2026 Hyundai
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 18 - 19 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 25 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 86.7 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 287 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.2 - 199.4 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.0 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.2 in
Rear 43.0 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.1 - 41.5 in
Rear 40.0 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Palisade than in the Volkswagen Atlas.
The Hyundai Palisade offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Palisade as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Volkswagen Atlas.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Palisade is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas.
When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Palisade takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Hyundai Palisade has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Hyundai Palisade will do just as well as the Volkswagen Atlas, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Hyundai Palisade has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Palisade doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Hyundai Palisade offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Hyundai Palisade has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.