If only I can have Telluride exterior with Palisade interior....

We picked the Palisade calligraphy.   Best car I've driven.  Smooth Quiet Economical and Beautiful.

Honestly, you can't go wrong with either one. Both the Telluride and Palisade punch above their weight against the competition. I would've had a hard time choosing between the two. Hyundai and KIA definitely made the impossible possible in every way by giving average people the luxury brand experience without buying the German badge or paying a luxury tax.

We chose between these 2, we chose the Pallisade because here in Phoenix, the lightest interior (gray) was the coolest.  I also preferred the Pallisade Calligraphy wheels and the Calligraphy brand.

I was on the fence about these two vehicles, and after several test drives of both, I ended with the Palisade Caligraphy. The Telluride is very close second choice for me, but I am extremely happy with my purchase.

Prior generation, it was Telluride all the way, but I would say the Palisade this gen is my preference. It’s just more cohesive, classier, the telluride is way too busy with weird touches and is not as smooth looking. I do love the Telluride from the rear though. It’d be really cool if they blended these two design designs on the refresh Santa Fe and made it look better than both of these.🎉😮

Palisade. Didn't like the goofy handles and climate controls on the telluride.

Resurgence of Kia and Hyundai is phenomenal, especially in the 3 row SUVs segment.

Palisade all day

Made in Georgia vs made in Korea: buy the palisade

I’m considering both of these, but waiting a little for the arrival of the 2027 Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Black Ink edition. They are currently in transit to dealers, and will stealthify the Palisade top trim level. Will be a tough decision, but both are winners in my book.

Great review!

Yes - This is the review that I have been waiting on for all of 2026!!!

I love both the Palisade Calligraphy and the Kia Telluride X-Line SX Prestige, and am stuck between which to purchase.

Kia needs to bring back the stinger

Awesome video ❤

I really like the looks and especially the interior of the Palisade over the Telluride. I have this at the top of my list for a purchase soon. Thanks for the review.

Palisade's interior reminds me of a science fiction movie, like Star Trek? yet I dig it,  however I like the Telluride's exterior better. yay

Two amazing SUVs

Palisade now has the black ink edition per article

In June, I purchased a 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy AWD (black exterior with a brown interior plus it has a built-in dash camera).  Love it!