2021 Hyundai Palisade

Name: 2021 Hyundai Palisade
Brand: Hyundai
SKU: 2021 Hyundai Palisade
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (90 reviews)

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$32,675

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SUV
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22 combined mpg
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8 seats
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196.1" length, 68.9" height
Front-wheel drive

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Overview

4.9

(90 reviews)

The good:

Ride quality
Front-seat comfort
Lots of interior storage areas
Luxury-grade interior for non-luxury price
Easy-to-use technology

The bad:

Steering feedback
Third-row space
Larger screen doesn’t use whole display for Android Auto
No power-folding side mirrors
Push-button transmission

SE
$32,675
SEL
$35,325
Limited
$45,275
Calligraphy
$46,200

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2021 Hyundai Palisade trim comparison will help you decide.

Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto now standard
New high-end Calligraphy trim
Three-row SUV
291-hp V-6 engine standard
Front- or all-wheel drive
Automatic emergency braking standard

2021 Hyundai Palisade review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Hyundai Palisade?

Introduced last year, the Hyundai Palisade is a three-row SUV related to the Kia Telluride. Long on value and technology, the Palisade seats seven or eight, depending on whether there are captain’s chairs or a bench seat in the second row.

Power comes from a 291-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine that works with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is optional. Competitors include the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.

What’s New on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade?

LED headlights and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity are newly standard. Hyundai also upped the luxury ante with the addition of a top-of-the-line Calligraphy trim level that adds unique 20-inch alloy wheels, a different grille design, puddle lamps, quilted-leather door panels, a microfiber headliner and a perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel.

What Features in the 2021 Hyundai Palisade Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

18-inch alloy wheels
Cloth upholstery
8-inch multimedia system
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
Automatic emergency braking
Lane-keep assist

Available features include:

Panoramic moonroof
Leather-trimmed seats
Heated and ventilated front seats
Second-row captain’s chairs
Power-folding third row
10.25-inch screen with navigation
Harman Kardon premium stereo
360-degree camera system
Head-up display
Wireless device charging
Fully digital instrument panel
Blind spot warning

2021 Hyundai Palisade Vs. 2021 Ford Explorer: How Do They Compare?

The Hyundai Palisade and Ford Explorer are both spacious family SUVs with three rows of seats and plenty of standard safety features. The Palisade has the more luxurious interior of the two, but the Explorer offers more powertrain choices, including a 400-hp V-6 and a hybrid drivetrain.

Should I Buy the 2021 Hyundai Palisade?

The Palisade packs a lot of value, offering plenty of technology, safety features and upscale amenities. We liked it so much we named it our Best of 2020 award winner in its debut year. Third-row space is limited, however, and we did deal with an unpleasant interior smell during our Palisade ownership.

Consumer reviews

4.9

(90 reviews)

93% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.9
Interior design 4.9
Performance 4.8
Value for the money 4.8
Exterior styling 4.9
Reliability 4.8

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Most recent consumer reviews

5.0

AWESOME VEHICLE!

April 1, 2022

By Dr Tom and Adele Bearup from SOLDOTNA, Ak

Owns this car

My wife and I purchased the 2021 Hyundai, Palisade, Calligraphy and just love it. We normally purchase new vehicles and enjoy the idea of purchasing new. When we contacted our friend from a Hyundai dealership, she was able to locate the vehicle that we wanted. Since we was in Arizona due to our son had open heart surgery we decided to purchase this vehicle and drive it back to our home in Alaska which was a 4000 mile drive. We had such an amazing drive that was not only beautiful but driving the Palisade was amazing. It seemed to be able to drive itself. I have driven the Alaska Highway many times and with various vehicles but this was an amazingly smooth ride all the way. We have also owned a Hyundai Geneses but I like the Palisade much better because of the space and comfort of the Palisade. I would recommend this vehicle to all of my friends.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior design 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value for the money 5.0
Exterior styling 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Transporting family
Does recommend this car

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2.9

Problems

March 27, 2022

By B. Railey from Louisville,Ky

Owns this car

2021 palisade new. Electrical system. Dash board went out. Gas hand out. Speedometer out. Later dashboard light stayed on. Ran down battery. I loved this car. Now at the shop waiting to get repaired.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior design 4.0
Performance 1.0
Value for the money 2.0
Exterior styling 5.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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5.0

Best New Car Purchase Ever!

March 25, 2022

By MorningStarAK from Palmer, Alaska

Owns this car

I hadn’t even heard of a Palisade until 2 weeks before I purchased mine a year ago! I was discouraged by the price and comfort of the other SUVs I had looked at to replace my Chrysler 300C because I needed more room for passengers & car seats. I googled best 2021 SUV & up came the Palisade! So happy I checked it out & purchased mine! I love all the user friendly features, the ease of driving & the comfort! I purchased the Calligraphy.

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