advanced camera systems and driving-assistance technology.
Available features on select 2027 Telluride trims include:
- Blind-Spot View Monitor: Displays a camera view of the corresponding blind spot when the turn signal is activated.
- Surround View Monitor: Provides a 360-degree camera view to assist with parking and maneuvering.
- Highway Driving Assist 2: Can help maintain a set speed and following distance, support lane centering, and assist with certain lane changes on compatible highways.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2: Adds more advanced detection and collision-avoidance capabilities in certain driving situations.
The 2027 Telluride SX and higher configurations offer several of these additional technologies, making them worth exploring if advanced parking cameras and highway assistance are important to you.
For a complete breakdown of equipment by model, read our 2027 Kia Telluride trim-level guide.
Is the 2027 Kia Telluride Safe for Families with Children?
The Telluride's combination of three-row seating, child-restraint provisions, and passenger-safety technology makes it worth considering for families.
Depending on the configuration, the 2027 Telluride offers seating for seven or eight passengers. Second-row bench seating is available for families who need three seating positions across the middle row, while other trims offer second-row captain's chairs.
Family-focused safety features include:
- Child-restraint anchoring provisions for compatible child safety seats
- Rear Occupant Alert with radar sensors
- Safe Exit Assist
- Three-row passenger seating
- Available Surround View Monitor for additional visibility during parking
The IIHS also awarded the 2027 Telluride a Good rating in its updated moderate overlap front crash test, which evaluates protection for both front-seat occupants and a passenger seated in the second row.
When shopping for a family SUV, we recommend checking that your specific child safety seats fit correctly in the seating configuration you are considering. Always follow the vehicle and child-restraint manufacturers' installation instructions.
For more family-oriented vehicle research, explore our guide to choosing the right Kia SUV for your family.
Does the 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Have Safety Features?
Yes. The redesigned Telluride lineup includes both gasoline and hybrid powertrains, and the Telluride Hybrid offers advanced driver-assistance technology along with its three-row seating and improved fuel efficiency.
The hybrid is available in multiple trims, allowing shoppers to compare seating arrangements, available camera systems, and driver-assistance equipment alongside powertrain preferences.
For shoppers comparing both versions, read our 2027 Kia Telluride gas vs. hybrid comparison.
2027 Kia Telluride Safety FAQ
What is the 2027 Kia Telluride safety rating?
The 2027 Kia Telluride earned the 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award for vehicles built after June 2026. It received Good ratings in the IIHS's key frontal and side crashworthiness evaluations.
Does the 2027 Kia Telluride have automatic emergency braking?
Yes. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is standard across the 2027 Telluride lineup and can provide automatic braking assistance in certain situations when a potential collision is detected.
Does the 2027 Telluride have blind-spot monitoring?
Yes. Blind-Spot Collision Warning is standard. Select higher trims also offer Blind-Spot View Monitor, which displays a camera image when the corresponding turn signal is activated.
Does the 2027 Telluride have Highway Driving Assist?
Yes. Highway Driving Assist is available across the lineup, while select higher trims offer Highway Driving Assist 2 with additional lane-change assistance capabilities.
Does the 2027 Kia Telluride have a 360-degree camera?
Yes. The available Surround View Monitor provides a 360-degree camera view to assist with parking and low-speed maneuvering. Availability varies by trim and equipment.
Explore the 2027 Kia Telluride at Kia of Bedford
The redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride combines three-row versatility, advanced driver-assistance technology, and recognized crash-test performance.
Whether you're interested in a gasoline or hybrid Telluride, the team at Kia of Bedford can help you compare available trims, review safety features, and find the right seating configuration for your family.
Explore the 2027 Kia Telluride or browse our current Kia inventory to see available vehicles.
Visit Kia of Bedford at 18180 Rockside Road, Bedford, OH 44146, or call (440) 735-4000 to schedule a test drive.
The 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award applies only to 2027 Kia Telluride models built after June 2026. Safety ratings and individual test results may vary by vehicle configuration and production date. Features and equipment vary by trim and may change. Driver-assistance technologies are supplemental, have operating limitations, and do not replace attentive driving. Always use appropriate seat belts and properly installed child restraints. See Kia of Bedford for current vehicle specifications, safety equipment, and availability.
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