2025 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Honda Passport

$37,200 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade bursts onto the scene offering substantial three-row presence with a starting MSRP of just $37,200, contrasting sharply with the more rugged 2026 Honda Passport starting at $44,750—a difference of $7,550. The Palisade boasts 291 horsepower and achieves a respectable 22 combined MPG, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious buyers prioritizing fuel economy in a large package. Meanwhile, the Passport dials up the capability, standardizing All-Wheel Drive and featuring a taller stance at 73.1 inches high, appealing to the adventurous spirit. While the Palisade offers slightly better highway efficiency at 26 MPG, the Passport counters with a commanding 44 cubic feet of cargo capacity, eclipsing the Palisade's 18 cubic feet significantly for hauling gear. Both crossovers trade blows, the Palisade winning on upfront cost and slight MPG edge, while the Passport leverages standard AWD and superior utility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade wins for commuters due to its $7,550 lower starting price and marginally better 22 combined MPG efficiency.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport is superior for families needing space, offering a massive 44 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Palisade's 18 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

Enthusiasts seeking capability will prefer the Passport's standard All-Wheel Drive and the smoother shifts from its 10-speed automatic transmission.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers overwhelming initial value, starting nearly $7,600 less than the Passport while still delivering 291 horsepower.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You need to keep the initial purchase price under $38,000, as the Palisade starts at $37,200.
Maximizing your fuel range is critical, given its 22 combined MPG rating on regular unleaded.
You prefer the larger overall footprint, measuring 196.7 inches long for maximum presence.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You require true year-round traction, as the Passport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive.
You plan on hauling substantial gear, evidenced by its class-leading 44 cubic feet of cargo space.
You value a sophisticated drivetrain utilizing a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Honda Passport
Length	196.7"	191.5"
Width	77.8"	79.4"
Height	68.9"	73.1"
Wheelbase	114.2"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	3.8 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	291 hp @ 6000 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.2/488.8 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	225W
Speaker System	—	9
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	2	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	44.1 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.2 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	58.1 in.	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	4-way
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Rear Head Room	40.1 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.4 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.8 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.7 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R18	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Honda
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Honda Passport.

What is the primary powertrain difference between the 2025 Palisade and the 2026 Passport?

The 2025 Palisade delivers 291 horsepower and uses an 8-speed automatic transmission, while the 2026 Passport offers 285 horsepower channeled through a more advanced 10-speed automatic.

How much more fuel efficient is the Hyundai Palisade compared to the Honda Passport?

The Palisade holds a slight edge with 22 combined MPG, whereas the AWD-equipped Passport is rated for 21 combined MPG, reflecting a minor efficiency advantage for the FWD Hyundai.

Is one of these vehicles significantly better equipped for off-pavement driving?

Yes, the 2026 Honda Passport includes All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment, giving it a distinct advantage in traction compared to the front-wheel-drive configuration of the base 2025 Palisade.

Which crossover provides substantially more usable storage space for gear?

The 2026 Honda Passport is the clear winner for cargo, boasting an impressive 44 cubic feet, which dwarfs the Palisade’s 18 cubic feet capacity.

How large is the price gap between the base models of the Palisade and the Passport?

There is a significant $7,550 difference, with the 2025 Hyundai Palisade starting at $37,200 versus the 2026 Honda Passport’s $44,750 starting MSRP.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel for their performance?

Fortunately, neither vehicle penalizes owners with high fuel costs; both the Palisade (291 hp) and the Passport (285 hp) are designed to run efficiently on regular unleaded gasoline.