2024 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai Palisade

2024 Hyundai
Palisade

MSRP*: $36,650 to $53,850
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2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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MPG - City 19 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 86.4 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 226 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 196.7 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Head Room Front 39.3 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.1 in
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Hyundai Palisade offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Palisade.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Palisade, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Hyundai Palisade is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Palisade is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Palisade, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Handling
The Hyundai Palisade has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Palisade is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai Palisade has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Palisade does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Utility
The Hyundai Palisade offers greater seating capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Palisade has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.