Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2021-Present | Years produced2026 |
MSRP$24,490 | MSRP$44,160 |
Listings2376 | Listings563 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | |
Reviews SummaryRedesigned 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 | |
Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.65 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.65 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space26.6 cu ft | Cargo Space19.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3108 lbs | Curb Weight4652 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height69.5 in |
Length172.6 in | Length199.2 in |
Width70.9 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase116.9 in |
Maximum Payload1104 lbs | Maximum Payload1631 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity4000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1650 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2021-Present | 2026 |
MSRP | $24,490 | $44,160 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | 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 146 hp I4 | 2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.65 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.65 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 26.6 cu ft | 19.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3108 lbs | 4652 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 69.5 in |
Length | 172.6 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 116.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1104 lbs | 1631 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1650 lbs | |
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