The 2020 Hyundai Palisade Versus The 2019 Toyota Highlander And The 2019 Honda Pilot
The All-New 2020 Palisade landed at Hyundai of Greeley Summer 2019. This vehicle will eventually take the place of the Santa Fe XL with even more room, more tech and more power and easily accommodates 8 passengers and cargo in affordable luxury. The comparison below is straightforward and highlights engine performance, safety and entertainment technology and simply shows that the Palisade is not only competitive but beats the competition in several key areas our customers look for in a midsize crossover SUV.
The comparison of the 2020 Palisade SE to the Toyota Highlander SE and the Honda Pilot LX includes All-Wheel Drive and upgraded engines(on the competition), because we want to show a real comparison based on the preferences of Colorado drivers. We think the specs listed below will show you that if we're not your first stop of your car shopping list, the 2020 Palisade is certainly not to be missed!
The Palisade completely surrounds you and your passengers with a wide range of features that automatically look out for you. From cameras to ultrasonic sensors to radars, our sophisticated network acts as extra sets of eyes when you drive or park. You'll know it as peace of mind. It's called Hyundai SmartSense. Standard equipment on the base SE model includes an 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a second-row bench seat, conversation mirror, cargo area underfloor storage and five USB ports and a whole lot more!
"With the Palisade, you get more for your hard-earned bucks." says Car and Driver. Consumer Reports said "The Palisade looks poised to give the current crop of three-row midsized SUVs a serious run for the money." Motortrend's Headline summed the Palisade up nicely, "2020 Hyundai Palisade Review: Champagne Taste on a Prosecco Budget" and went on to say "There are five driving modes, and you'll be perfectly fine leaving it in Comfort or Smart all the time. Smart delivers on its promise, adapting seamlessly to your driving style in the moment, giving you relaxed cruising when you want it and more response when you need it."
2020 HYUNDAI PALISADE AWD VERSUS THE COMPETITION
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade SE AWD | 2019 Toyota Highlander LE Plus AWD | 2019 Honda Pilot LX AWD | |
| Start @ MSRP | $33,250 | $38,070 | $33,350 |
| Engine | 3.8L GDI DOHC V-6 | 3.5L DI DOHC V-6 | 3.8L GDI DOHC V-6 |
| Horsepower | 291 @6,000 | 295 @6,500 | 280 @6,000 |
| Torque | 262 @5,200 | 263 @4,700 | 262 @4,700 |
| Drive Mode Select | S-Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart, Snow | Snow | S-Econ, Normal |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Auto w/shiftronic w/ paddle shifter, shift by wire | 8-Speed Auto w/sequential shift | 6 Automatic |
| Idle Stop and Go | STD | STD | n/a |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Seating | 7 or 8-Passenger | 7 or 8-Passenger | 8-Passenger |
| Dimensions - Exterior Length/Wheelbase/Height |
196.1/114.2/77.8/68.9 | 192.5/109.8/75.8/68.1 | 196.5/111/78.6/70.5 |
| Interior Headroom Front/2nd Row/3rd Row |
40.7/40.1/37.4 | 40.7/39.9/35.9 | 40.1/40.2/38.9 |
| Interior Legroom Front/2nd Row/3rd Row |
44.1/42.4/31.4 | 40.9/38.4/31.9 | 44.2/38.4/27.7 |
| Cargo Volume All Seats Up/Max Capacity |
18 cu. ft./45.8 cu. ft. | 13.8 cu. ft./42.3 cu. ft. | 16.5 cu. ft./47.4 cu. ft. |
| Safety - Backup Camera | STD | STD | STD |
| Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian Detection | STD | STD | STD |
| Driver Attention Warning | STD | n/a | n/a |
| Lane Keeping Assist | STD | STD | STD |
| Rear Parking Sensors | STD | n/a | n/a |
| Rear Occupant Alert | STD | n/a | n/a |
| Rear-Seat Quiet Control | STD | n/a | n/a |
| Smart Cruise-Control w/Stop & Go | STD | STD (no stop & go) | STD (no stop & go) |
| Infotainment Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | STD | n/a | n/a |
| Color Display Audio w/Backup Camera | 8 inch | 8 inch | 5 inch |
| Warranty - New Vehicle Limited | 5 yr / 60,000 | 3 yr / 36,000 | 3 yr / 36,000 |
| Powertrain Limited Warranty | 10 yr / 100,000 | 5 yr / 60,000 | 5 yr / 60,000 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 yr / unlimited miles | 2 yr / unlimited miles | 3 yr / unlimited miles |
| Fuel Economy City/Hwy/Combined EPA - est MPG | 19/24/21 | 20/26/22 | 18/26/21 |