2026 Hyundai Palisade vs 2025 Kia Telluride in Los Angeles

Shopping three‑row SUVs in LA? Two big names are the 2026 Hyundai Palisade and the 2025 Kia Telluride. Both are roomy, comfortable, and easy to live with. But if you want new powertrain choices, clever family tech, and adventure‑ready hardware, the Palisade is the smarter pick for life in and around Downtown Los Angeles.

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Quick verdict (Palisade > Telluride for LA drivers)

• More ways to drive: Palisade offers an all‑new 3.5L V6 (up to 287 hp) and a first‑ever hybrid with up to an estimated 329 hp and up to an estimated 34‑mpg combined. Telluride runs a 3.8L V6 (291 hp/262 lb‑ft) across trims.
• Smart, built‑in tech: Palisade adds wireless OTA updates, Digital Key 2.0 Premium, Wi‑Fi hotspot with Alexa Built‑in, and Hyundai Pay. These features make daily DTLA life easier.
• New off‑road grit: Palisade XRT PRO brings eLSD, 8.4 in. ground clearance, all‑terrain tires, terrain modes, and Surround View with forward ground view. Great for snow runs or rutted lots.
• Value that starts strong: 2026 Palisade starts at $38,935 MSRP; hybrid trims start at $43,660 MSRP.
• Telluride highlights: Dual 12.3‑in displays, HDA 1.5/2.0, Digital Key 2 Touch, and towing up to 5,500 lbs on X‑Pro. Strong tech—Palisade simply adds more standard‑style everyday tools.

1) Powertrains & range: Hyundai Palisade gives you options

• Palisade V6: Newly developed 3.5‑liter makes up to 287 hp with an 8‑speed automatic. Targeted 5,000‑lb max towing gives families real weekend flexibility.
• Palisade Hybrid: 2.5‑liter turbo + two motors for up to an estimated 329 hp/339 lb‑ft. Up to an estimated 34‑mpg combined and an internally targeted range up to 619 miles. Estimated 4,000‑lb max towing.
• Telluride: 3.8L V6 rated 291 hp/262 lb‑ft with an 8‑speed automatic. Proven, smooth, and available with FWD or AWD.

LA takeaway: Telluride’s V6 is solid, but Palisade lets you choose V6 power or a high‑output, high‑efficiency hybrid—a big win for long commutes and family trips.

2) Space & comfort for real family life

The new 2026 Palisade grew 2.5 in. in length and 2.7 in. in wheelbase vs. the previous model, making it easier to get in and out. It adds available Relaxation seats (front and second row) with extra recline and deployable leg supports, plus available power‑folding, sliding, and power‑reclining third‑row seats—even heated on select trims. USB‑C ports are easy to reach in every row.

Telluride offers 7‑ or 8‑passenger seating and sizable cargo space: 21.0 cu ft behind the 3rd row, 46.0 cu ft behind the 2nd, and 87.0 cu ft max. Great numbers when you’re hauling band gear or beach stuff.

3) Everyday tech: Palisade packs the “live‑with‑it” features

• Stay updated & connected: Wireless OTA updates keep major systems current. Wi‑Fi hotspot with Alexa Built‑in brings streaming and voice help to the cabin.
• Phone as your key: Digital Key 2.0 Premium lets you lock, unlock, and start with a compatible phone or watch; Hyundai Pay helps you pay for fuel or parking from the touchscreen.
• Peace of mind: A built‑in two‑camera Dash Cam can record while driving or when parked.

Telluride tech: Dual 12.3‑in displays, HDA 1.5 (standard on many trims) / HDA 2.0 on higher grades, Digital Key 2 Touch, Wi‑Fi hotspot, and available Harman Kardon® audio. Strong tech stack—and Palisade layers in OTA, dash cam, and in‑car payments for day‑to‑day convenience.

4) Capability for rain, dirt lots, and weekend trails

• Palisade XRT PRO: eLSD, 8.4‑in ground clearance, terrain modes (Mud/Sand/Snow), all‑terrain tires, Downhill Brake Control, OEM tow hitch, and Surround View with forward ground view. It’s the most off‑road‑capable Hyundai trim yet.
• Telluride X‑Pro: Towing up to 5,500 lbs and +10 mm ground clearance for extra confidence, plus the same dual‑screen cockpit and driver aids you expect.

Bottom line: If you split time between DTLA and dirt roads, both work. XRT PRO brings new hardware focused on traction and visibility—handy on steep, loose paths or snowy getaways.

5) Palisade vs Telluride: Safety & driver‑assist

Palisade expands Hyundai SmartSense, including Forward Collision‑Avoidance Assist, Blind‑Spot Collision Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Lane Following Assist, Navigation‑Based Smart Cruise Control, Rear Cross‑Traffic Collision‑Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision‑Avoidance Assist‑Reverse, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. Ten airbags and new protections for third‑row passengers add confidence.

Telluride features a wide Drive Wise suite, with Forward Collision‑Avoidance features, Lane Following Assist, Smart Cruise Control, Rear Cross‑Traffic Collision‑Avoidance Assist, Surround View Monitor (trim‑dependent), and HDA 1.5/2.0.

6) Price & trims (quick guide)

• Palisade: Starts at $38,935 MSRP; Hybrid from $43,660 MSRP. Trims include SE/SEL, SEL Premium, Limited, Calligraphy, and the adventure‑ready XRT PRO.
• Telluride: Wide lineup from LX to SX‑P X‑Pro; X‑Pro ups towing to 5,500 lbs.

Test‑drive the Palisade at Hyundai of Downtown Los Angeles

If you’re comparing 2026 Hyundai Palisade vs 2025 Kia Telluride, the Palisade stands out for hybrid efficiency with big power, family‑first tech (OTA, Digital Key, dash cam), and new XRT PRO capability. Come see how it fits your DTLA routine.

• Hyundai: 2026 Palisade press release—new 3.5L V6 (up to 287 hp), new hybrid (up to est. 329 hp / up to est. 34‑mpg combined / targeted up to 619‑mile range), OTA, Digital Key 2.0 Premium, Wi‑Fi hotspot with Alexa, Hyundai Pay, Dash Cam, XRT PRO hardware, pricing, and towing targets.
• Kia: 2025 Telluride Specifications (3.8L V6 291 hp/262 lb‑ft, dimensions/cargo); Features (dual 12.3‑in displays, HDA 1.5/2.0, Digital Key 2 Touch); Overview release (5,500‑lb towing on X‑Pro, trim updates).

All specs and features are from Hyundai and Kia official materials. “Estimated” and “targeted” values reflect OEM statements and may change after final certification.

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