Mr. Fancy Pants! -- Is the 2023 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy the DREAM SUV of American Families??

[@josephpayton9151]

If this didn’t have a hyundai badge i wouldn’t mistake it for being 75 grand. I mean the amount of luxury and tech for only 52k is value at its finest. Massaging seats is rare in this segment. The only other vehicle ik in this class with that is the ford explorer. Heated and vented seats in the first 2 rows is already impressing but heated third row?!? thats something unheard of even on plenty of luxury vehicles besides the BMW X7. But we get the point this has top notch luxury for the class and with how much it offers this is the perfect 3 row suv for most families.

[@EHSAviation]

We love our 2023 Palisade Calligraphy! We bought it brand new and have just over 16,000 miles and love it as much today as we did the first day it arrived. DWM

[@terrealexander4442]

Hows it holding up?

[@infernofalloutpoizen]

The palisade is such a complete package. Hyundai made all the right compromises.

[@brianbrianbrianbrianbrianbrian]

Eh, when you take a look under the car and under the hood you see all the compromises... Not sure i agree with all of them

[@ruturaj47]

​@@brianbrianbrianbrianbrianbrian the handling sucks, otherwise it's okay car drivetrain wise, and much nicer interior wise.

[@danightryder]

Not really It still a little bit too slow and no wireless android auto on Apple CarPlay

[@ruturaj47]

@@danightryder lol, compare it to competitors and see what things it has over them. Blind spot cameras are the most innovative safety thing they did, other manufacturers should follow that. SEL premium offers 360 cameras on competitors you have to buy top trim for that. Then napa leather, ventilated 2md row, heated 3rd row, power folding seats, auto park, auto leveling rear suspension, these are just on top of my head. I am probably not even buying one but blindly cherry picking and saying it lacks features is quite idiotic.

[@gamingwitharlen2267]

this is not a luxury car with a 3-liter turbo, it is supposed to get you from point A to point B with comfort.@@brianbrianbrianbrianbrianbrian

[@hellkitty1014]

Love the Palisade wayyy more than the updated Telluride, which took a step back in my opinion(in styling. Its just an anonymous CUV now, whereas the Palisade stands out even more and looks more expensive than it is). I just wish the Calligraphy Palisade had an option to delete all of the chrome. Maybe offer the XRT styling on the top dog.

[@pmenefee82]

I sooooo want the xrt option with the calligraphy. That is my only issue with mine. The chrome not so bad once you're used to it as it does give off a classy vibe. But that sporty look would be fire! At that price and it being their flagship, they really should give you more customized options and automated side mirrors. Love my palisade either way though.

[@harrycee656]

You get more for the same money with the Palisade than the Telluride now. Great choice.

[@futurepaver2039]

The Palisade looks hideous imo, especially from the side

[@montemoser803]

We love our calligraphy it’s been such a pleasure. You forgot to mention the manual bolstering switch and the automatic bolstering when you put it in sport mode that is a great bonus, the only thing I dislike is not having lighted stalks for the turn signal and wiper stalk you have to remember to watch gauge clutter to see what you’re doing at night. Thanks for what you guys do

[@hadespaganism2405]

Two things you forgot to show ! Inside lighting with different colors and how to change the speed odometer to the cube screen.

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

They also forgot to show the best way to load and unload the coffin from the back of this hearse.

[@al151]

Mazda CX90 is another contender but $61,000 is a stretch for the value. This calligraphy for $53,000 is a steal!

[@donkeywhistler]

glad to see 20" wheels and not 22 plus. we need to get away from the larger wheels and look more at comfort, road noise and durability as well as environmental impact and not just style; I had large sport wheels on a car once and hated them

[@Maxwell1989]

Keep it in Smart mode it switches between sport and comfort and eco mode

[@thiongoa]

One of the most improved SUVs that includes heated front and back seats.....a plus

[@Maxwell1989]

Plus ventilated front and second row seats

[@EscapeFPs]

Heated third row seats

[@hermanmiller2142]

You know what bro, we have cooled front and back seats in indonesia.

[@futurepaver2039]

@@hermanmiller2142Well it's not common here in the US

[@hermanmiller2142]

@futurepaver2039 but US version have maps, xirius satellite, auto parking, more advance key than us.

[@sambrown1414]

It's beautiful, plus Hyundai hit all the spots. This right here is the king of family hauler.

