Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Hyundai PALISADE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Grand Highlander and Hyundai PALISADE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Hyundai PALISADE.
In comparing the Toyota Grand Highlander's and the Hyundai PALISADE's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Grand Highlander has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Hyundai PALISADE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Grand Highlander's and the Hyundai PALISADE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander ranges from $44,899 to $57,974 while a used 2024 Hyundai PALISADE is priced between $40,705 to $55,981. For a new model, the Toyota Grand Highlander's price is between $46,178 and $58,640, with the Hyundai PALISADE priced between $43,169 and $56,030.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Grand Highlander loses 34.5 percent of its value and the Hyundai PALISADE loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Grand Highlander retains 9.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai PALISADE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Grand Highlander’s base engine makes 265 horsepower, and the Hyundai PALISADE base engine makes 291 horsepower. The Grand Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 498 miles. The PALISADE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 489 miles. This gives the Toyota Grand Highlander the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai PALISADE. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Toyota Grand Highlander has the advantage of offering more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Hyundai PALISADE has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Hyundai PALISADE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Hyundai PALISADE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$46,178 - $58,640
Starting MSRP:
$43,320
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$43,169 - $56,030
Starting MSRP:
$36,650
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$50,845
Price Range:
$44,899 - $57,974
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
917
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
3,448
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$49,167
Price Range:
$40,705 - $55,981
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7,208
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,479
# Good or Great Deals:
337
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$15,136
Depreciation %:
34.9%
Resale Value $:
$28,184
Residual Value %:
65.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$16,699
Depreciation %:
45.6%
Resale Value $:
$19,951
Residual Value %:
54.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
Toyota Grand Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai PALISADE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Grand Highlander
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai PALISADE
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Toyota Grand Highlander Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
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11 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 39Ranking
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12 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 39Ranking
20 out of / 39Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 39Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
23 out of / 34Ranking
27 out of / 28Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 39Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
32 out of / 39Ranking
41 out of / 67Ranking
59 out of / 59Hyundai PALISADE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 39Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 39Ranking
11 out of / 34Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 39Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 39Ranking
23 out of / 39Ranking
23 out of / 39Ranking
23 out of / 39Ranking
26 out of / 67Ranking
26 out of / 39Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
41 out of / 59Ranking
45 out of / 67Ranking
53 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Grand Highlander Trim Levels
Limited, Platinum, XLE
Hyundai PALISADE Trim Levels
Calligraphy, Calligraphy Night Edition, Limited, SE, SEL, XRT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 498 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
173.9 cubic feet
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:
173.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4300 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4171 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
196.7 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blueprint / Storm Cloud
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Coastal Cream / Wind Chill Pearl
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Abyss Black Pearl
Blue
Moonlight Cloud
Red
Sierra Burgundy
Silver
Typhoon Silver
White
Hyper White Pearl
Gray
Steel Graphite
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray/Black
