Negotiating leverage
37
moderate leverage / 100
~56 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2020 Kia Telluride Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$22,598
Above the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price sits outside the typical market range
$12,998$29,990
- Typical market range
- $17,448–$22,498
- Ridekick fair price
- $22,598
- Original MSRP range
- $31,690–$53,995
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
56
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Kia Telluride.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,155–$30,422
Estimated dealer invoice — about $31,690 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $19,795 | $31,690 | $29,155–$30,422 |
| S | $20,684 | $33,990 | $31,271–$32,630 |
| EX | $21,931 | $37,090 | $34,123–$35,606 |
| SX | $25,652 | $43,490 | $40,011–$41,750 |
| sx-limited-w-nappa | — | $53,995 | $49,675–$51,835 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$17,059$36,895$56,731
Fair priceLX
$19,795
LX: fair price $19,795, original MSRP $31,690, estimated dealer cost $29,155 to $30,422.
S
$20,684
S: fair price $20,684, original MSRP $33,990, estimated dealer cost $31,271 to $32,630.
EX
$21,931
EX: fair price $21,931, original MSRP $37,090, estimated dealer cost $34,123 to $35,606.
SX
$25,652
SX: fair price $25,652, original MSRP $43,490, estimated dealer cost $40,011 to $41,750.
sx-limited-w-nappa
—
sx-limited-w-nappa: fair price not available, original MSRP $53,995, estimated dealer cost $49,675 to $51,835.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2020 Kia Telluride runs about $23,640 in MT to $25,902 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,691 | $110+ | $25,130 |
| TX | $1,458 | $332 | $25,119 |
| FL | $1,400 | $1,074+ | $25,803 |
| NY | $933 | $371 | $24,633 |
| PA | $1,400 | $587 | $25,316 |
| IL | $1,458 | $683 | $25,470 |
| OH | $1,341 | $444 | $25,114 |
| GA | $1,633 | $637 | $25,599 |
| NC | $700 | $793 | $24,822 |
| WA | $1,516 | $215+ | $25,060 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $23,854 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
7 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2020 Kia Telluride.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child restraint system in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect seat belt assemblies. The repair will also include replacing the driver's seat belt which has a non-U.S. specified label, with a U.S. specification seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC181.
Campaign 19V594000 · 13/08/2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194.
Campaign 20V436000 · 28/07/2020
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 purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247.
Campaign 22V626000 · 15/08/2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the high beam headlights, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC299.
Campaign 24V148000 · 26/02/2024
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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 roll away while in PARK.
Remedy: Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303.
Campaign 24V214000 · 20/03/2024
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
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 while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC316.
Campaign 24V407000 · 05/06/2024
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
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 or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC374. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V407. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
Campaign 26V430000 · 02/07/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2020 Kia Telluride?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $22,598, within a typical market range of $17,448 to $22,498.
Is the 2020 Kia Telluride cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $31,690, so a fair used price is roughly $9,092 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Kia Telluride?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $23,640 in MT to $25,902 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Kia Telluride?
There are about 56 days of national market supply for the 2020 Kia Telluride — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Kia Telluride.
How much can you negotiate on a 2020 Kia Telluride?
Negotiating leverage rates 37/100 (moderate). ~56 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2020 Kia Telluride?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,155–$30,422 — its $31,690 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.