OAKES KIA NKC • SERVING LEBANON & THE OZARK CORRIDOR • 130 MILES VIA I-44
Tow Up to 5,000 Lbs. Carry 7 Passengers. Run I-44 Efficiently.
Lebanon’s position on the I-44 corridor — 130 miles southeast of Kansas City, gateway to the Missouri Ozarks — creates a specific set of demands on a family vehicle. The I-44 run to Kansas City or Springfield is long enough that highway efficiency matters. The Ozark recreational landscape — Bennett Spring, Pomme de Terre Lake, the Gasconade River — makes towing capability genuinely useful rather than theoretical. And family size in Laclede County makes three-row seating a practical requirement rather than an occasional luxury. The 2027 Kia Telluride delivers on all three: 26 MPG highway in FWD, up to 5,000 lbs of towing with AWD, and genuine third-row seating for 7 or 8 passengers backed by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
5,000 Lbs for Every Lebanon Outdoor Adventure
When AWD-equipped, the 2027 Telluride handles everything the Ozark recreational landscape demands:
Six Telluride Configurations for Lebanon’s Buyers
From the fully equipped LX that serves Lebanon’s practical working families to the SX Prestige flagship that makes the I-44 corridor run feel like a different experience entirely:
Fully Equipped Foundation
- 3.8L V6 — 291 hp standard
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Forward Collision-Avoidance standard
- 7 or 8-passenger seating
Comfort Upgrade
- Heated front & 2nd-row seats
- Panoramic sunroof standard
- Smart cruise control
- Driver Attention Warning
Most Popular Trim
- Harman Kardon audio system
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- 10.25″ navigation display
- Power-adjustable driver seat
Rugged Style, AWD Standard
- Active AWD with Terrain Mode
- 19″ gloss-black alloy wheels
- All-road exterior cladding
- Skid plate protection
Technology & Luxury
- Highway Driving Assist
- Ventilated & heated front seats
- Surround View Monitor — 360°
- Safe Exit Warning standard
The Best Telluride
- Nappa leather seating
- Head-up display standard
- 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio
- Every available safety feature
Oakes Kia NKC — 130 Miles North on I-44
Oakes Kia at 2900 Burlington Street in North Kansas City is a 130-mile I-44 drive north of Lebanon — a route that Lebanon buyers know well. Our Telluride inventory depth, pricing transparency, and experience with rural Missouri buyer needs consistently make the drive worth making. We serve the full Ozark corridor:
Oakes Kia NKC understands rural Missouri buyer realities.
Agricultural income documentation, variable cash flow financing, and high-mileage trade-ins of working vehicles — our finance and appraisal teams handle all of it without judgment. We work with multiple lenders who understand the Ozark-country buyer profile and find financing that fits your actual situation, not a standardized urban framework.
What Matters Most for the Ozark Corridor Lifestyle
5,000 Lb AWD Towing
For Lebanon families who tow boats to Bennett Spring, campers to Table Rock Lake, or ATVs into the Mark Twain National Forest, the Telluride AWD’s 5,000-lb tow rating covers every trailer application the Ozark region creates. This is the family vehicle that eliminates the need for a separate tow vehicle.
I-44 Highway Driving Assist
Available on SX trim and above, Highway Driving Assist manages following distance and lane centering simultaneously on compatible highway sections. For Lebanon buyers who run the I-44 corridor to Kansas City or Springfield regularly, HDA reduces driver fatigue on the long, relatively straight highway sections that define the route.
10-Year Powertrain Warranty
Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty is the strongest standard coverage in the midsize three-row SUV segment. For Lebanon families who plan to own their Telluride for many years — as rural Missouri buyers typically do — this warranty provides genuine long-term ownership confidence.
Built for Rural Missouri Buyers
Apply for Financing
Apply online from Lebanon before making the I-44 drive north. Our team has experience with rural Missouri buyer profiles, including agricultural income structures and variable cash flow. Multiple lenders, no judgment, transparent options.
Start Application →Value Your Trade
Start your KBB Instant Cash Offer from Lebanon before visiting. In Missouri, your trade reduces the taxable selling price of your new Telluride. We accept all makes and models at any mileage. Agricultural work vehicles are welcome.
Get Trade Value →Schedule Service
Our Kia-certified service center at Burlington Street handles all Telluride service and warranty work. We understand a 130-mile service visit requires scheduling precision and work to complete qualifying visits same-day.
