2022 Hyundai Palisade

　　

2022 Hyundai Palisade Review

byRonald MontoyaSenior Consumer Advice Editor & Content Strategy

　　Ronald Montoya has worked in the automotive industry since 2008. He has written over a thousand car related articles and bought and sold over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Ronald is a senior consumer advice editor and content strategy at zzdcar and has also contributed to the Associated Press. He has also been featured on ABC, NBC and NPR on a number of car shopping topics. He got his start in the auto industry by taking a part-time job at a car dealership, where he worked in the service and accounting department.

　　The Hyundai Palisade is a midsize SUV with three rows of seats. This is an ideal configuration for many shoppers since it provides plenty of space for people and luggage without the need to step up to a large SUV or a minivan. The Palisade ranks a very close second to the zzdcar' Top Rated Kia Telluride, which should come as no surprise considering they're closely related under the bodywork. Each has its own style, however, with the Palisade taking on a more luxurious vibe.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Hyundai Palisade SE 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$173/mo  for Palisade SE

　　Palisade SE

　　SE 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $33,600 MSRPSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $35,300 MSRPSEL 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $35,950 MSRPSEL 4dr SUV AWD (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $37,650 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $45,840 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV AWD (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $47,540 MSRPCalligraphy 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 8A) - $47,290 MSRPCalligraphy 4dr SUV AWD (3.8L 6cyl 8A) (Most Popular) - $48,990 MSRP

　　vs

　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　There's no shortage of competitors in the midsize three-row SUV market. Besides the Telluride, you might want to also check out the well-rounded Honda Pilot, roomy Volkswagen Atlas or fuel-efficient Toyota Highlander Hybrid. But the Palisade is a standout even in this highly regarded group. Check out our Expert Rating below for our test team's full evaluation of the Palisade's comfort, utility and more.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Great

　　8.2

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.5/10

　　How does the Palisade drive? What the Palisade lacks in all-out performance it more than makes up for with a competent and well-rounded skill set. Accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph takes 7.6 seconds, which is an average time for a three-row SUV. High-speed passing can be done with confidence. In our emergency braking tests, the Palisade demonstrated strong and predictable braking. In more routine driving, the brake pedal is easy to control for smooth stops.

　　Handling and steering are less of a strong point, but the big Hyundai rarely feels sloppy or out of sorts as you drive around turns. Thanks in part to a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic, the Palisade is a stress-free companion in both city and highway driving.

　　

Comfort

8.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Palisade? Three-row SUVs aren't always hauling around six or seven people, so there's something to be said for having a little peace when it's just you. The Palisade delivers — there's minimal road and wind noise and the climate control system is quiet yet effective.

　　The front seats offer a nice mix of support for cornering and comfort for driving long distances. Just about everybody should like them. The optional second-row captain's chairs are just as good and they feel better than some front seats in other vehicles. Even the third row is decent and has a nicely contoured seat cushion.

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