Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride are the best mid-sized SUVs in the Australian market. Even though both vehicles look similar, you will notice several differences when you look closer.
The Hyundai Palisade is a three-row SUV with upscale interiors. The quality trims and luxurious styling give it an edge over its competitors. The standard V6 engine provides powerful acceleration and a smooth ride. The Palisade is available in five trims, and you can choose one that fits your budget and other specific needs.
With its spacious interior, the Kia Telluride can seat eight passengers comfortably. The well-equipped trims have standard infotainment and safety features. The V6 engine ensures that the ride is quiet and smooth. You can choose from all-wheel or front-wheel drive from a wide range of trims.
Let's look at some of the significant differences between the Hyundai Palisade and the Kia Telluride.
Cargo Space
With the second and third rows closed, the Hyundai Palisade offers 86.4 cubic feet of storage, whereas the Hyundai Palisade offers 87 cubic feet of storage space.
The cargo space behind the second row is identical for both SUVs, with the Hyundai offering 45.8 and the Kia offering 46. The area behind the third row is where there is an actual difference. Kia offers 21 cubic feet, whereas the Hyundai provides 18 cubic feet.
Seat Comfort
Both Kia and Hyundai vehicles can seat eight people comfortably. The SUVs have three rows, with the second-row bench seat being standard.
The stadium-style seating of the SUVs provides passengers in the rear seat with a good view of the road.
The first and second-row seats are well-cushioned and supportive. The driver and the passengers get a good head and leg room. The third-row seats have less cushioning with tight legroom.
The optional features offered by both vehicles include ventilated and heated first and second-row seats and complete leather upholstery. The Hyundai offers a power third-row seat on the Limited trim version, whereas the Kia provides no such feature.
Safety and Reliability
The Palisade and Telluride have highly-rated safety features that protect drivers and passengers. The advanced safety features of Kia include collision avoidance assist, driver attention warning, pedestrian detection, and automatic emergency braking. The top-tier rearview camera will let the driver see what is behind.
The Hyundai has all the advanced safety features of the Kia. The SUV was rated five out of five on all safety aspects by IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety).
Engine and Fuel Economy
Both SUVs' engines are the V-6, 3.8 litres, and deliver 291 hp and 262 pound-feet of torque. The towing capacity of both vehicles is 5,000 lbs.
The fuel economy of Kia is 20 cities, 26 on the highway and 23 combined. The fuel economy of Hyundai is 19 cities, 24 highways and 21 combined.
Warranty Benefits
The standard warranty of Hyundai is impressive and covers the following:
- Sixty thousand miles/Five years – New Vehicle Limited.
- One hundred thousand miles/ Ten years – Powertrain Limited.
- Unlimited miles/Seven years – Anti-Perforation.
- Unlimited miles/Five years – 24/7 roadside assistance.
When you compare the Hyundai warranty with Kia, you will find that Kia doesn't offer unlimited miles, five years, or 24/7 roadside assistance. It only offers 60,000 miles. Similarly, Kia only offers 100,000 miles and five years of anti-perforation warranty.
Exterior Styling
The Palisade styling uses a large bold bowed grille to make a statement. The front of the SUV looks traditional, and the split composite headlights give it a refined look. The 20-inch alloy wheels add to the overall elegance of this SUV.
The Telluride looks both sophisticated and rugged. The bold styling makes the SUV look luxurious. The prominent grille and narrow upright headlights give it a hefty look.
Interiors
The interior door panel of the Hyundai has an aluminium finish. The quilted leather on the door panels looks incredible. The instrument cluster and the 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen look impeccable. The centre console gets slightly raised and includes the drive mode selector and tri-zone climate control.
The seats are made of leather, giving the cabin a richness often seen in luxurious SUVs. The front and middle rows of the Palisade offer 40.7 inches of headroom in the front and 40.1 inches in the second row. The twin moonroof setup makes it look pretty cool.
The front and middle rows of the Hyundai offer 44.1 and 42.4 inches of legroom, and the third row offers 31.4 inches of leg space. The one-touch buttons behind the third row help you fold the second and third rows to access extra cargo space.
The all-black leather look of the Telluride gives it a premium look and feel. The matte wood finish of the cabin makes the SUV look warm and comfortable. The third row of the Kia is smaller in comparison to the other two rows. The 31.4 inches of legroom are adequate only for medium-sized adults.
Technology
The all-digital instrument panel of the Hyundai helps provide a brilliant display. The heads-up display is large. The blind spot camera helps display the feed in the dials based on which indicator has got switched on.
The touchscreen infotainment is easy to use. You can customise it to your specific requirements using Android Auto or Apple Car Play. The built-in navigation is good, and the vehicle will have many USB charging ports for multiple devices.
The Kia has analog clusters with an LCD screen. The curb spotting blind spot camera is on both sides of your vehicle. The feed gets displayed on the instrument cluster LCD. The 10.25-inch infotainment system is standard. Now that you know the differences between Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride, you can choose per your specific requirements and budget.
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