2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs 2024 Hyundai Palisade

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The 2024 Hyundai Palisade and Toyota Grand Highlander are midsize, three-row SUVs that cater to the near-luxury segment with their extensive features, amenities, and options for seating seven or eight passengers. The Palisade, a familiar model since 2020, offers a simple choice with its 3.8L V6 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and optional all-wheel drive, except for the new Calligraphy Edition. In contrast, the newly introduced Grand Highlander provides more flexibility with three different powertrain options, including a 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers less horsepower but significantly more torque compared to the Palisade's V6. This comparison highlights the distinct offerings in performance, value, and interior space, particularly the third-row room, between these two contenders in the increasingly competitive SUV market.
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#palisade #grandhighlander #highlander
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0:00 The Palisade and Grand Highlander
0:49 Powertrain Options
2:09 Palisade Exterior
2:39 Grand Highlander Exterior
3:34 Cargo Space
4:14 Inside the Palisade
5:01 Palisade Rear Seats
5:55 Inside the Grand Highlander
6:43 Grand Highlander Rear Seats
7:45 Infotainment in the Palisade
9:35 Infotainment in the Grand Highlander
11:15 Driving the Palisade
15:06 Driving the Grand Highlander
20:49 Pricing
21:25 The Verdict

[@cargurus]

If you'd like to see more coverage of either of these vehicles, we've got you covered! You can check out Natalie and Matt looking at a '23 Palisade Calligraphy trim (compared with the Telluride) here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6CslGuEdsmkhq8 And you can see Matt's solo review of the Grand Highlander from it's First Drive event last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKTFeHWbq7t7la8

[@papaagidi2838]

You forgot to mention palisade also has blind spot camera and self parking that Highlander doesn’t have

[@emikomina]

less than 5% would consider the self parking as a deal breaker.

[@ytj22]

Right, better choose the Hyundai over the Toyota then.... SMH.

[@alexmassengale433]

The blind spot camera is a killer feature but the Highlanders two hybrid powertrain options personally are bigger advantage. Self parking is a gimmick.

[@akhossain]

Toyota everyday!

[@aevorozco]

The Grand Highlander looks like an oversized Rav4.

[@ytj22]

Yes! Love it!

[@1dazaraza1]

A seven series looks like an oversized 5 series

[@davidemmanuelcortez7253]

Rav7 or Rav8 😅

[@danielroman2847]

Literal

[@Riverpeth]

Or, hear me out, like an oversized Highlander 🫨

[@jway288]

Barely touched on comfort. Test drove both and the Palisade seats are much more comfortable than the GH. Calligraphy vs platinum. I primarily use my SUV for family vacations and the Palisade will be a much more comfortable drive. Also the Palisade Calligraphy has massaging seats and it can stretch legs during long trips. It was a close decision but thrilled I went Palisade.

[@dougfunk01]

couldn't agree more - test drove both yesterday. I was really disappointed in the grand highlander

[@bb2727tne]

Tested both. The Palisade (Calligraphy) was far nicer than the Toyota. The Grand Highlander is a great vehicle, but when you sit in both, there’s no comparison.

[@akhossain]

Yes! But if you wanna keep your car over 10-15 years, you wish you decision involved reliability. But if you change your car every 5 years, sure.

[@nelsonbotelho3901]

Its funny how they use the top trim Toyota against the mid trim Palisade. Need to compare apples to apples

[@cargurus]

Hey there, we can't always choose which specific trims we have access to, and we do the best comparing the models that we do have. Obviously if we could compare base to base or top to top we would! We would rather make the comparison and talk out the differences versus simply not doing it all if we can't make the trims be 100% comparable feature for feature. We always make sure to mention base prices for an entry level comparison and then lay out the differences in the commentary. Thanks for watching!

[@edsgarage001]

Shows just how good the Palisade is! Just wait till next year's redesign, it'll be even better

[@dontelindsey5846]

Cliff is my favorite reviewer on this channel. Keep it up!

[@AMTUP1991]

So tired of these GH reviews feeling like ads for Toyota.

