What Lubbock buyers say about the Kia Telluride at Group 1 Kia Hub City
Lubbock buyers who bring a Telluride home from Group 1 Kia Hub City describe a fast, friendly purchase and a service team they come back to. The figures back that up for a Lubbock week: 7 or 8 seats, up to 5,000 lbs of towing when properly equipped, and 7.4 in to 9.1 in of ground clearance.
Much of the listing record still carries our old name, Gene Messer Kia. We are the same store on 19th Street in west Lubbock, and Lubbock owners have plenty to say about the Telluride they bought and serviced with us.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Lubbock. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Lubbock families get 7 or 8 seats and 48.7 cu ft behind row two
A Lubbock family that needs a third row gets one in the Telluride. Kia lists 7 seats or 8 depending on the trim, and 48.7 cu ft of cargo room behind the second row.
The choice between 7 and 8 is the first thing to settle. A household of eight needs an 8-seat trim, and we can tell you which of the 10 trims seat eight when you call or stop by. A household of five or six can choose a trim on other grounds, because every Telluride lists at least 7 seats.
Cargo room matters as much as seats. A second row full of passengers still leaves 48.7 cu ft of room behind it for what travels with them: the groceries, the sports bags, the stroller. For a family in Lubbock that fills every seat on Friday and every cargo corner on Saturday, those two figures decide the question before horsepower or trim names do.
A Lubbock weekend trailer works while the loaded weight stays under 5,000 lbs
A Telluride tows up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped, according to Kia. That covers a Lubbock weekend trailer as long as the loaded weight stays under that line.
The rating is a limit for the whole trailer with everything packed in it. Add the weight of the trailer itself, the gear, and anything you carry aboard before you compare the total to 5,000 lbs. A trailer that weighs well under the limit empty can still cross it once it is loaded for the weekend.
The rating also belongs to a properly equipped vehicle. Before you hitch anything to a Telluride, ask us to confirm what that specific vehicle carries, so the 5,000 lbs on paper matches the Telluride in your driveway. A buyer who tows every other weekend should have that conversation before the purchase, and we are glad to have it.
Lubbock floods and commutes suit 7.4 in to 9.1 in of ground clearance
A Telluride sits 7.4 in to 9.1 in off the road, depending on the trim, and Lubbock gives that clearance real work. NOAA recorded 17 flood and flash flood events in Lubbock County over the five years from 2021 through 2025 (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 2025).
Clearance helps on a wet street. It never replaces turning around at deep water, but it gives a Telluride more room over a flooded intersection than a lower vehicle has. A buyer who wants the most clearance should ask us which trims sit at the high end of that range.
The daily drive matters too. Each auto commuter in the Lubbock urban area lost 22 hours to congestion delay in 2024 (Texas A&M Transportation Institute, 2025). A Telluride that seats the family and tows the trailer is also the vehicle those 22 hours happen in, so the seat, the cabin, and the ride have to work on a Tuesday as well as a holiday.
| Figure | Telluride, 2027 model year | What it answers for a Lubbock buyer |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats to 8 seats, by trim | Whether a Lubbock family of five to eight fits |
| Cargo behind the second row | 48.7 cu ft | How much gear rides with a full second row |
| Maximum towing | 5,000 lbs, properly equipped | Whether a Lubbock weekend trailer stays under the limit |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in to 9.1 in, by trim | How a Telluride handles Lubbock’s flooded streets |
| MSRP | $39,190 to $56,790 across 10 trims | What Kia suggests a Lubbock buyer start from |
A Telluride’s MSRP runs $39,190 to $56,790 before Lubbock County’s $10.00 fee
Kia’s suggested prices run from $39,190 to $56,790 across 10 trims, and the LX is the lowest. Those are the manufacturer’s suggested prices. They are not an offer from us, and the price on a specific vehicle gets settled in a conversation about that vehicle.
Texas adds its own charges on top. Motor vehicle sales tax is 6.25 percent of the sales price, minus any trade-in allowance (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). A trade-in therefore lowers the amount the tax applies to, which is one more reason to value your current vehicle before you decide on a trim.
Lubbock County is a gentle place to register. The county adds $10.00 in local fees at vehicle registration, the most common county local fee in Texas (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026). Put the MSRP range, the tax, and that $10.00 side by side and the trim you choose drives the total far more than the county you live in.
