The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. the 2025 Hyundai Palisade: Midsize vs. Large SUV

Performance 

The front-wheel drive Santa Fe comes with a 2.5L turbocharged inline-four engine that produces 227 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The engine is coupled to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Santa Fe is exceptionally efficient, rated for 29 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in the city. AWD versions are just as economical, with only 1 less mpg on the highway than RWD models.

The Palisade features a more powerful 3.8L V6 engine that is rated for 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission comes standard, but it can be manually shifted with the steering wheel paddles if desired. All Palisades feature a transmission cooler and can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.

Styling

The Santa Fe possesses a unique exterior, with a prominent boxy shape, geometric grille, and H-shaped headlights. The rear features sleek taillights that stretch across the back, enhancing its modern aesthetic. The Palisade has more of a refined and upscale appearance, boasting a bold, parametric grille and vertically stacked headlights. The sleek, sloping roofline contributes to the vehicle’s generous headroom for third-row passengers.

Interior

While both SUVs have three rows of seating, the Santa Fe seats seven in its standard setup while the Palisade seats eight. Both have numerous upholstery options, ranging from cloth to Nappa leather. The Santa Fe offers heated and ventilated front seats that decline deeply for optimal comfort, along with heated second-row seats. The Palisade offers the same functionality but adds optional massaging features in the front and ventilation for the second row.

Both vehicles offer substantial cargo space. The Palisade offers slightly more than the Santa Fe, with a total of 18 cu.ft. in the rear and 86.4 cu.ft. with both rows folded down. Meanwhile, the Santa Fe provides 14.6 cu.ft. behind the rear seats and 79.6 cu.ft. with the second- and third-row seats folded.

Technology

The Santa Fe and Palisade have similar technology stacks. They both offer dual 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and instrumentation, the Palisade’s with a panoramic curved design and the Santa Fe’s with a flat shape. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard across all trims, while available features include a head-up display, digital rearview mirror, and surround-view monitor.

Both the Santa Fe and the Palisade are well-suited for families. Drivers who want more of a luxurious driving experience with greater power available may opt for the Palisade, while drivers who love bold designs and attractive pricing will love the Santa Fe. Drop by Bill Dodge Hyundai in Brunswick, ME to try out either of these SUVs.

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