[@naveenthemachine]

Because the grand highlander isn’t all that great

[@AMTUP1991]

@@naveenthemachine it’s really not. I test drove one recently before I purchased a vehicle… and I don’t understand why every publishing company is giving it such high praise. It feels like a cheap plastic Toyota. But, to each their own. Just wish they’d stop with the media that feels like a Toyota Ad.

[@jacknjill802]

Reviewers have become Influencers. Its a marketing gimmick now.

[@maggieleveritt3206]

Ahh we JUST purchased a Palisade XRT!! We were debating between the Palisade and Grand Highlander... wish I saw thus before we made our decision. However we are very happy with our Palisade at least! 😊

[@cargurus]

Both are great vehicles, I’m sure you’ll be very happy! If the comments here are any indication, both vehicles have many many fans!!

[@ytj22]

You needed a Cargurus KZbin video to know that you should have chosen the reliability of Toyota? How can people live under a rock and still watch KZbin?

[@ThisGuyRides]

@@ytj22 These new turbo engines are not as reliable as the old v6 in Tundras and Tacos, so who knows which will prove to be more reliable.

[@markbuchstaber2392]

Inside the Grand Hylander looks cheap, the Palisade is much more luxurious.

[@barbthompson2374]

How does the Palisade really do for towing? Can the transmission handle loads in the mountains when pulling a trailer?

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

I just watched the only time anyone will ever see someone driving the Grand Highlander with transmission paddles.

[@2005OEFArmy]

The highlander for the same top trim is $7K more. You should probably mention that as well. Not sure why you are comparing and XRT to a Platinum instead of an EXL.

[@alexmassengale433]

The top of the line Highlander also has a much nicer powertrain.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@alexmassengale433 no it doesn’t. It’s still very slow 😂

[@cargurus]

Hey there, we can't always choose which specific trims we have access to, and we do the best comparing the models that we do have. Obviously if we could compare base to base or top to top we would! We would rather make the comparison and talk out the differences versus simply not doing it all if we can't make the trims be 100% comparable feature for feature. We always make sure to mention base prices for an entry level comparison and then lay out the differences in the commentary. Thanks for watching!

[@brokeboy87]

If it was an EX-L vs SEL this would be a more even comparison.

[@adidas333777]

The Hybrid Max does 0-60 in 5.6 seconds. That's not slow. @@naveenthemachine

[@jnmc-vx4fw]

Funny how reviewers gave Lexus a hard time for the huge grill but when others do it , it’s a stylish feature

[@naveenthemachine]

That’s because other brands are cooler and more interesting. Their R&D is better than Toyota or Lexus. And they offer more than Lexus ever could or ever will

[@deltaview2151]

Lexus is supposed to look luxury and not ugly.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@deltaview2151 but they don’t. They look ugly to the point where even ugly looking bmws look bettter

[@deltaview2151]

@naveenthemachine Fortunately, I have owned an RX350 and loved the spindle grill. Newer lexus cars have that half melted grill which I don't enjoy. In person it's fine still.

[@paulstein9258]

My wife wanted the Sienna. I said no. I can’t take the grill. We got the 2024 regular Highlander. Normal grill. What posses Toyota Lexus to use that horrible grill.

[@MarkM58]

You overlooked one huge factor. You can't get a a Grand Highlander without waiting for months.

[@telliesmith9825]

Toyota keeps making these appliances no style or personality smh

[@akhossain]

And runs well after 15-20 years. For some, that’s more than enough.

[@2005OEFArmy]

Do these people know that, in fact, the volume behind the second row is more impressive than with also seats folded, if you look at the ratio...

[@brokeboy87]

I could not watched this video and predicted the grand highlander would come up on top based on your thumbnail. The Palisade is still a great choice for value-minded auto consumers.

[@ytj22]

Unless you value reliability, then seems like a no-brainer for the Toyota.

[@johncarson9946]

My wife has a palisade Calligraphy, which is superbly comfortable with the cushion thigh extender. And of course, it was MSRP, unlike the rip-off Toyota dealers. Even if you lease a GH, it would be like walking into the showroom with a carrier bag filled with five grand. You'll never see it again.

