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Audi Q7 vs Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

2025 Audi Q7
2025 Audi Q7
$60,500MSRP
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2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
$44,160MSRP
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2025 Audi Q7
$60,500MSRP
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2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
$44,160MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$60,500

MSRP

$44,160

Listings

832

Listings

558

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

  • Standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy

  • Cramped third row

  • Outdated advanced driver-assistance features

Pros

  • Excellent fuel economy

  • Powerful engine

  • Comfortable interior

Cons

  • Not as spacious as segment leaders

  • Engine sounds unrefined at times

Reviews Summary

The mid-size SUV has room for seven (barely). In Canada, it comes in base, Progressiv, and Technik trims. There are two different engine choices, but all Q7s, regardless of trim, are all-wheel-drive (AWD) with excellent handling characteristics. However, this second-generation Q7 has been around since 2017, and it shows in some key areas. Verdict: While the 2025 Audi Q7 has a lot going for it in terms of driving dynamics and engine prowess, it falls behind the competition when it comes to safety tech. Further, the third row is cramped for anyone but the smallest of humans, and the price can skyrocket as you move up the trim line.

Reviews Summary

Redesigned for 2026, the new Hyundai Palisade brings more than just fresh looks. For the first time, Hyundai is now offering a hybrid powertrain with its big three-row, family SUV. Capable of traveling more than 950 kilometres on a single tank of fuel, the Palisade Hybrid solves one of the only downsides of the market’s best three-row SUV: fuel efficiency. The Palisade Hybrid delivers more than just great fuel economy, though. It’s more powerful than the gas model, and in higher trim levels the Palisade Hybrid feels more luxurious than its competition.

Verdict: Simply put, Hyundai currently sells the best mass-market three-row crossover SUV in North America. The 2026 Hyundai Palisade looks good, drives well, and feels special — and it will keep you away from the gas station, too.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 261 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

261 hp @ 5250 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.65 kWh

MPG City

20

MPG City

33

MPG Highway

26

MPG Highway

35
2025 Audi Q7
2025 Audi Q7
$60,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
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2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
$44,160MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Audi Q7
$60,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
$44,160MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$60,500
$44,160
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Read full review

8.3 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

  • Standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy

  • Cramped third row

  • Outdated advanced driver-assistance features

Pros

  • Excellent fuel economy

  • Powerful engine

  • Comfortable interior

Cons

  • Not as spacious as segment leaders

  • Engine sounds unrefined at times

Summary

The mid-size SUV has room for seven (barely). In Canada, it comes in base, Progressiv, and Technik trims. There are two different engine choices, but all Q7s, regardless of trim, are all-wheel-drive (AWD) with excellent handling characteristics. However, this second-generation Q7 has been around since 2017, and it shows in some key areas. Verdict: While the 2025 Audi Q7 has a lot going for it in terms of driving dynamics and engine prowess, it falls behind the competition when it comes to safety tech. Further, the third row is cramped for anyone but the smallest of humans, and the price can skyrocket as you move up the trim line.

Redesigned for 2026, the new Hyundai Palisade brings more than just fresh looks. For the first time, Hyundai is now offering a hybrid powertrain with its big three-row, family SUV. Capable of traveling more than 950 kilometres on a single tank of fuel, the Palisade Hybrid solves one of the only downsides of the market’s best three-row SUV: fuel efficiency. The Palisade Hybrid delivers more than just great fuel economy, though. It’s more powerful than the gas model, and in higher trim levels the Palisade Hybrid feels more luxurious than its competition.

Verdict: Simply put, Hyundai currently sells the best mass-market three-row crossover SUV in North America. The 2026 Hyundai Palisade looks good, drives well, and feels special — and it will keep you away from the gas station, too.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 261 hp I4
2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
7
Horsepower
261 hp @ 5250 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
1.65 kWh
MPG City
20
33
MPG Highway
26
35
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