Book Appointment →What Ozark Corridor Telluride Buyers Are Saying
“We tow a pontoon to Lake of the Ozarks from Lebanon every summer. The Telluride AWD handles the 5,000-lb tow comfortably and still serves as our everyday family vehicle. Oakes Kia NKC was transparent about every number and handled our rural Missouri situation without any complexity.”
“The 10-year warranty sealed the decision for our family. We keep vehicles for 8 to 10 years in rural Missouri — that coverage changes the math significantly. Oakes Kia understood our agricultural income situation and found financing that actually fit.”
“Made the I-44 drive from Lebanon to look at the X-Line AWD. The Terrain Mode is exactly what our county roads demand in winter. Oakes Kia NKC honored our online trade estimate exactly and had the deal structured before we finished the test drive.”
2027 Telluride Exterior Color Palette
Lebanon-area buyers can select from approximately ten 2027 Telluride exterior finishes. The X-Line and X-Pro trims carry exclusive access to Terrain Brown and the matte finish options — the earth tones that suit Ozark-country driving and the outdoor lifestyle they support:
Panthera Metal
All trims
Included
Ebony Black
All trims
$495
Glacial White Pearl
All trims
$495
Ivory Silver
S • EX • SX • SX Prestige
Included
Midnight Lake Blue
S • EX • SX • X-Line • X-Pro
Included
Black Jade Green
EX • SX • X-Line • X-Pro
$495
Wolf Gray
Code C7S
X-Line • X-Pro
Included
Terrain Brown
X-Line • X-Pro
Included
Terrain Brown Matte
X-Line • X-Pro
Premium matte
Panthera Metal Matte
X-Line • X-Pro
Premium matte
Interior Color & Material Combinations
The 2027 Telluride moves well beyond all-black interiors. Higher trims unlock dual-tone SynTex and SynTex Suede combinations, with X-Line and X-Pro offering rugged-themed options and SX Prestige carrying the most distinctive schemes in the lineup:
- Black SynTex & Cloth — LX, S
- Black SynTex — EX and above
- Black & Butter Brown SynTex — EX
- Black & Millstone SynTex & Suede — X-Line, X-Pro
- Saddle Brown & Millstone SynTex & Suede — X-Line, X-Pro
- Deep Navy & Tuscan Umber SynTex — SX Prestige
- Blackberry & Sand Beige SynTex & Suede — SX Prestige
Color availability and pricing vary by trim level, production timing, and current inventory. Contact our team to confirm availability on the specific configuration you are considering.
Common Questions from Lebanon-Area Telluride Buyers
Is the 2027 Telluride a good choice for Lebanon’s mix of I-44 highway and rural driving?
Yes. The Telluride’s 26 MPG highway efficiency makes the I-44 corridor economical. Available AWD with Terrain Mode provides traction confidence on the county roads and rural surfaces around Laclede County. The 5,000-lb tow rating covers every recreational and light agricultural trailer application Lebanon-area buyers encounter.
How does Oakes Kia NKC handle financing for rural Missouri buyers with agricultural income?
Our finance team works with multiple lenders who understand agricultural income structures, seasonal cash flow documentation, and rural Missouri buyer profiles. We present options that fit your actual income situation rather than forcing a salaried-buyer framework.
Can I have my Telluride serviced at Oakes Kia NKC from Lebanon?
Yes. We understand that a 130-mile service trip requires scheduling efficiency. We work to complete qualifying service visits same-day and communicate clearly throughout. Many Lebanon buyers schedule their first maintenance appointment at the time of purchase.
What is the Telluride’s towing capacity compared to a compact pickup truck?
The AWD Telluride’s 5,000-lb tow rating exceeds the towing capacity of many compact pickup trucks while providing three-row family seating, a more refined interior, and better everyday fuel economy in highway driving. For Lebanon families who use their vehicle for both family transportation and recreational towing, the Telluride eliminates the need for a separate truck.
Does the Telluride’s warranty cover the full I-44 corridor driving pattern?
Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty covers the engine, transmission, and drivetrain regardless of road type, highway miles, or driving conditions. For Lebanon buyers who log high annual mileage on I-44, this warranty provides meaningful long-term coverage that extends well into the typical rural Missouri ownership period.
The Right Three-Row SUV for the Ozark Corridor
Browse our Telluride inventory from Lebanon, value your current vehicle, and apply online before making the I-44 run north. Oakes Kia at 2900 Burlington Street, North Kansas City, MO — the Telluride destination for Ozark-country families.
