Because both vehicles have similar powertrains and features, while they may appear similar they are different vehicles. Lets break down both models!
Vehicle Pricing:
Pricing is one of the biggest factors for families when they are shopping for vehicles. Between both SUV's the Telluride is a little less expensive then the Palisade. The difference typically runs around $3k. But as you get to higher trim levels the price gap closes in.
Lets Compare Fuel Economy:
Hyundai Palisade:
-Front-Wheel Drive: 19 MPG/ City & 26 MPG/ Highway
-All-Wheel Drive: 19 MPG/ City & 24 MPG/ Highway
Kia Telluride:
-Front Wheel Drive: 20 MPG/ City & 26 MPG/ Highway
-All-Wheel Drive: 18 MPG/ City & 24 MPG/ Highway
Third Row Access:
The Hyundai Palisade: it has the tilt and slide mechanism for third-row acces. The second row seat is light and easy to move, making it really easy for your kids to use it themselves.
The Kia Telluride: there is no car seat tilt, but there are buttons high and low to slide the second-row seats forward to get back there.
Goodies and Extras:
Hyundai Palisade:
-Massaging seats when you purchase the highest trim level.
-Blind spot camera on the dashboard that shows real-time footage.
-Seatbelt senors that are built into the dashboard for added safety.
-Sunshades and two cupholders on each door in the second row.
-USB-C chargers throughout the vehicle, keeping devices charged on long road trips.
Kia Telluride:
-Heated & ventilated seats in the second row, this is for higher trim levels.
-Sunshades and ceiling vents in the second row.
-USB-C ports in the second row.
-Curved infortainment display.
-Surround-view monitoring to make parking easier.
-Blind-spot monitoring.
-Heads-up display.
-Full display mirror that doubles as a camera
We hope some of these features and comparisons help you to pick out which one is best for you and your family. If you are looking to test drive one of these vehicles, stop into Auto Outlets USA and compare both models for yourself!