2025 Hyundai Palisade vs Santa Fe Comparison
Hyundai Santa Fe
Compare the 2025 Hyundai Palisade vs. the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Near Houston
Need a spacious SUV to escort your family around Houston, TX? Hyundai makes two SUVs that have three rows of seats and tons of family-friendly tech features. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe are both smooth-riding midsize SUVs, but which one is best for you? Texan Hyundai in Rosenberg, TX created the following comparison to help with your decision.
| Features | 2025 Hyundai Palisade | 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | All wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Engine power | 291 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 277 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Engine torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm | 311 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 3.8 l | 2.5 l |
| Engine configuration | V6 | Inline 4 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 19 / 24 / 21 MPG | 20 / 29 / 24 MPG |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | 357 / 451 miles | 354 / 513 miles |
Hyundai Palisade vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Specs
Both the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe have muscular engines for easy passing on I-10 in Houston. The Palisade has more horsepower than the Santa Fe, but it's also almost six inches longer.
Hyundai Palisade
- Engine: 3.8-liter V6 with 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque
- Drivetrain: Standard front-wheel drive; available all-wheel drive
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
Hyundai Santa Fe
- Engine: turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 277 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque
- Drivetrain: Standard front-wheel drive; available all-wheel drive
- Transmission: Eight-speed dual-clutch automatic
Hyundai Palisade vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Towing & Cargo Capacity
You can pull a boat to a dock in Houston with either the 2025 Hyundai Palisade or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe. Both SUVs also have plenty of space to store your luggage or sports gear.
Hyundai Palisade
- Towing capacity: 5,000 pounds when equipped with trailer brakes
- Cargo space: 86.4 cubic feet with all the rear seats folded down
Hyundai Santa Fe
- Towing capacity: 3,500 pounds when equipped with trailer brakes
- Cargo space: 79.6 cubic feet with all the rear seats folded down
Hyundai Palisade vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Trims & Features
Both the Hyundai Palisade and Hyundai Santa Fe are loaded with gratifying tech features that keep you safe and entertained while you're on the go in Houston, although the Palisade has a few standard amenities that are optional in the Santa Fe, including a navigation system and dual-zone automatic climate control. The trim-level breakdown for both SUVs is as follows:
Hyundai Palisade
- SE
- SEL
- XRT
- SEL Premium
- Limited
- Calligraphy
- Calligraphy Night
Hyundai Santa Fe
- SE
- SEL
- XRT
- Limited
- Calligraphy
Hyundai Palisade vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Dimensions
Palisade
- Length: 196.1 inches
- Width: 77.8 inches
- Height: 68.9 inches
Santa Fe
- Length: 190.2 inches
- Width: 74.8 inches
- Height: 67.7 inches (without roof rails)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which SUV earns better gas mileage, the Hyundai Palisade, or the Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe returns 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway when equipped with front-wheel drive. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade gets 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway in front-wheel-drive models.
Does either SUV come with a hands-free liftgate?
Yes. The Hyundai Santa Fe comes standard with a hands-free liftgate for simple loading and unloading. The Hyundai Palisade offers a hands-free liftgate in SEL trims and above.
Which SUV costs less, the Santa Fe or the Palisade?
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe starts at $34,300 for the entry-level trim. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade has a starting MSRP of around $37,200.
Compare the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe at Texan Hyundai
The new Hyundai Palisade and Hyundai Santa Fe are both roomy midsize SUVs with a wide array of useful tech features. While the Palisade has a stronger engine and more cargo space, the Santa Fe costs less and earns better fuel economy. Texan Hyundai has both SUVs at our dealership near Houston. Financing is available, and you can apply for credit online to save time. Be sure to check our lease and finance specials for huge savings on both models. Contact us to schedule a test drive in the SUV of your choice today.
