2021 Hyundai PALISADE vs. 2021 Volkswagen Atlas
When comparing the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE's and the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and interior volume. The 2021 Hyundai PALISADE and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE's and the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas is a better car than the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE.
2021 Hyundai PALISADE vs. 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A used 2021 Hyundai PALISADE ranges from $30,999 to $45,987 while a used 2021 Volkswagen Atlas is priced between $25,793 to $41,499.
2021 Hyundai PALISADE vs. 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE loses 48.2 percent of its value and the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE’s base engine makes 291 horsepower, and the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 235 horsepower. Both the PALISADE and the Atlas are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 489 and 446 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2021 Hyundai PALISADE has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room. The 2021 Hyundai PALISADE and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Hyundai PALISADE and the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$30,999 - $45,987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$25,793 - $41,499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
Hyundai PALISADE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Atlas Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai PALISADE Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
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23 out of / 66Ranking
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50 out of / 66Ranking
54 out of / 66Volkswagen Atlas Rankings
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1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
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11 out of / 66Ranking
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13 out of / 66Ranking
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16 out of / 66Ranking
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23 out of / 66Ranking
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53 out of / 62Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Hyundai PALISADE Trim Levels
Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
S, S 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium 4Motion, V6 SE, V6 SE 4Motion, V6 SE R-Line, V6 SE R-Line 4Motion, V6 SEL, V6 SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL Premium 4Motion, V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion, V6 SEL R-Line, V6 SEL R-Line 4Motion
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 489 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 446 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
86.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
155.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
96.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4127 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4248 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