[@stevehoang63]

First time owner of the Palisade Calligraphy! It’s so luxuriously quiet and packed with so much safety features! Loving the heck out of this SUV! ❤

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

Wow!! This is the right SUV to afford guys.

[@harrycee656]

No folding side mirror is an odd exclusion.

[@denakelley4363]

I’ve watched dozens of reviews, this one was the best. I bought a Palisade in the Caligraphy trim a couple days ago. My only dislike is that the sound system is anemic in volume. At top volume I can still hold a conversation with my passenger so that will be my one aftermarket modification.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! And congrats on your new Palisade! Great pick

[@Maxwell1989]

Make sure you do a software update for your navigation audio system and improve the audio quality there's issues with the firmware it will fix all the audio issues

[@glenr-oe]

Absolutely beautiful vehicle. But I truly believe it needs to be said that the warranty is valid only if the dealership is willing to accept it. There are Hyundai owners who, unfortunately, have had issues with their Palisades (and other models) and have been hung out to dry. All have stated the same about the presale experience (amazing etc) but it’s the post sale experience that makes the owner regret their purchase. It’s sad because Kia and Hyundai have created some dope vehicles, but their dealers are insanely corrupted. From the markups to treating their customers like crap. Overall, nice review CC bros. 🥃

[@HamzaKhan-uc5zo]

nah, just kia. they have one of the tightest inventories out of any car brand.

[@akhere07]

​@@HamzaKhan-uc5zo what is the meaning of your message? Didn't understand it what does it mean to question asked above

[@glenr-oe]

@@HamzaKhan-uc5zo Are you saying Kia’s dealers are the only ones corrupted?

[@HamzaKhan-uc5zo]

kia dealers are far more corrupt than hyundai dealers, because they have very tight inventory compared to hyundai, atleast in my area. (socal)

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

I got my KIA in 2020, so just before the world fell apart and the Biden Administration put our country up for sale. Regardless, I had a horrendous experience buying my current vehicle, but the service has been very high quality. My experience a few years before with a Hyundai was a relatively easy buying experience, but the service was absolutely terrible. I had to fight for everything that was under warranty.

[@nickabbatiello828]

Awesome video on the Hyundai Palisade Caligraphy!! Great job guys!!! You guys are the best!!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks, as always!

[@PSTXFL]

We have a 2020 Limited we bought brand new in February 2020. It’s been a great vehicle, taken it on many road trips, no problems. Could use the power folding mirrors though.

[@kbunky69]

You guys do know there was a funny comedy movie called Fancy Pants . Staring Bob Hope and Lucy Ball .

[@_M....]

we have this exact color and the video doesn't do the interior justice. it looks and feels amazing.

[@andyb9664]

Amazing value as always, amazing car, but why are you doing all the hard accel tests in comfort mode? Sport mode is there for a reason!

[@joegrahe3958]

Was giving it serious thought until I watched Car Care Nut's review of the undersides i.e. the parts we usually don't see.

[@Tubetronics]

Yes, I watched that review too a few weeks back and was shocked about the parts we don't see including the engine.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

@@TubetronicsBuyers nor reviewers care about engineering and beneath the skin quality. I find reviewers very shallow for discussing mirrors more than engines, transmissions, suspension elements, etc.

[@Crank5285]

If only I could find one. Lots in Canada are empty and no Palisades in sight. Sad.

[@FingerBoy10]

The new Mazda CX-90 eats the Palisade for breakfast, given it has what the Palisade/Telluride have always lacked: appealing driving dynamics.

[@eBikify]

The Mazda is nice but it’s significantly smaller and $10k more expensive (when comparing the highest end model of each)

[@K-SD-DAD]

cx90 is too small, cramped. Can't barely fit adults in the 3rd row. Not to mention it's overpriced. Don't take my word for it. I only see Tellurides and Palisades out on the roads, have not seen a single cx90, or cx-9.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

@@K-SD-DADSo it’s not for livery. For everyone else the third row is for kids.

[@jdavis1374]

What do you buy a 3 row vehicle for? I like going around corner and stuff, but I bought my Palisade because I needed room. The Mazda does not have that. I needed a nice smooth ride on the highway and plenty of space for people and stuff. The Palisade fit that better than the Mazda, for a lot less money. When I want to play speed racer, I won’t be looking for my 3 row Palisade. I have other vehicles, lower to the ground for that.

