Have you been searching for a sturdy, versatile family SUV like the 2023 Honda Pilot or the 2023 Hyundai Palisade? For driving around Santa Ana, Mission Viejo, or Tustin, CA, you’ll be impressed with the multiple amenities and capabilities you can find.
Which vehicle possesses more of what you want for visiting friends or traveling to other destinations? Let the team at Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Irvine steer you in the right direction for driving success with this comparison.
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The Honda Pilot and the Hyundai Palisade are known for their spacious interiors with room for the whole family. The question is, which model has the amenities to make your drive comfortable? Let’s find out.
When it comes to comfort, climate control is an important factor. With tri-zone automatic climate control in the Honda Pilot, all three rows can be adjusted to accommodate rider preferences.
While the Hyundai Palisade has similar perks, it only applies to two rows with its dual automatic temperature control. Plus, the Palisade only offers a dual moonroof, while the Honda Pilot takes it a step further with a panoramic moonroof.
The Palisade falls behind when it comes to standard features. For instance, here are three features that come standard on the Honda Pilot:
While the Hyundai Palisade has heated front seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and a power-adjustable front passenger’s seat, none of these features are available on the base trim.
With three rows of seating and room for up to eight passengers each, the 2023 Honda Pilot and the Hyundai Palisade offer quite a bit of room. However, you’ll soon see the Honda Pilot once again offers a bit more than the Hyundai Palisade.
With eight passengers, you’ll want to make sure every row has enough space. With the Pilot, the third-row headroom extends to 39.3 inches, while the Palisade has 37.8 inches.
Every row of the Honda Pilot features a lot of shoulder room. Here’s what it offers in comparison to its competitor.
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| Honda Pilot | 61.9 inches | 61.7 inches | 59.5 inches |
| Hyundai Palisade | 61.2 inches | 60.8 inches | 55.2 inches |
When it comes to the Honda Pilot, much more cargo space can be found, so you can easily plan for your yearly getaway. The Pilot has up to 111.8 cubic feet of cargo space, while the Palisade only provides a maximum of 86.4 cubic feet.
Of course, we’ll also look under the hood. Whether you’re driving near or far, the output of your vehicle’s engine is important. While both models have impressive powertrains running the show, only one can provide the power and efficiency you need.
Let’s start off with the similarities between these two models. With either vehicle, you’ll be able to tow a maximum of 5,000 pounds. Both models generate 262 lb-ft of torque.
When it comes to efficiency, you’ll find similar EPA ratings. On every 2WD trim, the Honda Pilot has an EPA-estimated 19 city/27 highway MPG, while the Palisade has the same rating.* Both models have fuel tanks that hold more than 18 gallons.
For road management, the Honda supplies either 2-wheel drive (2WD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Rough roads and rural terrain don’t stand a chance with you in your Pilot.
Although the Hyundai offers an available HTRAC AWD, it starts out with front-wheel drive, which may not feel as robust on the road. Plus, the Pilot provides a 10-speed automatic transmission to go with this capability. In the Palisade, you’ll find an 8-speed automatic transmission.
After reading this comparison of the 2023 Honda Pilot and the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, you may be ready to take the purchase plunge near Santa Ana, Mission Viejo, or Tustin, CA. If you’ve chosen the Honda, which we highly recommend, we invite you to take a test drive at Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Irvine.
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Shop Honda Pilot Value Your Trade Apply for Financing Schedule a Test Drive*19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors.