[@paulstein9258]

I just bought the 2024 Highlander Limited gas model. $ 4,000 off MSRP with just a few option that I wanted. Roof rack with crossbars. I had the 2021 Venza. Trouble free but the whining CVT gets old. Large grill got old. No storage at all got old. Temperatures below 32 dropped mpg from 40 to 25. Buyers don’t know about that.

[@brokeboy87]

@@paulstein9258 Those who know the fundamentals of hybrids or even fully Evs eventually learn about it.

[@jjakkad]

Excellent review, good analysis.

[@magnoliap5824]

Why are you using shifters with an automatic? Palisade is better looking and I like the slightly smaller size better too. I’m not happy with Toyota going turbo. I have an older regular highlander with the beloved V6.

[@LoudlabsNYC]

I want the grand highlander!

[@robertkamanzi9147]

5:35 7:13 Wait, is it egress or ingress in this case?

[@skf6199]

One lasts 150,000 miles, another 300,000.

[@cubist12]

I'm still on course to buy a Palisade, even after this video. You can get the top of the line version of the Palisade for tens of thousands less than the GH with the Hybrid Max engine (which would be its biggest advantage over the Palisade). GH does offer more room, though. But, at the end of the day, are you willing to give up all that extra savings, comfort, features, and looks for what will be a bigger, less comfortable, bland, vehicle? I say no, and I *LOVE* Toyotas. If the GH could come even close to fit and finish at the same price, I'd jump on it. Unfortunately, it's basically paying a big premium for more room and some gas savings.

[@user-cn4ih4ro2u]

There’s only one choice which is the GH strictly based on reliability. Toyota reliability is much higher than the Hyundai Palisades

[@cjdamnit]

What about the engine reliability? The Palisade has major engine issues and if a person in investing in a 3 row vehicle, you want quality.

[@GusGus1996]

My atlas has almost the same amount of cargo space as the Grand Highlander. 97 vs 98

[@tonycapil1022]

They are roomy/airy inside for sure. I bought one for my sister and her family about about 7 months ago. They love it.

[@axx8326]

Echoing some of the comments: You are presenting the Palisade as being awful at gas mileage wise(which is half true, is on par with the competition's V6s) however the GH Hybrid version costs a lot more than the Palisade and one may wonder if the extra cost(not including the dealer markups) is always a good choice since you will be recouping those costs in time(years) and if you don't do a lot of commute it doesn't make sense.Plus for such a big car 2.4L seems underpowered especially if you plan on towing. Overall this comparison is not necessarily fair or accurate.I do not own any of these models but just for the sake of accuracy

[@robertkamanzi9147]

5:35 wait, is it egress or ingress in this case?

[@bestpilot98]

Ingress!!!!

[@kydo-cm5zb]

You talk about how great the top level GH is during the drive and how it wins w all better handling and these features that the mid level Palisade wouldn’t have. The whole drive you speak about how much better the GH is. Then right at the end, 20:45, you just quickly mention the Palisade has a better overall feel as a passing comment. Definite bias

[@yahooskip]

Is it me or are you shifting with the paddles a lot? Toyota

[@L.L]

Toyota is now almost impossible to buy and markup are crazy.

[@8oobz_18]

On 12:48 he lie about the Toyota having lane changing assist that fixture only comes in the top trims of the palisade and is not offered on the Toyota at all. Also a note you must pay for internet to use the hands free safety system. I think both cars are good but this review is full off mistakes and really biased towards Toyota. Y can at least insert stock images from the calligraphy interior of the palisade to let the viewer see the different layouts and infotainment systems that machetes the Toyota trim level. And why didn’t add the price of the fully loaded model off both for comparison. This is not a well made video comparing both cars.

[@naveenthemachine]

Yeah I saw that too the grand highlander is not very good vs the competition

[@ikennachinweokwu7047]

I agree. This is a very bias comparison

[@dalalkamaleddine2709]

First of all. Your comparing XRT to much isn’t the loaded Palisade. The calligraphy offers exclusive options which the grand highlander doesn’t including the blind spot monitor camera on left and right side mirrors…. Also advance self park, massage drivers seat. And I guess in America it also offfers heated 3rd row seating. I don’t think this review was an actual review……. The advance technology that is behind hyundai in safety is amazing…. I highly suggest you deep dive feature, benefit wise before reviewing. The space isn’t a HUGE difference compared to the highlander. You have charging ports throughout the palisade… moonroof and sunroof… suede inner liner… nappa leather… heated and ventilated seats in the front and middle row! And so much more.