[@JoeCapicollo]

Great review. Just bought the 2024 Calligraphy. Another update you might want to advise the viewers is about Android Auto and Apple Carplay. Hyundai is going to update to wireless connectivity going forward and some previous models with navigation are going to have an update to allow wireless connectivity. The list of vehicles should be issued soon.

[@CarConfections]

Congrats on your new Palisade! We plan on asking Hyundai about their update strategy at the Kona launch in a couple weeks

[@josephpayton9151]

The styling is very bold and i love it. It’s styling that only Hyundai can get away with. I think we know what the next comparison is though 😏

[@jmartyt9810]

HDA 2 and 360 camera are available in SEL Premium.

[@dreynolds2491]

Like how it looks so smoother than the telluride

[@Milocat-v3g]

The best thing you do is measure the back of the front seat to back of hatch. I always take a tape measure with me for test rides. I also measure the width of cargo area. This is very important to many people, thanks

[@CarConfections]

Glad you like that! Thanks for watching!

[@gch8155]

Beautiful..great review handsome guys😅

[@doug6191]

I simply cannot understand why I see so many Atlas R-lines out & about when this (and the Telluride) is available at roughly the same price.

[@gabediaz4189]

What i was thinking, too. I have an Atlas Cross Sport R line. It was roughly the same price and does not have nearly the amenities as the Palisade. So why does VW charge more for less?

[@PK-bn2pg]

Maybe because the atlas has more room. The traverse and atlas sell a lot because they are bigger even though they are dated

[@hellkitty1014]

VW likely has better lease arrangements as well.

[@chiemekaa]

Likely demand/wait in some places. Yes, even almost 4 years later. But I guess it also depends on where you live. I see more Palisades and Tellurides in my Houston area.

[@hellkitty1014]

@@chiemekaa I agree. Up until very recently, the H/K twins were way over MSRP, whereas VW was selling under.

[@yorkyrolling7924]

Amazing review from the CC twins....

[@brokeboy87]

The Mazda CX-9 has some competition in this mainstream luxury space.

[@AbztractPictures]

They just came out with the CX-90 PHEV to replace the CX-9.

[@tommy13965]

Really 😂 Kia and Hyundai wows with their techs and amenities but they are mostly junk underneath. I would take made in Japan than made in Korea any day.

[@brokeboy87]

@@AbztractPictures it's interesting that they would replace the Cx-9 despite Mazda not having a huge lineup of cars.

[@dianakingclarke2248]

Strongly thinking about purchasing this but just worried about the security system.....what makes this different from the past Hyundais from not getting stolen??

[@CarConfections]

Here is an article that would be helpful in explaining: www.google.com/amp/s/www.autoblog.com/amp/article/hyundai-kia-theft-fix-resolution-updates/. Long story short, new Hyundai's do not have this issue any longer.

[@charlienightwine5753]

Since it has a push button and a smart key it will not start if they get into it the Kia boys can only start kias and Hyundais the have a key that goes into the ignition not the push button ones

[@dianakingclarke2248]

@@charlienightwine5753 Thank you

[@jdavis1374]

Those old models with the key were easy to steal. I Palisade has keyless start with the immobilized system. Not so easy to steal.

[@impaul41]

Unlike 90% of the market driving off the lot in a palisade takes a resale value hit lol

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent review as per usual!😸

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan]

I'm thinking of buy an 23' Hyundai Palisade.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Do you recommend paying $5-7 k over MSRP?

[@CarConfections]

We would not. These are going for MSRP in many parts of the country now (including in our area), so if you expand your search perimeter you should be able to find one for sticker. It's worth a road trip for $5-7k if you ask us

[@HamzaKhan-uc5zo]

if this was a called a "mercedes benz", it would have 0 competition.

[@sarojshrestha6464]

Can we get the calligraphy palisade's second row as bench seating?

[@jdavis1374]

Only in the SE and special order on the SEL with Premium package.

[@박동석-u7u]

I love hyundai .hyundai tech is adavanced

[@cookiemaster4145]

how economic is on the gasoline consumption per mile? someone knows?

[@K-SD-DAD]

Just got my 23 SEL AWD. $43K + taxes=$47K. Love it. Buy it, arguably the best mid sized SUV ,in the market along with its sister Telluride.

[@russell311000]

$47K for a Hyundai?

[@CarConfections]

Great choice! Congrats on your new Palisade!

[@K-SD-DAD]

@@russell311000 Yes

[@grigoriostheodoropoulos9576]

I prefer the 2023 pilot

[@K-SD-DAD]

@@grigoriostheodoropoulos9576 Good for you

[@akhere07]

At 24:50 why didn't you have comparison of mazda xc90 in your sheet?

