Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride: Which Three-Row SUV Is Better For You

When deciding between the Hyundai Palisade  vs Kia Telluride  there are several key things to consider:

  • The Hyundai Palisade stands out from the Kia Telluride with the option to upgrade to Quilted Leather Door Panels, Suede headliner,  an ergo-motion driver seat, power-heated 3rd row seats, 64 color ambient lighting, and built-in thigh-cushions 
  • The Hyundai Palisade delivers a luxury-inspired driving experience, while the Kia Telluride takes a bold rugged approach. 
  • The Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both share a 291 horsepower V6 engine that can get up to 262 pound-feet of torque.
  • The Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride are both built on a uni-body platform.
  • Both the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride offer semi-similar dimensions. To be specific the Hyundai Palisade provides 86.4  ft³  of cargo volume behind the first row and the Kia Telluride offers 87 ft³ behind the first row. 
  • The Hyundai Palisade costs slightly more than the Kia Telluride.
  • In 2024, Hyundai sold 110,055 Palisades SUVS, and Kia sold 115,053 Telluride SUVs. 

For an in-depth review of the Hyundai Palisade midsize crossover three-row SUV vs Kia Telluride midsize crossover three-row SUV , keep reading. 

Hyundai Palisade Pros & Cons:

  • Luxury-inspired amenities 
  • Accommodates 8-passengers with plenty of legroom
  • Generous cargo space with fold-flat rear seats
  • Smooth well-composed drive on all surfaces
  • Backed by Hyundai's 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty
  • Premium styling and build quality
  • Delightful Ergo Motion Driver Seat 
  • Max Towing Capacity of 5,000 lbs.

Kia Telluride Pros & Cons :

  • Bold, rugged, exterior design
  • X-Line trim provides enhanced off-road handling capabilities
  • Slightly larger cargo area 
  • Rugged yet refined interior 
  • Standard max towing capacity of 5,500 lbs. 

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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Specs & Performance

Hyundai Palisade Engine Specs

  • Engine 3.8-liter, 24-valve, dual-CVVT (Atkinson Cycle) V6 engine
  • Horsepower 291 @ 6000
  • Torque: 262 @ 5200
  • Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs. 
  • EPA -Est. MPG (Cty/Hwy/Comb) FWD: 19 / 26 / 22
  • Drivetrain: FWD or AWD
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.8 gallons 

 Kia Telluride Engine Specs

  • Engine 3.8-liter, 24-valve, dual-CVVT (Atkinson Cycle) V6 engine
  • Horsepower 291 @ 6000
  • Torque: 262 @ 5200
  • Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs. 
  • EPA -Est. MPG (Cty/Hwy/Comb) FWD: 20/26/22
  • Drivetrain: FWD or AWD
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.8 gallons 

Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride: Horsepower & Torque

The Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both come standard with a 3.8-liter V6 engine that can get up to 291 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque.

Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Palisade MPG 

As far as fuel economy goes, the FWD 2025 Hyundai Palisade can get up to 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway, and the FWD Kia Telluride can get up to 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. The AWD Hyundai Palisade delivers an EPA estimated 19 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and 21 mpg combined. The AWD Kia Telluride, on the other hand, provides an EPA estimated  18 mpg in the city , 23 mpg on the highway, and 20 mpg combined.

Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Drivetrain Configuration 

Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive are both options  for the Palisade and the Telluride.

Decision

In short, the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both emphasize power and capability. The only difference is that the new Hyundai Palisade offers a more refined drive on city surfaces. 





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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Dimensions

At the base level, the standard seating capacity in the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride is eight-passengers. Seven passenger seating is available in the Hyundai Palisade SEL, XRT, Limited, SEL Premium and Calligraphy. As far as the Kia Telluride goes, seven passenger seating is available in the Kia Telluride EX X-Line, EX X-Pro, SX X-Line, SX Prestige, SX Prestige X-Line, SX Prestige X-Pro.


As far as the interior passenger volume goes, the new three-row Hyundai Palisade comes standard with 155.3 cu.-ft. of passenger volume and the new three-row Kia Telluride comes standard with 178.1 cu. ft. of interior volume. 