[@waltereichnerlynch2574]

I dont know where you get your info - we bought a GH platinum Hybrid Max in September, perhaps Toyota made this GH especially for me as I have the blind spot monitor on both sides, self park, and to get all the safety features in the Palisade you have to go to top trim which is almost as much as the GH. Hyundai? Done with at 100-150K miles. Toyota? Good for 300K+ miles. We bought our GH at MSRP AND got a lot of money for our trade ins (2016 Tacoma, 2017 Rav4 Hybrid), almost making up for the price of the GH

[@VuLe-ok8ky]

The best different is v4 and v6

[@funugman-yv7fq]

Both cars are super comfortable at the NY auto show. Hyundai car feels more innovative/sleek and "untested" - buy if planning to keep for 5 years or less. GH is more boring but true and test - buy if planning to keep to 10 plus years. Two different types of buyers.

[@ANSt15]

The Grand Highlander is a big vehicle, you look so tinny standing next to it.

[@user-ph5ur3qi3r]

High lander is terrible for tall guys. I was surprised how uncomfortable it was for 6.4 tall guy

[@dougfunk01]

I felt like I was sitting on a rock in the grand highlander

[@AbcDef-go8ds]

For that one, you forgot to check traverse for space. They are the first three row suv with 98+ folding two rows. So be careful in making an absolute claim

[@normanli7085]

He is still right tho, tho, besides the Traverse and Atlas, you would need an american full-size truck based SUV to get similar numbers or more

[@robertfoggia6343]

Aren't you comparing apples to oranges? A better Comparision would be 2025 Traverse and the Grand Highlander. Maybe you should try again?

[@waltereichnerlynch2574]

Traverse? I guess if you like to spend a lot of time at the repair shop

[@christopherhernandez2434]

10 year 100k warranty. If u dont drive alot 10 years is a long time and will be paid off at that point. Best warranty period.

[@danhphan7308]

Xe hàn sao so sánh với xe nhật đc

[@samuelofosuhene250]

When you know no matter what you will recommend the Highlander over the Palisade, why do you compare them?

[@jakerjac]

Great comparison! I'd like to see Grand Highlander vs Honda Pilot.

[@akhossain]

No! Your question should be “you want reliable, or unreliable?” Or may be “great true resale value or inflated value?”

[@LIAMCars]

Watching this showdown feels like witnessing the battle of the SUV titans! It's like Highlander meets Palisade - who will emerge as the ultimate highness of the highways? Stay tuned for the grand reveal!

[@denisharis4443]

My wants a Highlander, but I told her she should get the Grand Highlander.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Terrible biased review to make the Grand Highlander looks better than the Palisade by comparing it with a higher trim vs mid trim Palisade. Cargurus knows exactly what they are doing. Just 15 secs in the video and I know the Grand Highlander will come on top as the winner.

[@tonycapil1022]

They should have tested against the Calligraphy and the Platinum Hybridmax with 400lbs torque and 362HP. I do like Hyundai's interior better though.

[@kishorb4364]

Go with Hyundai if you do not keep vehicle long time. Go with Toyota if you keep vehicle and want reliable. Hyundai engine issues are well known and ubiquitous.

[@johnJohn-dz4ex]

We test drove both today, the Palisade hands down! The Toyota felt like we were in a station wagon, the seats have a different contour, the Palisade was really quiet and the interior was beautiful, plus the free maintenance for 3 years and huge warranty.

[@cjg7346]

Still palisade wins… comfort wise palisade any day

[@yahooskip]

Toyota should have gone even bigger as Kia is going to increase just a bit more and then Toyota will be smaller again😢 one year as a winner, then 2nd or 3rd place if they are lucky, but still my choice. I’ll pick,up our new GHL LIMITED Hybrid in a few days😅

[@naveenthemachine]

You should just cancel your order and get a telluride. It’s still superior to the grand highlander

[@yahooskip]

I worked at a KIA Dealer and there was NO way in Hell I'd take one of these over a Toyota, no way! @@naveenthemachine

[@markkim663]

How much did Toyota pay you?

