2023 Hyundai Palisade vs 2023 Genesis GV70

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade, as Hyundai's largest SUV, presented a striking presence on the road, especially after its 2023 styling update. The new front fascia, with its bold strokes and squared-off grille, gave the Palisade a more commanding look. Standard LED accents, daytime running lights, and headlights enhanced its visual appeal, while the Ultimate Calligraphy trim featured premium rear accent lighting and a unique grille. The Palisade's 20-inch alloy wheels, standard in Canada, added a premium feel, and the new Robust Emerald colour option for the Ultimate Calligraphy trim offered a subtle elegance. Inside, the Palisade's interior was stylish and bright, thanks to a dual-pane sunroof and premium Nappa leather in the Ultimate Calligraphy trim. The seating configurations allowed for either seven or eight passengers, with second-row captain's chairs available on higher trims.

The 2023 Genesis GV70 shared styling cues with the G70 compact luxury sedan, particularly above the belt-line, with split-bar headlights and a strong chrome line that suggested a coupe-like SUV design. The GV70's interior was a testament to Genesis's luxury credentials, featuring top-notch materials and a contemporary yet classic design. The climate controls were integrated into a curving bezel, and the touchscreen rose organically from the dash. The GV70's dash included a full touchscreen backed by a rotary dial and button controls, offering a user-friendly experience. The GV70 was available in five trims in Canada, with two powertrains: the 2.5T and 3.5T. The Electrified GV70, with its impressive luxury credentials, featured cream-coloured seats with quilt stitching and a high-contrast design.

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade was powered by a 3.8-litre V6 engine, delivering 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. This made it more powerful than competitors like the Mazda CX-9 and Volkswagen Atlas, and slightly more so than the Honda Pilot and Nissan Pathfinder. The Palisade's eight-speed automatic transmission, with standard paddle shifters, and its standard all-wheel drive (AWD) system provided a capable driving experience. The Palisade excelled in towing, with a capacity of up to 2,268 kilograms (5,000 pounds), and offered a comfortable ride with competitive fuel economy figures of 12.6 litres per 100 kilometres in the city, 9.5 on the highway, and 11.2 combined.

The Genesis GV70 offered two engine options: a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, and a twin-turbo 3.5-litre V6 engine with 375 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque. Both engines were paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and AWD. The GV70's turbo-four provided ample power for most driving situations, while the V6 catered to performance enthusiasts. The Electrified GV70 featured a 77.4-kWh battery pack, dual electric motors, and a combined 429 horsepower, with a Boost Mode increasing output to 483 horsepower. It offered a range of 383 kilometres and fast charging capabilities. The GV70's handling was well-rounded, blending comfort and sportiness.

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade offered generous interior space, with seating for seven or eight passengers. It provided 1,052 millimetres of legroom in the front row, 1,077 in the second, and 798 in the third, with a total passenger volume of 4,397 litres. The Palisade's cargo space was impressive, with 509 litres behind the third row, 1,297 litres behind the second row, and 2,447 litres with all but the front-row seats folded flat. The Palisade featured HVAC vents in all three rows, ample cupholders, and a user-friendly centre console with physical buttons and knobs.

The Genesis GV70 offered 1,611 litres of cargo space with the rear seats folded and 818 litres with the rear seats in use. The GV70's front seats were comfortable and adjustable, but rear legroom was tighter, requiring front-row occupants to slide their seats forward. The rear bench reclined for added comfort. The GV70's centre console featured decently large cupholders and a helpful tray with a retractable lid.

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade featured a 12.3-inch colour touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and more. A premium 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system was standard on higher trims. The Palisade offered remote accessibility and management features through Hyundai's Bluelink connected vehicle system, allowing drivers to view vehicle information and control features remotely.

The Genesis GV70 came with a 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The system was user-friendly, with large icons and logical menu navigation. The GV70 included four USB ports, wireless device charging, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a nine-speaker stereo system. Available features included ambient lighting, a digital instrument panel, and a Lexicon 18-speaker audio system.

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade earned a Top Safety Pick+ from the IIHS and came with Hyundai's Smart Sense suite of safety features, including forward collision avoidance, driver attention warning, and more. Blind-spot collision avoidance and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance were standard on all trims, and higher trims offered additional features like Highway Driving Assist II and a full-display digital rearview mirror.

The Genesis GV70 also received a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS. It offered a comprehensive suite of safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and more. Higher trims added features like a blind-spot camera system and a 360-degree parking camera system. The Electrified GV70 included much of this equipment as standard.