In terms of legroom, the new Palisade offers 44.1 inches of legroom in the first row, 42.4-inches in the second row, and 31.4 -inches in the third row. The new three-row Telluride, on the other hand, offers 41.4-inches of legroom in the first-row, 42.4-inches in the second row, and 31.4-inches in the third-row.  

When discussing cargo volume, the new three-row Hyundai Palisade offers 86.4 cu.-ft. behind the first row, 45.8 cu.-ft. behind the second row, and 18.0 cu.-ft. of cargo volume behind the third row.  In comparison, the new three-row Kia Telluride offers 87 cu.-ft. of cargo volume behind the first row, 46 cu.-ft. behind the second row, and 21 cu.-ft. behind the third row. 

2025 Hyundai Palisade Dimensions

Rows:3
Seating Capacity:8
Wheelbase:114.2 in
Length:196.1 in
Height:68.9 in
Width:77.8 in
Ground Clearance:8.0 in
Total Interior Volume:173.3 cu ft
Passenger Volume:155.3 cu ft
Cargo Capacity 1st Row:86.4 cu ft
Cargo Capacity 2nd Row:45.8 cu.-ft.
Cargo Capacity 3rd Row:18.0 cu.-ft.
Legroom 1st Row:44.1-inches
Legroom 2nd  Row:42.4
Legroom 3rd Row:31.4-inches
2025 Kia Telluride Dimensions

Rows:3
Seating Capacity:8
Wheelbase:114.2 in
Length:196.9 in
Height:68.9 in
Width:78.3 in
Ground Clearance:8.0 in
Total Interior Volume:178.1 cu ft
Passenger Volume:N/A
Cargo Capacity:87 cu ft
Cargo Capacity 2nd Row46 cu ft
Cargo Capacity 3rd Row:21 cu ft
Legroom 1st Row:41.4 - inches
Legroom 2ndRow:42.4 - inches
Legroom 3rd Row:31.4 - inches
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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Interior Convenience Features and Technology

Stepping inside, the key difference between the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride is more distinctive in the higher trim levels. For instance, the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy and the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Night exclusively offers Quilted leather door panels, an Ergo Motion Drivers Seat,  and a built-in Thigh cushion extension for the driver seat.. As a further convenience, the Hyundai Palisade Limited, Calligraphy, and Limited Calligraphy come available with third-row heated seats. 

Hyundai Palisade Available Features

Heated 3rd Row Seats:Available
Quilted Leather Door Panels:Available
Built-in Thigh Cushions:Available
Ergo-Motion Driver's Seat:Available
Premium Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces:Available
12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster :Available
Kia Telluride Available Features

Heated 3rd Row Seats:Not Available
Quilted Leather Door Panels:Not Available
Built-in Thigh Cushion :Not Available
Ergo Motion Driver's Seat:Available
Premium Nappa Lather Seating Surfaces :Not Available
12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster  :Available
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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Safety Features

When it comes down to safety, the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both received a "Top Safety Pick +" award from the IIHS. The key difference e between the Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride is the product presentation and naming. To demonstrate, the Hyundai Palisade comes standard with Hyundai SmartSense and the Kia Telluride comes standard with Kia Drive Wise. Both systems offer: 
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 
  • Lane Keeping Assist 
  • Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist 
  • Smart Cruise Control
  • Highway Driving Assist 
  • Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse*
  • Lane Following Assist
  • Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go - Curve

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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Price

The Hyundai Palisade is priced slightly higher than the Kia Telluride, showcasing its enhanced features and upscale design. To be clear, the new Hyundai Palisade SE base model's estimated starting MSRP is $36,800* and the new Kia Telluride LX base model's estimated starting MSRP is $36,190*. With this in mind, the Hyundai Palisade is perfect for drivers who don't mind paying a little more for a lot more. 
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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Warranty

When it comes down to warranty, the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both vehicles offer a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty. The biggest difference is that the Hyundai Palisade offers 24/7 roadside assistance for 5 years with unlimited mileage, while the Kia Telluride offers the same coverage for 5 years but caps it at 60,000 miles.