[@CarConfections]

This video has filmed a week before we drove the CX-90. We are currently working on a way to get the full list of sound level readings on our website 👍

[@anique1990]

Nice work

[@Dufflincarreviews123]

no way it free man kia and hyundai have great value

[@CaptainSprinkles1985]

We really want a palisade but we are (still) waiting for dealerships to stop adding markups 😒

[@K-SD-DAD]

Then you won't get one this year, heck, maybe even next year.

[@CaptainSprinkles1985]

@@K-SD-DAD probably. Already been waiting since 2020, another few months won’t hurt. Might even be a blessing in disguise with the updated vehicles now coming out

[@jdavis1374]

Check around. There are dealers that don’t jack the price up. It’s worth it to drive a couple hundred miles to save a couple thousand dollars.

[@kokopuffs5789]

You forgot to mention the thigh extenders on the driver's seat. It really helps with comfort especially on long drives.

[@hermanmiller2142]

Nahh we dont have this feature in indonesiA

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice review keep up the good work Car Confection

[@CarConfections]

Thanks, will do. Have a great weekend!

[@JerryMejia23]

Its perfect but needs a stronger engine in my opinion

[@beachlife3772]

No....test drove the palisade and it is hype....

[@akhere07]

Did you compare palisade with a cx90?

[@CarConfections]

This was filmed the week before we sampled the CX-90

[@popaki9484]

Very nice. Is this the RWD?

[@charlienightwine5753]

It is AWD

[@donna8243]

At this price point, it should have a power steering column adjustment.

[@andyb9664]

Nope, that's one of the smart decisions to skip to keep the price at 50k

[@michaelzabik2627]

Team Hyundai ❤

[@futurepaver2039]

Idk what families are dreaming of a car that looks like, well, that

[@Alrounderrrr]

How people can afford this without going into debt?

[@andyb9664]

Still half the price of an Escalade so what u on about?! 😀

[@Mintmonet5301]

The bolsters are too big in the front seats.

[@itprabhu4]

Is it worth to buy a gas car in 2023??

[@harrytej]

You mean a 8 passenger EV? Does it exist?

[@itprabhu4]

@@harrytej I believe kia is launching EV 8 seater suv next year..

[@Maxwell1989]

You where not in sport mode

[@hermanmiller2142]

I just get my palisade, and you know what? I get confuse of all the features. It is too much. This machine live out all the expectations. In indonesia the price is 1.015.000k or 67.600 after tax for sel fwd. We call it signature in indonesia. After 2 days driving this machine i have nothing to complain about. I have my lexus rx200t before but to be honest this car is just awesome. Just wait fot 3 years later to claim its reliability. It is only almost half of lexus rx200t price

[@ledebuhr1]

Guys, Any idea how Hyundai can offer so much bang for your buck? Are they selling them at a loss? Does using their own steel mills lower production cost? No other company can offer what the Palisade does for that price.

[@D0NTsmokeCRACK]

They use really cheap mechanical components. Always have. That’s why you don’t see many older Hyundais rolling around and the ones you do see look like death

[@ruturaj47]

Multiple reasons 1. Sourcing steel is cheaper to them 2. They don't spend much on chassy development, it's basically lifted minivan platform 3. They don't prioritize handling, that saves development cost 4. It's built in Korea, I assume currency exchange advantage is more than Japan 5. Part sharing with Kia and within lineup

[@ruturaj47]

I think one more thing is technologies trickle down from Genesis while Toyota and Honda seem to fight with one hand tied due to Lexus and Acura offerings, and technological features being major differences. While Genesis models have completely different platforms separating them.

[@D0NTsmokeCRACK]

@@ruturaj47 yes these are true but I’ll stand by my belief that they use cheaper components. If you’ve ever worked under the hood of an Elantra and say a carolla you can tell the difference

[@ruturaj47]

@@D0NTsmokeCRACK what are those differences? At the 10 year 100k mark, cars lose 80-90% of value, if Elantra was cheaper by 20% and offered more features it's a win for consumers who are keeping cars that long. All comes down to individual needs and wants.

[@josephpayton9151]

Hey guys!

[@nathanperry390]

😂🎉 kick ass kid your gonna go far in the segment because BUYERS WANT TO HERE WHAT THE AUDIO SYSTEMS SOUNDS LIKE 👍

[@BFETile]

Tech!!! This thing does not even have wireless carplay.

