2022 Kia Telluride Towing Capacity
The 2022 Kia Telluride can tow 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.
Every 2022 Telluride is listed at 5,000 lbs regardless of trim or drivetrain; no Kia spec sheet for this year could be retrieved, so this rests on secondary sources plus Kia's 2023 release describing the prior limit as 5,000 lbs.
Towing capacity by configuration
| Configuration | Max towing | Payload | What you need to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L V6, all trims, FWD or AWD | 5,000 lbs | See door sticker | Kia says towing requires additional equipment. Edmunds reports an optional tow package with self-leveling rear suspension on EX and SX. |
Can the 2022 Telluride tow your trailer?
What can the 2022 Kia Telluride tow?
Checked against the best-case rating of 5,000 lbs and typical loaded weights. Your configuration may be rated lower, so check it in the table above.
| Trailer | Typical loaded weight | Can it tow it? |
|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a single trailer | 1,250 lbs | Yes 25% of rating |
| Two jet skis on a double trailer | 2,450 lbs | Yes 49% of rating |
| 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat | 2,900 lbs | Yes 58% of rating |
| 18 to 20 ft bass boat | 4,100 lbs | Close to limit 82% of rating |
| 20 ft pontoon boat | 4,100 lbs | Close to limit 82% of rating |
| 22 to 24 ft pontoon boat (two tubes) | 4,400 lbs | Close to limit 88% of rating |
| 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) | 5,800 lbs | No 116% of rating |
| 20 to 22 ft bowrider or deck boat | 4,300 lbs | Close to limit 86% of rating |
| 24 to 26 ft wake boat | 8,000 lbs | No 160% of rating |
| Teardrop camper | 2,000 lbs | Yes 40% of rating |
| Pop-up camper | 2,500 lbs | Yes 50% of rating |
| Small travel trailer (under 20 ft) | 4,000 lbs | Yes 80% of rating |
| 20 to 25 ft travel trailer | 5,800 lbs | No 116% of rating |
| 26 to 30 ft travel trailer | 7,400 lbs | No 148% of rating |
| Travel trailer over 30 ft | 9,000 lbs | No 180% of rating |
| Airstream, 25 to 27 ft | 6,900 lbs | No 138% of rating |
| Small fifth wheel (26 to 30 ft) | 9,200 lbs | No |
| Large fifth wheel (35 to 43 ft) | 16,000 lbs | No |
| Loaded 5x8 enclosed cargo trailer | 2,200 lbs | Yes 44% of rating |
| Loaded 6x12 enclosed cargo trailer | 3,600 lbs | Yes 72% of rating |
| Utility trailer with a riding mower or ATV | 1,700 lbs | Yes 34% of rating |
| Car hauler with a mid-size car | 5,700 lbs | No 114% of rating |
| Two-horse trailer with two horses | 5,900 lbs | No 118% of rating |
Common questions
What is the towing capacity of the 2022 Kia Telluride?
The 2022 Kia Telluride is rated to tow 5,000 lbs, depending on configuration. Every 2022 Telluride is listed at 5,000 lbs regardless of trim or drivetrain; no Kia spec sheet for this year could be retrieved, so this rests on secondary sources plus Kia's 2023 release describing the prior limit as 5,000 lbs.
Can the 2022 Kia Telluride tow a 20 to 25 ft travel trailer?
No. That's over the towing rating. 5,800 lbs is 800 lbs over the 5,000 lb rating. Typical loaded weight is about 5,800 lbs, but yours may differ.
Can the 2022 Kia Telluride tow a 20 ft pontoon boat?
Yes, but it's close to the limit. 4,100 lbs is 82% of the 5,000 lb rating. Many experienced towers stay under 80% (4,000 lbs) to leave room for hills, wind, and gear. Typical loaded weight is about 4,100 lbs, but yours may differ.
Sources
- The New 2023 Telluride Arrives at New York Auto Show (states towing limit increased from 5,000 to 5,500 lbs for X-Pro) (Kia America (via PR Newswire))
- 2022 Kia Telluride Specs & Feature Comparisons (Kelley Blue Book)
- 2022 Kia Telluride LX specs (Cars.com)
Last verified October 31, 2026. We haven't yet confirmed this year line by line against the manufacturer's own document, so double-check it in your owner's manual. See a wrong number? Tell us.