Sal Collaziano
Staff member
It’s no secret that the 2021 Kia Telluride and 2021 Hyundai Palisade are mechanically identical. Both are on the same platform, they use a 3.8-liter V6 with 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, and they have an eight-speed automatic transmission. Even their optional AWD drive systems are eerily similar with the only difference being the availability of hill descent control on the Palisade. These similarities, however, don’t mean that they drive alike. In fact, that’s far from the truth because the Telluride and Palisade each have a unique character, something that Hyundai Motor Group has mastered making and is in full showing with these two three-row SUVs. With that said, let’s run down what makes the two siblings different from each other.
2021 Kia Telluride and 2021 Hyundai Palisade: Different Features
Those looking to get the most tech and convenience out of their three-row crossover should take a look at the 2021 Kia Telluride and the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. However, the latter distinguishes itself by adding a little more pizzazz and creature comforts. On higher trims of the Palisade, you get four-way lumbar support for the driver’s seat, a power-folding third-row, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The range-topping Calligraphy model takes things up a notch with quilted door inserts to match Nappa leather upholstery and a microfiber headliner. While the Telluride misses out on all of those above, it still gets similar features plus automatic up/down front and rear windows, and power-folding side mirrors, the latter two you can’t get on the Palisade.
The Kia has slightly more cargo capacity at 21 cubic feet with all seats up, 46 cubic feet with the third row down, and 87 cubic feet with the second and third rows dropped. In comparison, the Palisade has 18 cubic feet with all seats up, 45.8 cubic feet with the third row down, and 86.4 cubic feet with the second and third rows down. The available Harman Kardon surround sound system has 12 speakers in the Palisade whereas the one in the Telluride only has 10. Surprisingly, the version in the Telluride is more immersive and covers the cabin better, giving you a better listening experience. Read more...
2021 Kia Telluride and 2021 Hyundai Palisade: Different Features
Those looking to get the most tech and convenience out of their three-row crossover should take a look at the 2021 Kia Telluride and the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. However, the latter distinguishes itself by adding a little more pizzazz and creature comforts. On higher trims of the Palisade, you get four-way lumbar support for the driver’s seat, a power-folding third-row, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The range-topping Calligraphy model takes things up a notch with quilted door inserts to match Nappa leather upholstery and a microfiber headliner. While the Telluride misses out on all of those above, it still gets similar features plus automatic up/down front and rear windows, and power-folding side mirrors, the latter two you can’t get on the Palisade.
The Kia has slightly more cargo capacity at 21 cubic feet with all seats up, 46 cubic feet with the third row down, and 87 cubic feet with the second and third rows dropped. In comparison, the Palisade has 18 cubic feet with all seats up, 45.8 cubic feet with the third row down, and 86.4 cubic feet with the second and third rows down. The available Harman Kardon surround sound system has 12 speakers in the Palisade whereas the one in the Telluride only has 10. Surprisingly, the version in the Telluride is more immersive and covers the cabin better, giving you a better listening experience. Read more...
