The Hyundai Palisade and the Honda Pilot: Which Should You Pick?
2023 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2023 Honda Pilot: Compare Midsize 3-Row SUVs in Erie
The Hyundai Palisade has been a favorite of critics and customers alike for its ability to deliver a premium driving experience without the premium price tag. It offers classy and capacious accommodations, abundant features, effortless performance, and plenty of curb appeal. And with accessible, generously equipped trims and an industry-leading warranty, the Hyundai Palisade represents an attractive value.
While there are plenty of midsize 3-row crossovers in the segment to choose from, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade offers a compelling and well-rounded package that's difficult to match. To show you what we mean, here's a look at how it measures up in a few areas to a prominent class competitor, the 2023 Honda Pilot.
Performance
The Hyundai Palisade and Honda Pilot offer evenly matched V-6 powertrains, with the Palisade's 291 horsepower slightly exceeding the Pilot's 285. Both models also offer available AWD across the lineup. However, the Palisade is impressively easy to drive, with confident handling, a smooth ride, and better braking performance.
Safety and Driver-Assist Technology
The Hyundai Palisade offers a comprehensive list of standard driver aids. No matter which trim you choose for your McKean commute, you'll get advanced Hyundai SmartSense technologies like:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection and Intersection Assist
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Following Assist
- Driver Attention Warning
- Safe Exit Assist
- Parking Distance Warning, Reverse
Blind-spot and cross-traffic warning technologies require higher trim levels in the Honda Pilot and don't include an intervention feature. The Pilot's adaptive cruise control system isn't as advanced as Hyundai's.
The Hyundai Palisade also offers several driver aids that aren't available in the Honda Pilot. The Palisade SEL Premium includes Surround View and Blind-Spot View Monitor camera system and a semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist II system. Limited models get Hyundai's Remote Smart Parking Assist. You won't find these features in the Pilot's lineup.
Accommodations and Feature Availability
Both models offer spacious cabins with plenty of cargo space. However, Fairview families will appreciate the extra space in the Palisade, especially its considerable legroom advantage in the first and second rows.
The Palisade makes many desirable features more accessible than the Pilot, and some that the Pilot doesn't offer at all. Here are some examples:
- All Palisade models include a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation. The Honda Pilot has a standard 7-inch touchscreen, while a 9-inch display requires climbing up a couple of levels. The Pilot's navigation system is reserved for its two top tiers.
- The Palisade comes standard with Rear Seat Quiet Mode and offers a Driver Talk in-car intercom as an option for SEL and standard in Limited and Calligraphy. The Pilot's CabinTalk feature requires the third-tier EX-L trim, while Multi-Zone audio is reserved for the top two levels.
- The Palisade SEL Premium includes heated and ventilated first and second-row seats. The Pilot reserves heated second-row and ventilated first-row seats for its highest trim and doesn't offer second-row seat cooling. The Palisade Limited includes heated third-row seats, which the Pilot doesn't offer.
- Hyundai Digital Key-standard on all but the base trim-allows you to unlock and start your vehicle with your phone instead of a traditional key fob. A hands-free smart liftgate is also standard for SEL and higher tiers. The Pilot reserves a hands-free rear gate for its two top trims and doesn't have phone-as-a-key capability.
Test-Drive a New Hyundai Palisade near North East and Edinboro, PA
Get in touch with Dave Hallman Hyundai to learn more about the latest Hyundai models and their available features, financing opportunities, and reservation options. On our website, we've made it easy to research the Hyundai lineup, including how different Hyundai models compare to class competitors. If you'd like a closer look at the Hyundai Palisade's accommodations, amenities, and performance, we invite you to schedule a test drive or stop by our Erie dealership at your convenience. It will be our pleasure to assist you.
