2026 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Mazda CX-70

$39,435 · Crossover

$42,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The primary differentiator between the 2026 Hyundai Palisade and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 is fuel economy, with the CX-70 achieving 25 MPG combined versus the Palisade's 21 MPG combined, a significant 4 MPG advantage. Despite this efficiency lead, the Palisade undercuts the CX-70 on initial outlay, starting at $39,435 compared to $42,250. Power delivery presents a trade-off: the Palisade offers slightly more horsepower at 287 hp, but the CX-70 dominates torque output with 332 lb-ft compared to the Palisade's 260 lb-ft. Dimensional comparisons show the CX-70 is 1.6 inches longer (200.8 inches vs 199.2 inches), while the Palisade sits taller at 69.5 inches. Perhaps the most dramatic structural variance is cargo space, where the Palisade offers a comparatively small 19.1 cu ft against the CX-70's massive 39.6 cu ft capacity.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 wins for commuters due to its superior 25 MPG combined rating versus the Palisade's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mazda CX-70

The CX-70 is the clear family choice, boasting 39.6 cu ft of cargo space, nearly double the Palisade's 19.1 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mazda CX-70

Enthusiasts favor the CX-70 due to its substantial 332 lb-ft of torque, significantly exceeding the Palisade's 260 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers better entry value with an MSRP of $39,435, which is $2,815 less than the CX-70's starting price.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You prioritize a lower initial purchase price, as the Palisade starts at $39,435.
You prefer a slightly higher peak horsepower figure of 287 hp.
You require the taller vehicle height of 69.5 inches for clearance or perceived cabin height.

Choose the Mazda CX-70 if...

Maximizing fuel efficiency is critical, evidenced by the 25 MPG combined rating.
You need substantially more cargo space, benefiting from 39.6 cu ft versus 19.1 cu ft.
You value greater pulling power, as the CX-70 delivers 332 lb-ft of torque.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Mazda CX-70
Length	199.2"	200.8"
Width	78.0"	-
Height	69.5"	68.2"
Wheelbase	116.9"	122.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear 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	✓	✓
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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	3.3 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	287 hp @ 6400 rpm	280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 5000 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)	19/25 MPG	24/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	361.0/475.0 mi.	444.0/518.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.0 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	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speaker System	—	8
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	41.5 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	44.2 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.4 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	58.8 in.	56.2 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger 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
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Mazda
Rear Head Room	40.7 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	43.0 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.0 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.7 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 Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	21 x 9.5 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/65R	275/45R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the fuel economy difference between the 2026 Palisade and CX-70?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is rated at 25 MPG combined (24 city/28 highway), offering a 4 MPG advantage over the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, which achieves 21 MPG combined (19 city/25 highway).

How do the horsepower and torque figures compare for these crossovers?

The Hyundai Palisade has higher peak horsepower at 287 hp compared to the CX-70's 280 hp. However, the CX-70 delivers significantly more low-end grunt with 332 lb-ft of torque against the Palisade's 260 lb-ft.

Which vehicle offers better utility for hauling cargo?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 provides substantially more utility, quoting 39.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This is nearly double the 19.1 cubic feet offered by the 2026 Hyundai Palisade.

What is the price difference between the base models?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade starts at an MSRP of $39,435, making it $2,815 more affordable than the 2026 Mazda CX-70, which has a starting MSRP of $42,250.

Do both vehicles use the same basic drivetrain configuration?

Both utilize a regular unleaded fuel type and an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The primary drivetrain difference is that the Palisade comes standard with FWD, while the CX-70 features standard AWD.

How do the external dimensions vary between the two models?

The CX-70 is marginally longer at 200.8 inches versus the Palisade's 199.2 inches, but the Palisade is taller, measuring 69.5 inches compared to the CX-70's 68.2 inches.