2025 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Palisade

2025 Hyundai
Palisade

MSRP*: $36,800 to $54,100
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90

2025 Mazda
CX-90

MSRP*: $37,845 to $56,450
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MPG - City 19 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 86.4 ft3 74.2 - 75.2 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 280 - 340 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 196.7 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.3 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.1 in
Front 39.2 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Palisade than in the Mazda CX-90. The Hyundai Palisade will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-90.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-90 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Palisade will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-90.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Palisade is about the same width as the Mazda CX-90. The Hyundai Palisade is slightly shorter than the Mazda CX-90, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Hyundai Palisade has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90, 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 Mazda CX-90, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Hyundai Palisade has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-90.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Palisade has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Palisade and the Mazda CX-90. The Hyundai Palisade has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-90.