[@jp888.88]

Toyota Grand Highlander ✔

[@ASD-DAD]

Don't care how "reliable" or "better deppreciation" toyotas has. Nothing justifies paying $7K+ extra for a comparably equipped Toyota. Besides, Hyundai's reliability and deppreciations has improved significantly in the last decade or so. Nothing against toyota, i have owned a couple in the past, but Toyota is overpriced, overhyped..

[@joelc9329]

Palisade looks small and gay.

[@Brandon-hx5xc]

​@@joelc9329 so do you

[@RavageEject84]

You get what you pay for, for me it’s an investment and I ain’t investing in a Hyundai at this point. Pay more now get more later.

[@nthnxeedsxess3693]

one will out run the other by 4x tho lmao

[@dannyo.7119]

Grand Highlander is better and is likely to be more reliable long term than the Palisade/Telluride despite to a new model.

[@naveenthemachine]

Toyota reliability is a thing of the past now. Their quality is nonexistent. In fact Toyotas turning into what GM used to be Hyundai Kia reliability have dramatically improved.

[@dannyo.7119]

@@naveenthemachine and what evidence is their to back this up ? lol you can argue that about Honda more than Toyota and even then Honda is still better than GM .

[@naveenthemachine]

@@dannyo.7119 how? Look at the recalls of the rav4 prime cablegate, bz4x wheels falling off, and just recently the tundra sequoia lx600 were recalled. Did I mention the lx600 is made in Japan? Not to mention I know Toyota owners who have had quality problems. For example the 8th gen Camry. People I know were reporting problems with the panoramic sunroof not closing and getting misaligned. And they had to foot out $10000 to fix it. This kind of thing isn’t supposed to happen on a Toyota, a brand known for quality

[@papaagidi2838]

Don’t trust that new turbo yet

[@TravelPrabz]

​@naveenthemachine looks like you didnt watch the car confections video on their sant a fe transmission failure @ 27miles. Go watch that first.. that is the kind of reliability of Hyundai/kia brand

[@niloychatterjee1603]

Biased review more aligned towards Highlander :)

[@alexmassengale433]

90% of people buying these would be better served with a minivan.

[@memento.Mori.livelife]

A

[@user-qj3yo5pm2k]

Hyundai Kia are the new Toyota Honda

[@DaRulerRules]

Uninspiring styling

[@Car_conversati0nz]

Terrible comparison. Never watching again. So Palisade biased

[@naveenthemachine]

Easy cargurus. The palisade is the best The grand highlander is subpar compared to the telluride and palisade in every aspect. Toyota failed miserably as usual to compete with the best in the segment Even the tx is a complete dud vs the palisade. The tx and grand highlander are the two complete jokes of the segment. They’re the laughing stock

[@alexmassengale433]

In every aspect except things that don't matter to buyers like cargo space (12 fewer cubic feet behind the first row), available horsepower (up to 74 more!), and gas mileage (up to 17mpg better in the city!).

[@naveenthemachine]

@@alexmassengale433 fuel economy is the only pro. But for comfort, tech, build quality, materials, features, driving experience, refinement, design, etc the palisade telluride are simply better.

[@jnmc-vx4fw]

Lexus rules , Kia and Hyundai are a joke

[@naveenthemachine]

@@jnmc-vx4fw no they’re not. Hyundai Kia are setting standards Toyota Lexus could never do. And theyre winning awards left and right. Just accept that you’re a year one kid who is stuck in the past. Meanwhile the rest of us are enjoying the present and future and in that realm Hyundai Kia are the ones

[@deltaview2151]

Toyota has rock solid engine transmission and reliability. Everything else is palisade. Tech and all

[@stevem1445]

A Toyota Grand Highlander “PLATINUM” VS Hyundai Palisade mid trim what a terrible comparison, and a terrible video!

[@dhanashennaidoo6765]

lousy review. tip my boy. when showing the cargo space and fold downs, SHOW the damn footage. while u think u making a good comparison by sticking up the numbers side by side, youre not

[@ernest1763]

I wouldn’t buy Hyundai Toyota is way way better then Hyundai

[@andresmattos7541]

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