There are several midsize three-row SUVs that can impress buyers searching for a large family hauler and the Hyundai Palisade is certainly one of them. The Palisade offers a spacious and comfortable interior with plenty of upscale touches and tech features that promise to keep owners happy. For 2025, we expect most of the current Palisade's features to carry over. Spy shots of a prototype have previewed a redesign that should come with new powertrains, but we think that's unlikely to arrive before the 2026 model year.
Edmunds spotlight: Satisfying driving experience
The Palisade is a three-row SUV that is easy to live with. Even though we ranked the Kia Telluride over the Palisade, both are very similar in that they are pleasing to drive. The Palisade's eight-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and the 3.8-liter V6 produces enough power to get in and out of traffic effortlessly. On the inside, the Palisade is outfitted with comfortable and opulent materials that give it a more luxurious vibe than the Telluride.
Competitors to consider
The Palisade has plenty of qualities that make it a leading choice, but it is not the only three-row midsize SUV that makes for a sound option. Its closest competitor is class leader Kia Telluride, which is cheaper and shares the same engine and very similar tech features. If neither of those top options is alluring enough, then check out the Honda Pilot, Toyota Grand Highlander, Mazda CX-90 or Volkswagen Atlas.