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Three-row SUVs make excellent family vehicles. They have the extra seating and cargo space for the demands of an active life full of sports events, vacations, and the daily commute to work and school. Their fuel efficiency is better than their larger full-size siblings, and they make cost-effective yet highly satisfying vehicles for daily life. more If you’ve been looking at the Hyundai Palisade for sale, you’ve probably heard a bit about the Mazda CX-90 too. Both have seen success in the highly competitive three-row SUV category. Which of these is the superior choice for busy families on the go? The details paint a clear picture. The Basics Before we get into detailed comparisons, let’s take a look at the basic stats of the Palisade and the CX-90. As stated above, both are part of the three-row SUV category. The Mazda CX-90 is the next evolution of the CX-9, first appearing in 2023. The Hyundai Palisade is a few years older and first rolled off the assembly line in 2020. The 2025 Mazda CX-90 has an MSRP of $37,845 for the base 3.3 Turbo Select trim and climbs to $56,450 for the top-tier 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus trim. The CX-90 is only available in all-wheel drive but has two different outputs for its 3.3L inline-six engine. The EPA-estimated fuel economy is 24 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade has an MSRP of $36,800 for the base SE trim and reaches $54,100 for the top-tier Calligraphy Night trim, making it a bit more affordable than the CX-90. It is available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and every trim comes standard with the same 3.8L V6 engine, so you won't have to pay more to unlock the vehicle's full potential. Seating & Passenger Space Having enough space for everyone is an important factor in a family vehicle. You won’t just be driving your kids, but your kids plus their friends, teammates, classmates, and quite possibly a dog. While both the Palisade and the CX-90 seat up to eight, the amount of space for those passengers is very different. The CX-90 has 141.6 cubic feet of passenger volume, while the Palisade comes in at 155.3 cubic feet. Passenger volume matters more than you might think. It’s the indicator of how much room the interior has for passengers to sit, no matter how many seats are present. Headroom is another of the most important indicators of comfort for your passengers. The Hyundai offers 40.7 inches, 40.1 inches, and 37.8 inches for the first, second, and third rows, respectively. With the Mazda, those numbers are reduced to 39.7, 39.3, and 36.9 inches, respectively. That’s significantly less and could make the difference between a comfortable ride and a cramped one. If we follow the number trail a little further, we see that the Palisade continues to shine in leg room with 44.1 inches in the front and 31.4 inches in the very back compared to Mazda’s 41.7 inches and 30.4 inches. The hip room and shoulder room measurements tell a similar story. Cargo Space Cargo space is another important factor when choosing a three-row SUV for your family. Let’s be honest; your kids, their friends, and even the dog come with gear that needs to be hauled from place to place. Plus, you need space to get groceries, bring home items for the house, and even toss in a few bags of soil for the garden. This another area where the Palisade shows its dominance over the CX-90 The Mazda comes with either a two-person or three-person third-row seating arrangement. In the variation with two passengers, the cargo volume breaks down to 15.9 cubic feet with all the seats upright, 40.1 cubic feet with the third-row seats folded down, and 75.2 cubic feet with both the second and third-row seats folded down. When the third row accommodates three passengers, the numbers change slightly to offer a maximum of 74.2 cubic feet. The Palisade offers a larger cargo volume. It breaks down to 18 cubic feet with all the seats upright, 45.8 cubic feet with the third-row seats folded down, and 86.4 cubic feet with both the second and third-row seats folded down. That’s a difference of over 11 cubic feet with the two back rows down. Convenience When you’re spending a lot of time in the car, even the smallest convenience features can make a big difference. Take USB ports, for instance. In the Mazda, there are four in the base trim––two in the front row and two in the second row. The Palisade has five, three in the front row and two in the second row. Another small but helpful touch is the extra mini pocket in the Palisade’s map pockets. The Mazda’s map pockets lack this upgrade. The bigger features matter too, of course, and add up to some serious quality-of-life upgrades. The rearview mirror on the Palisade automatically dims to help prevent the lights of any traffic behind you from causing distracting and visibility-decreasing glare. On the CX-90, the day/night dimming feature must be activated manually. The second-row seat also slides with the touch of a button in the Palisade, while it must be done manually in the CX-90. Who wants to put extra stress on their backs before