2024 Hyundai Palisade SEL

The 2024 Palisade is Hyundai's three-row flagship SUV, slotting above the Santa Fe and competing with the Honda Pilot and Kia Telluride. The V6 pulls strongly from low speeds, and the transmission shifts seamlessly, making the Palisade feel more eager than its size suggests. The ride is composed and quiet on highways, though the suspension can feel firm over sharp bumps; that is the trade-off for its stable handling. The cabin is roomy for seven or eight, with comfortable seats in all rows and generous cargo space behind the third row. Standard tech includes a large touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a full suite of driver assists. Heated front seats, wireless charging, and a hands-free liftgate set the SEL apart from the base SE, while skipping the Limited's premium extras. The 3.8L V6 makes 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, and with front-wheel drive it returns 22 mpg combined.