Ford Expedition 64·Kia Telluride 80on the MotiveGrid Score·Kia Telluride about $23,124 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2027 Kia Telluride is the cheaper one to own — roughly $23,124 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better. The Ford Expedition counters with more power (400 vs 291 hp).
Go with the Kia Telluride for the better long-term value; consider the Ford Expedition if you prioritize stronger acceleration.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Ford Expedition vs. Kia Telluride
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Ford Expedition versus 2027 Kia Telluride.
Metric
Ford Expedition
Kia Telluride
MotiveGrid Score
64
80
Cost of Ownership
47
72
Powertrain
55
60
Driver Assistance
38
32
Livability
54
63
Safety
87
100
5-Year Cost to Own
$81,000
$57,877
Depreciation (5-yr)
$34,916
$20,771
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$17,723
$15,304
Insurance (5-yr)
$12,935
$10,760
Maintenance (5-yr)
$3,090
$1,915
Tires (5-yr)
$2,150
$2,150
Financing (5-yr)
$8,727
$5,896
Registration (5-yr)
$1,460
$1,080
Starting Price
$58,000
$39,190
Horsepower
400 hp
291 hp
MPG (combined)
19 mpg
22 mpg
Cargo volume
20.9 cu ft
21 cu ft
Seating
8
8
Towing capacity
9,000 lbs
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Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
Gas
2026$58,000
MSRP
$58,000
Mo · 5yr
$1,350
$81,000 / 5 years
Best for driver assistance
Gas
2027$39,190
MSRP
$39,190
Mo · 5yr
$965
$57,877 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
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01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Kia Telluride scores higher overall.
Ford Expedition
0
/ 100
Kia Telluride
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
Expedition
47
Telluride
72
Winner: Telluride
$23,124 cheaper / 5 yrs
Low maintenance cost▲
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
Expedition
55
Telluride
60
Winner: Telluride
+5 pts
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
Expedition
38
Telluride
32
Winner: Expedition
+6 pts
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
Expedition
54
Telluride
63
Winner: Telluride
+9 pts
Easy to maneuver and park▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Kia Telluride is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $23,124 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Ford Expedition still wins if your priority is best for driver assistance.
Daily commuter
Kia Telluride
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Kia Telluride
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Kia Telluride
Stronger safety with marginally more cargo space
Highway driver
Ford Expedition
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Kia Telluride
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Ford Expedition
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$1,350
$81,000 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$1,350/mo
Kia Telluride
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$965
$57,877 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$965/mo
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Frequently asked questions
Kia Telluride comes out about $23,124 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.
