Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2021-Present | Years produced2026-Present |
MSRP$33,590 | MSRP$44,160 |
Listings54 | Listings9 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryBeing fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | |
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 over 600 miles 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 MPG, 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 the United States. 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 | |
Engine1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity7 |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.65 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.65 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space19.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3979 lbs | Curb Weight4652 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height69.5 in |
Length189.4 in | Length199.2 in |
Width74.8 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase110.6 in | Wheelbase116.9 in |
Maximum Payload1598 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-Present |
MSRP | $33,590 | $44,160 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Being fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | 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 over 600 miles 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 MPG, 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 the United States. 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 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 7 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.65 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 329 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.65 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 19.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3979 lbs | 4652 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 69.5 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 116.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1598 lbs | 1631 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1650 lbs | |
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