2021 Hyundai Palisade SE

The 2021 Palisade is Hyundai's flagship three-row SUV, slotting above the Santa Fe and competing with the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. The V6 pulls smoothly and the transmission shifts unobtrusively, making the Palisade relaxed on the highway and easy to drive around town. The ride is composed and quiet, with a soft edge that soaks up rough pavement without feeling floaty. The cabin is roomy and well finished, with comfortable seats across all three rows and generous cargo space behind the third row. Standard tech includes an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a full suite of driver assists such as forward collision warning and blind spot monitoring. The SE is the no-frills choice for families who want the Palisade's space and safety gear without the leather and sunroof; stepping up to the SEL adds niceties like power seats and a larger screen. Its 3.8L V6 makes 291 horsepower and pairs with a eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, which gives you confident traction in rain or snow and returns 21 mpg combined.