2025 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Mazda CX-70

$37,200 · Crossover

$42,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant initial differentiator is the $5,050 MSRP gap, with the 2025 Hyundai Palisade starting at $37,200 compared to the 2026 Mazda CX-70 at $42,250. Performance specs present a trade-off: the Palisade delivers slightly more peak horsepower at 291 hp versus the CX-70's 280 hp, but the CX-70 counters with substantially higher torque at 332 lb-ft against the Palisade's 262 lb-ft. Fuel efficiency favors the Mazda, achieving a 25 MPG combined rating compared to the Hyundai's 22 MPG combined, although the Palisade offers a lower barrier to entry. In terms of utility, the CX-70 boasts significantly more available cargo capacity at 39.6 cu ft, nearly doubling the Palisade's 18 cu ft maximum measurement, despite being only 4.1 inches longer at 200.8 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is the superior commuter due to its higher combined fuel economy rating of 25 MPG versus the Palisade's 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mazda CX-70

The CX-70 offers over double the maximum cargo capacity at 39.6 cu ft compared to the Palisade's 18 cu ft, offering better utility for family hauling.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 offers 332 lb-ft of torque and standard All-Wheel Drive, providing better pull and traction than the Palisade's 262 lb-ft and FWD standard setup.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade offers a substantially lower entry price point at $37,200, saving buyers $5,050 over the CX-70.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

Your primary concern is initial purchase price, as the Palisade undercuts the CX-70 by $5,050 MSRP.
You require maximum available horsepower, as the Palisade leads with 291 hp versus the CX-70's 280 hp.
Front-wheel drive is preferred, as the Palisade comes standard with FWD compared to the CX-70's AWD configuration.

Choose the Mazda CX-70 if...

Maximizing usable storage is critical, given the CX-70's 39.6 cu ft cargo capacity.
Superior low-end grunt is desired, as the CX-70 offers 332 lb-ft of torque, substantially more than the Palisade's 262 lb-ft.
Achieving better mileage is a priority, supported by the CX-70’s superior 25 combined MPG rating.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Mazda CX-70
Length	196.7"	200.8"
Width	77.8"	-
Height	68.9"	68.2"
Wheelbase	114.2"	122.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
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	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Base Engine Displacement	3.8 L	3.3 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	291 hp @ 6000 rpm	280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm	332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	24/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.2/488.8 mi.	444.0/518.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
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	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
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	—
Speaker System	—	8
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	44.1 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.2 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	58.1 in.	56.2 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Rear Head Room	40.1 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.4 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.8 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.7 in.	55.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	21 x 9.5 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R18	275/45R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
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.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Mazda CX-70.

What is the primary performance difference regarding acceleration between the two crossovers?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 holds a significant advantage in torque output, generating 332 lb-ft compared to the 2025 Hyundai Palisade's 262 lb-ft, which generally translates to stronger low-end pulling power. However, the Palisade technically outputs more peak horsepower at 291 hp.

How significant is the difference in fuel economy for daily driving?

The Mazda CX-70 offers a measurable efficiency gain, achieving a combined 25 MPG (24 city/28 highway) versus the Hyundai Palisade’s 22 MPG combined rating (19 city/26 highway).

Does the longer Mazda CX-70 provide more usable space inside?

Yes, the CX-70 is slightly longer at 200.8 inches, but its utility difference is pronounced in cargo: it offers 39.6 cu ft versus the Palisade's 18 cu ft maximum cargo space.

Which vehicle is the more budget-friendly option based on MSRP?

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is the significantly more affordable option, starting at $37,200, whereas the 2026 Mazda CX-70 starts $5,050 higher at $42,250.

What are the standard drivetrain differences between the 2025 Palisade and the 2026 CX-70?

The Hyundai Palisade comes standard with front-wheel drive, while the Mazda CX-70 includes all-wheel drive as its standard configuration, influencing handling characteristics.