Lubbock Telluride owners praise our sales team and our service work
We built the buying and owning side of the Telluride around the questions a Lubbock buyer asks. We take trade-ins at our dealership without an appointment. Our online trade tool, titled “Sell Your Vehicle” with a “Get My Price” button, gives a price from a license plate, a VIN, or a make and model, so you can bring a number with you.
If your current Kia lease is ending, we have a Kia lease return center. When your Telluride is in for service, a shuttle service and loaners are available if needed. Our parts department stocks genuine Kia parts, which carry a 12-month Replacement Parts Limited Warranty, and it offers rotating parts specials.
The owners say it better than we can. In a September 2026 Google review of Group 1 Kia Hub City, Jenny B. wrote: “Thank you so much to Ryan Martinez for helping my husband and I with our new 2025 telluride S!!! We love it! You were so fast respectful and helpful we will for sure keep you in mind for our next visit ☺️”
Larry L. summed up our service work in an August 2026 Google review of Group 1 Kia Hub City: “They did a good job every time I need to get something done to my 2024 Kia Telluride”
Kip H. wrote about the purchase itself in an August 2026 Google review of us: “It was great working with TK when I purchased my Telluride. He made the process fun and easy! Everyone at the dealership was nice. The experience was enjoyable I highly recommend this dealership and working with TK. I will be back!”
Frequently asked questions
How much legroom do the second and third rows give?
The Telluride lists 43 in of second-row legroom and 32.1 in of third-row legroom. Sit in the third row before you decide, since 32.1 in is the figure and your own passengers are the test. We are glad to let you try the seats on the lot.
How much horsepower does the Telluride make?
Kia lists 274 hp for the Telluride. If you plan to pull a trailer, read that figure together with the 5,000 lbs towing rating, which applies when the vehicle is properly equipped.
What warranty covers a new Telluride?
Kia gives the Telluride a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. A Lubbock buyer who plans to keep the vehicle for a decade gets the most from the longer powertrain term.
Does the 2027 Telluride carry a safety award?
Five Kia models carry the IIHS 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, and the 2027 Telluride built after June 2026 is one of them (IIHS, 2026). The award depends on the build date, so ask us to confirm it on the specific Telluride you want.
Can I service my Telluride where I bought it?
Yes. We run service, parts, and financing on site at our 19th Street store in west Lubbock. A Telluride owner can buy, finance, and return for maintenance in one place, with one team that works on Kia vehicles.
Is Group 1 Kia Hub City the same store as Gene Messer Kia?
Yes. The Gene Messer Kia store on 19th Street is now Group 1 Kia Hub City, at the same address. Some listings still use the old name, so a search under either name leads to us.
Lubbock buyers say the Telluride fits their week and our team makes buying it plain
A Lubbock family needs the third row and the cargo room, and a buyer with a weekend trailer needs the loaded weight to stay under the towing rating. A commuter or a driver who meets flooded streets should weigh the clearance, and a buyer watching cost should start from the suggested price range and the state’s charges. We are the Kia store on 19th Street in west Lubbock, formerly Gene Messer Kia, and we keep the buying conversation plain and low-pressure. For the Lubbock buyer who wants a Kia, our store is the decision.
Group 1 Kia Hub City sells, services, and finances Kia vehicles on 19th Street
We sell new, used, and certified pre-owned Kia vehicles in west Lubbock, and we run service, parts, and financing on site. Google shows us at 4.5 stars across 2,045 reviews (Google, 2026). We were Gene Messer Kia before we took the Group 1 name, and we are part of Group 1 Automotive, which posted record full-year revenue of $22.6 billion, up 13.2%, and sold 459,000 new and used vehicles, a company record (Group 1 Automotive, 2026).
Farrah M. described a purchase with us in a June 2026 Google review of Group 1 Kia Hub City: “Our sales guy and our finance guy were amazing. they made the process very quick. I have never purchased a vehicle so fast in my life. They were very friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend.” A Telluride buyer who comes to us gets a plain conversation with people who work on nothing but Kia.
Come see our current Telluride inventory at Group 1 Kia Hub City.
Group 1 Kia Hub City answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Lubbock showroom, or call (844) 402-3025.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Group 1 Kia Hub City for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
