Buying a family SUV is a big decision, as you'll be purchasing a vehicle that has to cater to growing needs as time passes. That's why it's wise to choose a midsize SUV, such as the 2024 Hyundai Palisade and the 2024 Honda Passport. These vehicles offer ample passenger space, plenty of cargo capacity, and a great array of tech. They also have punchy powertrains and ample safety features.
To help you choose, we'll compare the Palisade vs. Passport. We'll evaluate each family SUV's interior specifications, performance offerings, and safety credentials. Then, you'll know which one suits you and your family best.
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade has a spacious 154-cubic-foot passenger cabin and three rows of seats, which can carry up to eight occupants. Buyers can also choose a seven-seat configuration, swapping the second-row bench seat for two individual captain chairs. These seats have adjustment capabilities and armrests. Meanwhile, the 2024 Passport only offers two rows of seats. It has just 115 cubic feet of passenger space and no premium seating option for second-row passengers.
The 2024 Palisade can accommodate 18 cubic feet of cargo when its third row of seats is in use. Folding the third row grants it a spacious 46 cubic feet. Meanwhile, the two-row 2024 Passport can only carry 41 cubic feet of cargo. When you fold the second row of the 2024 Palisade, you’ll have 86 cubic feet of space. Doing the same in the 2024 Passport gives just 76 cubic feet. Furthermore, you can specify a power-folding third and second row for the 2024 Palisade to make it even more convenient.
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard across the range for all trims of both family SUVs. They also have Bluetooth® hands-free and wireless audio connectivity. Additionally, the 2024 Palisade offers a power-adjustable driver seat and tri-zone climate control with rear passenger air vents for all trims. In-dash navigation is standard, as are seven USB charging ports. Meanwhile, higher trims add ventilated front seats, a power-adjustable passenger seat, and heated plus ventilated second-row seats. Some trims also get a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Moreover, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system is available.
The 2024 Palisade comes standard with Hyundai’s BlueLink mobile app service. The app lets you lock and unlock the vehicle using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also remotely start it and manage some of its features via the app.
Every 2024 Palisade packs a potent 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V-6 engine. The engine makes 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It is paired with a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic gearbox. Some trims also include steering wheel-mounted gear shift paddles. These allow the driver to select gears manually. Front-wheel drive is standard for most trims, while buyers can select Hyundai’s HTRAC all-wheel drive system. Independent testers scored a 6.4-second time in the 0-60 benchmark. They also noted that the 2024 Palisade offers a smooth and quiet ride. The all-wheel drive variants can tackle some mild off-roading.
The 2024 Passport has a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V-6, making 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It comes with a nine-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive as standard. Independent testing has found the 2024 Passport to offer an acceptable ride, but the drive could be sportier. However, it does offer a TrailSport trim with some off-road enhancements.
The 2024 Palisade and the 2024 Passport can tow up to 5,000 pounds, depending on trim. The 2024 Palisade also includes trailer pre-wiring and a transmission oil cooler to help manage temperatures under load. Thus, you can be assured of reliability when towing for longer periods.
Every 2024 Palisade includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision avoidance, and blind spot monitoring. You’ll also find rear cross-traffic alert, lane-following assist, and a navigation-based smart cruise control system. Meanwhile, higher trims include one of two highway driving assistance systems and front and rear parking sensors. A surround-view monitor and a remote smart parking assist system can also be specified.
On the other hand, the 2024 Passport includes some of these features but not all. However, both family SUVs have a full complement of airbags, tire pressure monitoring systems, child safety locks, and child seat tethers. They also have driver attention monitors and rear seat occupant alerts.
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade wins our Palisade vs. Passport match-up. With three rows of seating, more cargo space, and a better-equipped cabin, it’s worth considering over the 2024 Passport. Then, its potent powertrain and leading safety features are more than enough to seal the deal. If you’d like to do that soon, contact us at Tuscaloosa Hyundai in Tuscaloosa, AL. We’ll put a 2024 Palisade on your driveway as soon as possible.
