Comparison · As of 2026-07
Telluride vs Palisade
Telluride or Palisade — which used three-row crossover wins? On our latest snapshot, a used 2026 Kia Telluride typically asks about $37,100 versus about $37,100 for a 2026 Hyundai Palisade. We also compare NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and estimated annual energy cost using the same formulas as our year pages.
Metrics use the same MSRP, retention/listing pricing, NHTSA safety enrich, and ownership-cost formulas as our year pages — not a VIN appraisal.
How do the numbers compare?
Side-by-side snapshot for the newest year of each model in our catalog.
| Metric | 2026 Kia Telluride | 2026 Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Newest catalog year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Est. used asking | $37,100 | $37,100 |
| Original MSRP | $39,500 | $39,500 |
| Retained vs MSRP | 94% | 94% |
| NHTSA recalls (newest year) | 0 | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 0 | 102 |
| NHTSA overall | — | 5/5 |
| Est. annual energy cost | $1,909 | $1,909 |
When should you pick the Telluride?
Pick the Telluride for design-led demand, strong resale on clean examples, and a slightly more premium cabin vibe.
When should you pick the Palisade?
Pick the Palisade for feature-rich trims at similar money and Hyundai’s warranty story on later years.
What's the short verdict?
They’re platform cousins — buy the cleaner, lower-mile example after checking recalls; Telluride wins on style demand, Palisade often on equipment per dollar.
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