2021 Kia Telluride Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Kia Telluride has lost about 37.9% of its roughly $39,590 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $24,183, with most listings between $21,019 and $28,590. Listed examples average 80,621 miles.
2021 Kia Telluride Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Kia Telluride Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 30k–50k mi | $29,344 | 14 |
| 50k–75k mi | $27,193 | 55 |
| 75k–100k mi | $24,414 | 66 |
| 100k–130k mi | $22,092 | 26 |
| Over 130k mi | $17,406 | 6 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Kia Telluride?
Great deal
Under $22,580
Typical
$22,580–$27,589
Overpriced
Above $27,589
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 170 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $22,580 and $27,589, with a median of $25,362.
Ownership & Condition
Across 170 2021 Kia Telluride listings.
Accident-free
94.4%
One-owner
63.9%
Avg owners
1.5
Personal use
66.7%
Certified (CPO)
1.2%
2021 Kia Telluride Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
22 MPG
City / Hwy
20 / 25
Fuel / year
$2,850
Fuel
Regular
Engine
3.8L 6-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Kia Telluride trim holds its value.
How the 2021 Kia Telluride Compares to Other Years
At 37.9% depreciation, the 2021 Kia Telluride sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 29.7% (around $27,220), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $3,037 more. The older 2020 sits at 44.4% (around $20,975), so dropping back a year saves about $3,208. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Kia Telluride.
Known Issues & Complaints
322 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls reported.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
73 complaintsThe sunroof failed and is stuck open. This creates a hazard as you cannot secure the vehicle, it is open to the elements, and you have highway noise. This is not a simple small motor fix it is $3000+ and a complete replacing of the track/ca
VISIBILITY/WIPER
54 complaintsWindshield chipped and cracked. Causes a safety issue due to temperamental glass and vision impairment. McKenneys garage has viewed the damage and confirms the damage. No. No.
ENGINE
37 complaintsMy 2021 Kia Telluride (approximately 82,000 miles) suffered catastrophic engine failure caused by excessive and abnormal oil consumption. The engine consumed oil at a dangerous rate with no warning lights or dashboard indicators of any kind
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
32 complaintsBought car on a Saturday (6-20-26)and that night noticed the drive mode was broke and the forward Collison is broke and will go on and off. Dealership said they did the whole inspection on the car before they put it on the lot to sell. Also
STRUCTURE
26 complaintsSunroof won't fully close which becomes a big issue when driving or parking the vehicle in the rain. Kia dealership diagnosed that the full sunroof assembly needs to be replaced at a total expense of $6,441.56 since the vehicle is out of th
POWER TRAIN
24 complaintsI own a 2021 Kia Telluride with approximately 111,000 miles. I initially brought the vehicle to a Kia dealership for an oil consumption issue and engine noise. The dealership diagnosed and repaired a timing chain and tensioner issue, statin
Top Issues
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- ENGINE
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- STRUCTURE
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V164000 (AIR BAGS): Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of
- !Recall 22V626000 (TRAILER HITCHES): Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purcha
- !Recall 24V214000 (POWER TRAIN): Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle r
- !Recall 24V407000 (SEATS): Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire
2021 Kia Telluride Listings
Real 2021 Telluride listings on the market now.
$33,990
2021 SX · White
35,443 mi · Dallas, TX
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$30,990
2021 S · White
36,088 mi · Dallas, TX
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$29,990
2021 LX · Gray
38,112 mi · Richmond, VA
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$28,990
2021 EX · White
55,848 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$30,990
2021 SX · Gray
58,205 mi · Charlotte, NC
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$27,990
2021 S · White
58,916 mi · San Antonio, TX
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Kia Telluride worth?
A 2021 Kia Telluride is typically worth around $24,183, with most listings falling between $21,019 and $28,590. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 80,621 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Kia Telluride depreciated?
The 2021 Kia Telluride has lost about 37.9% of its original $39,590 base MSRP — roughly $15,005 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 Telluride have?
Listed 2021 Tellurides average about 80,621 miles, with most between 54,841 and 103,536. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Kia Telluride?
For a 2021 Kia Telluride, anything under $22,580 is a strong deal, $22,580 to $27,589 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $27,589 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Kia Telluride are computed from 110 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.