The 2021 Hyundai Palisade has been one of the most popular SUVs in the market. It is hard to match the vehicle in style, comfort, and specifications. However, the 2021 Honda Pilot appears to challenge its supremacy. Therefore, we at Mathews Hyundai in Marion, OH, have made this comparison between the two SUVs. Keep reading to find out which one is the ultimate winner of the competition.
2021 Hyundai Palisade |
2021 Honda Pilot | |
SE, SEL, Limited, Calligraphy |
Trim Levels |
LX, EX, EX-L, Special Edition, Touring, Elite, Black Edition |
291 hp |
Maximum Horsepower |
280 hp |
3.8 |
Engine Displacement (liters) |
3.5 |
262 |
Maximum Torque (lb-ft) |
262 |
At first glance, it would appear that the 2021 Hyundai Palisade and the 2021 Honda Pilot are almost evenly matched. For instance, the starting MSRP of the Hyundai Palisade is $32,675, while that of the Honda Pilot is $32,550. However, price is just one of the parameters to consider while buying a car.
If we look at the engine performance of the two SUVs, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade clearly takes the cake. The Hyundai Palisade is equipped with a 3.8-liter 6-cylinder engine that puts out 291 horsepower, whereas the 2021 Honda Pilot comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 280 horsepower.
In terms of the infotainment system, both SUVs have quite a few impressive features such as Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®. However, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade has a few more secrets of its own, including a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, 630-watt Harman Kardon® premium audio with 12 speakers and QuantumLogic® Surround with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology, a Heads-up Display, Bluelink® Connected Car System, 12.3-inch fully digital display instrument cluster and much more.
Therefore, while the 2021 Honda Pilot is a great SUV, in our view, the winner of the competition is the 2021 Hyundai Palisade.