2021 Hyundai Palisade
These points notwithstanding, at an as-tested price of $56,824 including destination fees, the look of the materials is only one element of the Palisade Ultimate Calligraphy’s all-around solid value. In the front row, heated and ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel are equipped along with driver’s seat and side mirror memory functions. There’s also a separate sunroof for the front row, and while huge sunroofs certainly look pretty, there is a certain practicality to having independent control when there are young passengers sleeping in the back. Storage up front is also practical with a centre console bin with a USB-A port, a 12-volt outlet, and a space large enough for a small bag. There’s another storage spot under the centre console with a USB-A port for the front passenger, and between the front seats you’ll find a pair of retractable cupholders that turns the centre storage unit into a customizable space.
SUV Comparison: 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2020 Ford Explorer
Now in its sixth generation, the Ford Explorer has the longest-running SUV nameplate in the game. So, how does it stack up against the Hyundai Palisade, which had its name first stamped on metal in 2018? Well, dedicated family people Stephanie Wallcraft and Jonathan Yarkony agreed on a clear winner earlier this year, one that was simply “better at everything [they] need in a family vehicle. And their pick may surprise you. Here are some hints:
Both experts agree the Ford Explorer’s 2,540-kilogram tow rating and dedicated tow/haul mode make it a superior machine when it comes time to move a heavy load. They also both think the Explorer’s vertical tablet-style screen is annoying. And they believe that the Palisade’s smooth transmission more than makes up for its V6’s comparative lack of power on the highway.