2025 Kia Telluride vs 2025 Hyundai Palisade
Cars comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
2025 Kia Telluride and 2025 Hyundai Palisade are two of the most cross-shopped cars right now, and the gap between them is narrower in some rows and wider in others than the marketing suggests. The 2025 Kia Telluride is the award-winning three-row SUV with a 291 hp V6, upscale cabin and Kia's 10-year powertrain warranty. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is the Telluride's sibling with a plusher Calligraphy trim, the same 291 hp V6 and Hyundai's 10-year powertrain warranty.
Quick verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, 2025 Kia Telluride finishes ahead, 63 to 59. It is the better buy for families who want near-luxury space and a long warranty; for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish, Hyundai Palisade still makes more sense.
VersusAnything Score
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Side-by-side overview
2025 Kia Telluride
The 2025 Kia Telluride is the award-winning three-row SUV with a 291 hp V6, upscale cabin and Kia's 10-year powertrain warranty.
Best for families who want near-luxury space and a long warranty
2025 Hyundai Palisade
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is the Telluride's sibling with a plusher Calligraphy trim, the same 291 hp V6 and Hyundai's 10-year powertrain warranty.
Best for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish
Key differences
- Range per tank/charge: Kia Telluride About 430 miles (18.8 gal tank) vs Hyundai Palisade About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank) — a preference, not a scored win
- Cargo volume: Kia Telluride 21 cu ft (87 max) vs Hyundai Palisade 18 cu ft (86.4 max) — a preference, not a scored win
- Combined economy: Kia Telluride 23 MPG/MPGe vs Hyundai Palisade 22 MPG/MPGe — Kia Telluride is better here
- Base MSRP (USD, 2025): Kia Telluride $36,190 vs Hyundai Palisade $37,200 — Kia Telluride is better here
Specification comparison table
| Specification | Kia Telluride | Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Midsize three-row SUV | Midsize three-row SUV |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Cargo volume | 21 cu ft (87 max) | 18 cu ft (86.4 max) |
| Base powertrain | 3.8 L V6 | 3.8 L V6 |
| Horsepower | 291 hp | 291 hp |
| 0-60 mph | 7 s | 7 s |
| Combined economy | 23 MPG/MPGe | 22 MPG/MPGe |
| Range per tank/charge | About 430 miles (18.8 gal tank) | About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank) |
| Warranty | 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain | 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain |
| Base MSRP (USD, 2025) | $36,190 | $37,200 |
Practicality: Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Kia Telluride 94 · Hyundai Palisade 94
Body style is identical at Midsize three-row SUV. On seats the two match exactly (8).
Kia Telluride: 21 cu ft (87 max). Hyundai Palisade: 18 cu ft (86.4 max). Neither is scored, but cargo volume decides whether the weekly shop and a pushchair fit.
Performance: Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Kia Telluride 68 · Hyundai Palisade 68
Base powertrain is identical at 3.8 L V6. On horsepower the two match exactly (291 hp).
On 0-60 mph the two match exactly (7 s).
Economy: Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Kia Telluride 35 · Hyundai Palisade 26
Kia Telluride leads on combined economy with 23 MPG/MPGe versus 22 MPG/MPGe, a margin of 1 MPG/MPGe. In practice combined economy drives your yearly fuel or charging bill.
Kia Telluride: About 430 miles (18.8 gal tank). Hyundai Palisade: About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank). Neither is scored, but range decides how often you stop on a road trip.
Value: Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Kia Telluride 53 · Hyundai Palisade 47
Both list 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain for warranty, so nothing separates them here.
On base MSRP (USD, 2025), Kia Telluride keeps it to $36,190 while Hyundai Palisade lists $37,200. That $1,010 edge counts since base MSRP is the fairest starting point; regional pricing and incentives vary.
Pros and cons
Kia Telluride
Pros
- Upscale cabin for the price
- 291 hp V6
- 10-year/100k powertrain warranty
- Better combined economy (23 MPG/MPGe)
- Better base MSRP (USD, 2025) ($36,190)
Cons
- No scored row lost in this matchup
Hyundai Palisade
Pros
- Calligraphy luxury trim
- 291 hp V6
- 10-year/100k powertrain warranty
- Better combined economy (22 MPG/MPGe)
- Better base MSRP (USD, 2025) ($37,200)
Cons
- No scored row lost in this matchup
Which one should you buy?
Choose 2025 Kia Telluride for…
Families who want near-luxury space and a long warranty. It stands out for upscale cabin for the price, 291 hp v6, 10-year/100k powertrain warranty.
Choose 2025 Hyundai Palisade for…
Buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish. It stands out for calligraphy luxury trim, 291 hp v6, 10-year/100k powertrain warranty.
Final verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, 2025 Kia Telluride finishes ahead, 63 to 59. It is the better buy for families who want near-luxury space and a long warranty; for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish, Hyundai Palisade still makes more sense. The VersusAnything Score is a transparent starting point, not a command; weight the rows you care about and the right answer for you may differ.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kia Telluride better than Hyundai Palisade?
On the VersusAnything Score, Kia Telluride finishes ahead 63 to 59. That makes Kia Telluride the better overall pick for families who want near-luxury space and a long warranty, while Hyundai Palisade is still the right choice for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish.
What is the biggest difference between Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade?
The largest gap is range per tank/charge: Kia Telluride lists About 430 miles (18.8 gal tank) while Hyundai Palisade lists About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank). Range decides how often you stop on a road trip.
Which is cheaper, Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade?
Kia Telluride is cheaper on base MSRP (USD, 2025): $36,190 against $37,200 for Hyundai Palisade. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Hyundai Palisade over Kia Telluride?
Hyundai Palisade is the better fit for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish. Its strongest points are calligraphy luxury trim, 291 hp v6, 10-year/100k powertrain warranty.
Sources
- Kia Telluride: Kia official site (manufacturer)
- Kia Telluride: EPA fueleconomy.gov (regulator)
- Hyundai Palisade: Hyundai official site (manufacturer)
- Hyundai Palisade: EPA fueleconomy.gov (regulator)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.