2025 Tesla Model Y vs 2025 Hyundai Palisade
Cars comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
Choosing between 2025 Tesla Model Y and 2025 Hyundai Palisade comes up constantly, so we ran both through the same 10-row comparison and our category scoring. The 2025 'Juniper' Tesla Model Y is the world's best-selling EV, refreshed with a quieter cabin, new light bar and up to 357 miles of range. 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 Hyundai Palisade finishes ahead, 59 to 55. It is the better buy for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish; for families who want an electric SUV with the biggest charging network, Tesla Model Y still makes more sense.
VersusAnything Score
Scores are calculated from measurable specifications normalised within the cars category and weighted by the factors above. Text-only rows (such as chipset or operating system) are explained but not scored. How the score works.
Side-by-side overview
2025 Tesla Model Y
The 2025 'Juniper' Tesla Model Y is the world's best-selling EV, refreshed with a quieter cabin, new light bar and up to 357 miles of range.
Best for families who want an electric SUV with the biggest charging network
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
- Body style: Tesla Model Y Compact electric SUV vs Hyundai Palisade Midsize three-row SUV — a preference, not a scored win
- Base powertrain: Tesla Model Y Single rear motor, 79 kWh battery (Long Range RWD) vs Hyundai Palisade 3.8 L V6 — a preference, not a scored win
- Range per tank/charge: Tesla Model Y 357 miles EPA vs Hyundai Palisade About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank) — a preference, not a scored win
- Cargo volume: Tesla Model Y 29 cu ft (76 max) vs Hyundai Palisade 18 cu ft (86.4 max) — a preference, not a scored win
- Warranty: Tesla Model Y 4 yr/50k basic, 8 yr/120k battery vs Hyundai Palisade 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain — a preference, not a scored win
Specification comparison table
| Specification | Tesla Model Y | Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Compact electric SUV | Midsize three-row SUV |
| Seats | 5 | 8 |
| Cargo volume | 29 cu ft (76 max) | 18 cu ft (86.4 max) |
| Base powertrain | Single rear motor, 79 kWh battery (Long Range RWD) | 3.8 L V6 |
| Horsepower | 295 hp | 291 hp |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4 s | 7 s |
| Combined economy | 125 MPG/MPGe | 22 MPG/MPGe |
| Range per tank/charge | 357 miles EPA | About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank) |
| Warranty | 4 yr/50k basic, 8 yr/120k battery | 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain |
| Base MSRP (USD, 2025) | $44,990 | $37,200 |
Practicality: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Tesla Model Y 32 · Hyundai Palisade 94
For body style, Tesla Model Y uses Compact electric SUV whereas Hyundai Palisade goes with Midsize three-row SUV. This is a preference rather than a scored win: body style sets ride height, cargo flexibility and how easy the car is to park. Hyundai Palisade leads on seats with 8 versus 5, a margin of 3. In practice seat count matters for families and ride-share drivers.
For cargo volume, Tesla Model Y uses 29 cu ft (76 max) whereas Hyundai Palisade goes with 18 cu ft (86.4 max). This is a preference rather than a scored win: cargo volume decides whether the weekly shop and a pushchair fit.
Performance: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Tesla Model Y 85 · Hyundai Palisade 68
The two differ on base powertrain (Single rear motor, 79 kWh battery (Long Range RWD) against 3.8 L V6), and the powertrain decides running costs and refinement. Tesla Model Y leads on horsepower with 295 hp versus 291 hp, a margin of 4 hp. In practice more horsepower helps with highway merging and towing.
On 0-60 mph, Tesla Model Y keeps it to 5.4 s while Hyundai Palisade lists 7 s. That 1.6 s edge counts since 0-60 time is the simplest measure of real-world acceleration.
Economy: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Tesla Model Y 94 · Hyundai Palisade 26
Tesla Model Y leads on combined economy with 125 MPG/MPGe versus 22 MPG/MPGe, a margin of 103 MPG/MPGe. In practice combined economy drives your yearly fuel or charging bill.
Tesla Model Y: 357 miles EPA. Hyundai Palisade: About 410 miles (18.8 gal tank). Neither is scored, but range decides how often you stop on a road trip.
Value: Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Palisade Score: Tesla Model Y 0 · Hyundai Palisade 47
Tesla Model Y: 4 yr/50k basic, 8 yr/120k battery. Hyundai Palisade: 5 yr/60k basic, 10 yr/100k powertrain. Neither is scored, but warranty length is a direct measure of how much risk the maker takes on.
Hyundai Palisade is better on base MSRP (USD, 2025) at $37,200 against $44,990, a $7,790 difference; lower is better because base MSRP is the fairest starting point; regional pricing and incentives vary.
Pros and cons
Tesla Model Y
Pros
- World's best-selling EV
- Up to 357 miles EPA range
- Huge 76 cu ft max cargo
- Better horsepower (295 hp)
- Better 0-60 mph (5.4 s)
- Better combined economy (125 MPG/MPGe)
Cons
- Weaker seats (5)
- Weaker base MSRP (USD, 2025) ($44,990)
Hyundai Palisade
Pros
- Calligraphy luxury trim
- 291 hp V6
- 10-year/100k powertrain warranty
- Better horsepower (291 hp)
- Better 0-60 mph (7 s)
- Better combined economy (22 MPG/MPGe)
Cons
- Weaker seats (8)
- Weaker base MSRP (USD, 2025) ($37,200)
Which one should you buy?
Choose 2025 Tesla Model Y for…
Families who want an electric SUV with the biggest charging network. It stands out for world's best-selling ev, up to 357 miles epa range, huge 76 cu ft max cargo.
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
Hyundai Palisade scores 59 to Tesla Model Y's 55 on our category weighting, making it the stronger overall pick for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish. Tesla Model Y remains the right call for families who want an electric SUV with the biggest charging network. 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 Tesla Model Y better than Hyundai Palisade?
On the VersusAnything Score, Hyundai Palisade finishes ahead 59 to 55. That makes Hyundai Palisade the better overall pick for buyers who want Telluride space with a more luxurious finish, while Tesla Model Y is still the right choice for families who want an electric SUV with the biggest charging network.
What is the biggest difference between Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Palisade?
The largest gap is body style: Tesla Model Y lists Compact electric SUV while Hyundai Palisade lists Midsize three-row SUV. Body style sets ride height, cargo flexibility and how easy the car is to park.
Which is cheaper, Tesla Model Y or Hyundai Palisade?
Hyundai Palisade is cheaper on base MSRP (USD, 2025): $37,200 against $44,990 for Tesla Model Y. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Hyundai Palisade over Tesla Model Y?
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
- Tesla Model Y: Tesla official site (manufacturer)
- Tesla Model Y: 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.