Smart SUVs Compared: 2025 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2025 Honda Pilot
August 04 2025,
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade brings a bold mix of muscle and refinement with its 3.8-litre GDI V6 engine, generating 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. On the other side, the 2025 Honda Pilot steps in with a 3.5-litre V6 engine that produces 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, landing just behind in power but equal in torque. Both SUVs come standard with all-wheel drive and offer smooth shifts via their eight-speed automatic transmissions, so whether you’re merging onto the highway or climbing a snowy incline, confidence is built right in.
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Comfort That Goes the Distance
Inside, the Palisade sets a luxurious tone with Nappa leather seats, available heated and ventilated front and second rows, and an ergo-motion driver's seat that adjusts to reduce fatigue. Meanwhile, the Pilot offers heated leather seating, memory-linked driver settings, and spacious third-row access, but doesn’t go quite as plush in the second row. Both offer seating for up to eight passengers, so big families (and all their cargo) are good to go.
Space to Stretch and Stow
If space is what you’re after, both SUVs deliver. The Palisade offers up to 2,447 litres of cargo space with both rows folded, while the Pilot provides a similarly generous load area, perfect for luggage, sports gear, or weekend hauls. Each SUV includes power liftgates, fold-flat seats, and smart rear-access options like the Pilot’s walk-in lever or the Palisade’s one-touch walk-in button.
Designed for Canadian Roads
Safety is where both vehicles shine. The Palisade comes standard with Hyundai SmartSense™, featuring everything from Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist to Lane Following Assist and Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance. The Pilot counters with Honda Sensing®, bringing similar tools like Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Traffic Sign Recognition. While both offer radar- and camera-based protection, the Palisade’s ultra-rigid Superstructure™ chassis adds an extra layer of impact absorption in the event of a collision.
Tech That Talks Your Language
Step inside either SUV and you're greeted by large digital displays—12.3 inches in the Palisade and a similar digital cluster setup in the Pilot. You’ll get standard Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and wireless charging in both, plus bonus features like rear-seat Quiet Mode and Driver Talk intercom in the Palisade. The Pilot holds its own with a solid infotainment setup, but the Palisade’s tech layout feels just a bit more forward-thinking.
Start Your Adventure with Canyon Meadows Hyundai
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is built for modern Canadian families—combining luxury, capability, and safety in one bold package. Come visit Canyon Meadows Hyundai and experience the Palisade firsthand. Whether you’re in the city or heading out for a weekend escape, we’re proud to help drivers across Alberta find the SUV that checks every box.