[@andyb9664]

Yea, and no folding mirrors or electric steering wheel adjustment... But guess what, it's fckn $50k !

[@pranavkapavarapu799]

Hey This is My Dream SUV

[@leop3009]

Ive always prefeedr the design of the Telluride over the Palisade😊

[@darriontunstall3708]

I like it

[@AnasAmin-hc3gv]

Nice jeep

[@MuhammadUmar-ip6ch]

Nice

[@jaytee742gearhead7]

this suv isnt as reliable as honda pilot and toyota highlander and wont last as long. talk to me when a palisade or any hyundai gets 300k miles like a highlander.

[@husnainkhan5717]

Great

[@specialeducationwithshamim2238]

Complete package

[@michshabado]

The base sound doesn't compare to the Bose in the Mitsubishi outlander

[@johnrichards3666]

The only drawback for me is the Hyundai logo on the steering wheel never letting me forget that I'm driving a Hyundai. I know it sounds petty but it would always bug me.

[@Niles-Guy]

When the engine & tranny fail don’t be surprised

[@BFETile]

Kia and Hyundi still have ways to go on reliability. For those who say 5yr/100k warranty. Just try claiming that see what happens. Months of waiting if it ever get approved. Just google it you will find many news vid and articles talking about their engines blowing up. Don’t fall for the tech gimmick and get stuck with 🍋

[@tommy13965]

Careful the fanboys will tell you different because their n line can beat anybody 😂😂😂

[@ruturaj47]

Hyundai lamda (one on palisade) and 8 speed (both FWD and RWD versions) that seems to be okaish reliable compared to their other transmission and older engines. If you buy something else that has all the features as calligraphy that car would depreciate more in 3-5 years than palisade would cost. Unless you go buy previous gen sequoia (different class), reliability isn't that high on anything else, old pilot had dreading 9 speed, new one has other issues, highlander is too small and has turbo 4, Americans are worst in reliability, Nissan 😂 I guess just name is enough.

[@tommy13965]

@@ruturaj47 as much as I hate Toyota none of these guys can beat them in terms of reliability Honda has been getting worst with their reliability between their 1.5 turbos and the 9 speed transmission. I would never touch a Nissan again after owning a pathfinder as for Hyundai and Kia they are just fine for cheap transportation nothing more but with the recent dealer markups they are not cheap anymore and just not worth the price no matter how much tech they put in their cars and suv.

[@ruturaj47]

@@tommy13965 no one can beat selected Toyota reliability, that would be sequoia, 4runner, Prius, Camry. I don't think new RAV4 and highlanders are that reliable, still above competition but marginally. It all comes down to wants and needs, and for many Korean twins were good value even after markups. I am not seeing markups in my area, I am seeing a few hundred off MSRP on Palisades. If I pay 7k less today than pilot and highlander, keep it for 10 years, I would be losing about the same or less money in resale compared to them. Pretty much I would have more features that most cars under 100k lack.

[@sonunigham786]

🎉🎉🎉

[@naveenthemachine]

Well done Hyundai you’ve officially killed the grand Highlander and tx before they even get driven 👏. Rip gh and tx before we give you a chance.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

U Cartoon😂😂😂 Let them come to market the GH will single handedly end the sales of this pallisade People aren't idiots that why they buy more regular highlanders than korean twins combined

[@chiemekaa]

Indeed. I've seen the preproduction GH presented and the additional space is the only thing going for it. The plastics still look unattractive with no better quality or amenities than the HL. Only the CX-90 (interior quality) and the Pilot (space efficiency) are the best match/alternatives).

[@ruturaj47]

​@@chiemekaa GH seems to be smaller from numbers that were released.

[@thepcuser5469]

@@chiemekaa it might be fixed for the production model, but who knows if it will?

[@88hemoglobin]

Shiny junk and gimmicky tech, this car will not stand the test of time like a Toyota/Lexus, stop making us laugh 😂

[@khankhajjak4714]

Wow

[@donaldsmith283]

Everybody I know loves The look of that S u v.😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@AKhan2-5]

😮

[@ToTo_0224]

No for me sorry 😫

[@paulira7407]

I can’t deal with the looks of the front end. To each their own, but the front end looks horrible. Too much going on and too much chrome for my tastes. 👎

[@gpoman9988]

POS cars

[@AAly-hf5mg]

Nice