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Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride: Final Decision

Ultimately, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and the 2025 Kia Telluride are nearly identical. The key difference is that the 2025 Hyundai Palisade is luxuriously handcrafted with premium upscale features. But make no mistake. There's more to the Hyundai Palisade than meets the eye. From the quilted leather door panels, to the melange and microfiber headliner, to the Passenger Talk In-car Intercom. But most of all, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade makes it easy and to get up and go with a potent 291 hp 3.8-liter V6 engine that can get up to 262 lb.-ft. of torque. Add in the 5,000 lb. max towing capacity, you've got everything you need right where you want it. But don't just take our word for it. Stop by and schedule a test drive today.

Yes. The Kia Telluride's exterior dimensions are slightly larger than the Hyundai Palisade's exterior dimensions. To be specific, the Hyundai Palisade is 196.1-inches long and the Kia Telluride is 196.9 inches long. The Hyundai Palisade's max width is  77.8-inches, and the Kia Telluride's max width is 78.3-inches. The Hyundai Palisade's max height is 68.9-inches and the Kia Telluride's overall height is 69.3-inches. As far as the wheelbase goes, the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride both offer a 114.2-inch long wheelbase. In terms of the cabin, the Hyundai Palisade total interior cabin volume is 173.3 cu.-ft.  and the Kia Telluride's total interior cabin is 178.1 cu.-ft. As far as cargo volume goes, the Kia Telluride offers 87 cu.-ft. of cargo volume behind the first row, 46 cu.-ft. behind the second row, and 21 cu.-ft. behind the third-row. Alternatively, the Hyundai Palisade offers 86.4 cu.-ft. of cargo volume behind the first row, 45.8 cu.-ft. behind the second row, 18.0 cu.-ft. behind the third row. To learn more, check out our new Hyundai Palisade review.

The new Hyundai Palisade XRT stands out with exclusive features that enhance it's bold, rugged style and functionality. Key features includes dark front grille accents, XRT-specific bumpers, black roof rails, and 20-inch XRT-exclusive wheels. Inside, the Hyundai Palisade XRT offers a power sunroof, black H-Tex Trimmed Seats, and rear side-window sunshades.    

 The Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride prices vary according to trim level, color options, convenience packages, accessories, manufacturer incentives, dealership specials, and more. 

The new Hyundai Palisade comes available with seven color options:.

  • Abyss Black Pearl
  • Sierrra Burgundy
  • Robust Emerald
  • Typhoon Silver
  • Moonlight Cloud
  • Hyper White
  • Steel Graphite

Yes. At Napleton Valley Hyundai we offer affordable yet flexible lease options for the new Hyundai Palisade. In our experience, we've been able to help drivers tailor their lease agreement to fit their lifestyle. To start leasing a new Hyundai Palisade contact us today.

The Calligraphy is the crown jewel of the Hyundai Palisade lineup. It comes standard with a dual 12.3-inch touchscreen, an Ergo-Motion driver seat, quilted leather door panels, and dark premium leather seat surfaces. Contact us today to learn more about the new Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy.    .

The Hyundai Palisade is named after the Pacific Islander neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. The word Palisade can refer to a series of coastal cliffs, or defensive fence or stakes.  .

Yes. According to J.D. Power, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade has been rate at 83/100 points. 

With the proper upkeep, Hyundai Palisade maintenance is typically affordable. To learn more about maintaining your new Hyundai Palisade contact your local Aurora Hyundai dealer. .

Discover your next three-row Hyundai Palisade at Napleton Valley Hyundai! Conveniently located at 4333 Ogden Ave, Aurora, IL 60504, we offer a wide selection of Palisade models, including the new Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, and XRT trims. Take advantage of our competitive financing and lease options tailored to fit your budget. Contact us by phone, apply online, or stop by today to connect with our team of experts and find the perfect Hyundai Palisade for you!.

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