Overview
- West Point, Georgia, began assembling the 2027 Telluride HEV, the first hybrid built in the state and Kia’s first U.S.-assembled HEV.
- The plant marked its 5 millionth vehicle with a ceremonial Telluride attended by Governor Brian Kemp, Kia leadership, and community officials.
- Kia says West Point is the only plant worldwide that builds the Telluride, which has been produced exclusively in Georgia since 2019.
- The facility has annual capacity of about 350,000 units and builds Telluride, Sorento, Sportage, plus the all-electric EV9 and EV6.
- Company statements frame the dual milestones as proof of continued investment, innovation, and workforce strength in Georgia manufacturing.