a big trip? You’ve got better things to do with your vacation. Safety When you’re looking for a vehicle for your family, safety has to come first and foremost. We’re living in an era where every new model year brings new advances in automotive safety technology. To prevent collisions or mitigate their damage, most manufacturers now have their own driver safety assist suite (the i-ACTIVSENSE suite for Mazda, while Hyundai has SmartSense), but it’s not enough for a vehicle to have one of these suites. As with most things, the details are what makes the difference. The Mazda CX-90 has eight airbags: Dual front, front side-impact airbags and side-impact air curtains, and knee airbags for the driver and front seat passenger. The Hyundai Palisade raises that number to nine, with the following breakdown: dual front airbags, one driver knee airbag, two front-side impact, two second-row rear side, and two side curtain airbags. One airbag might not seem like a lot of difference until it’s covering a vulnerable area near your loved one. The Final Verdict While the Mazda CX-90 is a fine vehicle, the features it has are geared more toward professionals who want a cool yet sophisticated car, carpool commuters, and drivers who are looking to tow or offroad. The Hyundai Palisade has the room to comfortably drive around families, Little League teams, groceries, and sports gear without compromising passenger comfort or safety. Overall, it has the widest range of cargo space, comfort features, and conveniences that make time spent on the road easier. When you have an active family, you know that life can get complicated. One thing that shouldn’t be complicated is your vehicle. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is here to help everyone and everything get where it’s going headache-free in a fun-to-drive, big-on-features package. Pay us a visit, and we'll show you just how well it can accommodate your family's needs.

When you know, you know—and large SUV buyers who refuse to compromise on safety, luxury, and style know that when it's time to decide, finding a 2025 Hyundai Palisade for sale is the best choice. Rated a nearly perfect 9.5/10 by the editors at Car and Driver, the Palisade delivers big on sophistication without breaking the bank. Hyundai offers the 2025 Palisade in seven distinct trims that range in price from the mid-$30k area to just over $50k, which means buyers can dial in the exact features and level of luxury they want. more Competing in the cluttered three-row SUV segment isn't easy, thanks to a segment that's full of well-known nameplates that have been around for decades. Ironically, that's one of the reasons the Palisade has shot to the top of the heap: buyers are tired of the same old models. They want variety, and the Palisade stands out for its well-balanced combination of utility and elegance. With comfortable seating for up to eight passengers, the Palisade works well for large families. If hauling a boat or a small RV is part of your lifestyle, Hyundai's largest SUV answers the call with a 5,000-lb towing capacity. The Palisade's whisper-quiet cabin is infused with technology, including a massive infotainment touchscreen (standard across all trims) and easy smartphone connectivity. Thanks to the automaker's industry-leading 5-year, 60,000-mile limited warranty, which includes three years or 36,000 miles of complimentary maintenance, reliability is all but guaranteed. With everything the Palisade has to offer, the only question left is, which trim is best for you? Standard Features on All Palisade Trims The 2025 Hyundai Palisade offers a feature-rich option for every buyer, including a surprisingly well-equipped base trim that incorporates several key convenience and comfort features. All Palisades include standard automatic headlights and High Beam Assist, which automatically switches between low- and high-beam settings so drivers can focus on the road. Heated side mirrors with integrated LED turn-signal indicators are also standard, as is a smart key—called a Proximity Key—that unlocks the doors hands-free as you approach the vehicle. Inside, the power one-touch second-row seat slides forward for easy access to the third row. All Palisade trims include the same oversized 12.3-inch touchscreen, along with available SiriusXM radio. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity are also standard. Buyers of any trim can activate the available Wi-Fi hotspot so the family can stay connected and entertained on weekend road trips. Hyundai also includes several standard driver assistance technologies—including Automatic Emergency Braking, which is fine-tuned to detect vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists—as well as parking assist and lane keeping assist. Extra Features Across the Trim Lineup You probably don't need multicolor ambient cabin lighting, but if you choose either the Limited or high-end Calligraphy trims, you can choose from 64 different colors to align with your mood. A dual-panel sunroof also comes standard on the three highest Palisade trims. While not unique, the sunroof fills the entire cabin with natural light. Also included in upper trims is an in-cabin intercom system, which will come in handy when the siblings need a referee and you don't have time to pull over. Also worth mentioning is the 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system, standard on the Limited and Calligraphy trims. QuantumLogic Surround Sound is custom-tailored to the Palisade's cabin, and it has Clari-Fi Music Restoration Technology, a patented tool that analyzes and corrects audio content for a more crisp, dynamic sound. An estimated 90% of the nuance of digitally compressed music is lost during the compression process; Clari-Fi restores that lost audio detail, even for satellite radio. The SE Hyundai's most affordable Palisade trim, the SE, comes with a powerful 291-hp V6 engine, seating for eight passengers (including a second-row bench seat), and a massive 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with standard navigation. LED headlights and Daytime Running Lights keep you visible to other motorists and illuminate the road with precision. Small finishes, like the brushed chrome door handles, add a touch of elegance to the Palisade SE's exterior. The SEL As Car and Driver's choice for the best value and most efficient configuration, the SEL adds H-Tex seat trimming, a fast-charging wireless smartphone charger, and available all-wheel drive. You can also use your smartphone as a digital key when you select the SEL. For added safety, parents of little ones and fur babies will appreciate the standard Advanced Rear Occupant Alert, which uses sensors to detect movement in the rear seats and alerts the driver once the vehicle is parked and the engine is turned off. The XRT Moving up to the mid-range Palisade XRT unlocks a handful of extras that punch up its curb appeal. Standard 20-inch trim-exclusive wheels and a dark front grille give the XRT an edgier look. Hyundai also adds a standard Parking Distance Warning system that works in forward and reverse, alerting you when you're approaching an obstacle as you park. A standard Surround View Monitor offers a bird's-eye 360-degree view of the area surrounding your vehicle—a super helpful feature when squeezing into a tight parking space. The SEL Premium With an MSRP in the mid-$40k range, the SEL offers standard second-row captain's chairs, which is a great choice for families with older kids who like a little extra elbow room. In addition to 20-inch alloy wheels and Hyundai's handy Surround View Monitor, the SEL Premium also adds a Blind-Spot View Monitor, which displays a live view of both blind spots (driver and passenger) to assist with changing lanes. The Limited Are you looking for more high-end luxury features without passing the $50k threshold? The Limited achieves both, coming standard with leather seating and heated third-row seats, which might help tamp down sibling squabbles about who gets stuck in the very back. Also standard on the Limited trim is a 10-inch head-up display, which projects key driving data, such as rate of speed and navigation cues, at eye level on the windshield in full color. The Calligraphy The penultimate Hyundai Palisade, the Calligraphy, embraces luxury with standard buttery soft Nappa leather seating surfaces in black or beige, upscale 20-inch wheels, and a futuristic driver's seat that takes comfort to the stratosphere. Called the Ergo Motion Driver's Seat, this seat has seven air pockets, which adjust to optimize driver posture and stave off fatigue. The seat also has a massage feature that targets the lumbar, pelvic, and side areas, and there's also a stretch feature that can actually stretch the driver's back—a feature that can only be appreciated once you've experienced it. The Calligraphy Night Adjacent to the top of the Palisade's trim range is the premium variant, the Calligraphy Night. With all the standard luxury and convenience features found in the Calligraphy, Hyundai adds a range of exterior finishes to punch up the drama. These include a dark chrome front grille that matches the standard dark chrome rear bumper, unique 20-inch black liquid wheels, and a completely black interior with microfiber suede seating surfaces. A 2025 Hyundai Palisade for Every Buyer With seven trims to choose from and a price range that remains affordable, especially compared with the competition, the Palisade offers buyers who need a three-row SUV a competent, luxurious option with the best warranty in the business. Combining reliability with fun-to-drive features and a spacious cabin, Hyundai delivers an SUV that fits just about any lifestyle. Car and Driver said it best: "It's difficult to find glaring faults in the 2025 Hyundai Palisade." The Hyundai Palisade ticks the versatility box with its configurable cabin, seating for up to eight, and cavernous cargo area, not to mention the standard trailer pre-wiring and sway control system, which makes hooking up the boat and heading to the lake house a breeze. Opt for all-wheel drive—available on all trims—and your Palisade will own the road in inclement weather. Hyundai's largest SUV will get you and your family and friends where you need to go safely and in style.