Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.The Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade are corporate cousins, sharing a platform and much of their engineering, and together they have dominated the three-row midsize SUV class for years. Choosing between them has always come down to fine details, but for 2026 one big difference tilts the scales.2027 Kia Telluride HEV SX PrestigeKiaThat difference is timing, since one of these SUVs has just been fully redesigned while the other is waiting its turn. Here is how the Telluride and Palisade compare for 2026, and which one wins.2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Black Ink EditionHyundaiSpecs and pricingSpecificationKia TellurideHyundai PalisadeStatus for 2026Current generationFully redesignedBase engine3.8L V6, 291 hp3.5L V6, 287 hpHybrid optionComing for 2027Available now, 329 hpSeatingUp to 8Up to 8Powertrain warranty10 yr / 100,000 mi10 yr / 100,000 miStarting priceAbout $38,000About $40,000A Kia Telluride and a Hyundai Palisade share a warranty and a family tree, so this comparison turns on which one feels newer and more complete right now.The redesign advantageThe biggest difference this year comes down to timing. The Hyundai Palisade was fully redesigned for 2026, entering a new generation with fresh styling, a more upscale interior, upgraded technology, and new powertrains, and it currently ranks as one of the highest-rated three-row midsize SUVs on sale.2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Black Ink EditionHyundaiThe Kia Telluride, meanwhile, remains its beloved current-generation self for 2026, with its own full redesign not arriving until the 2027 model year. That leaves the Palisade as the newer and more modern of the two corporate cousins right now, which counts for a great deal in a fast-moving segment.2027 Kia Telluride HEV SX PrestigeKiaAdvertisementAdvertisementEngines and efficiencyThe Palisade also offers more powertrain choice for 2026. Alongside a new 287-horsepower V6, the redesigned Palisade adds an available hybrid making a strong 329 horsepower with standard all-wheel drive, giving buyers a genuinely efficient option in a class that has long lacked one.2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Black Ink EditionHyundaiThe current Telluride sticks with its proven 291-horsepower V6 for now, a smooth and capable engine, but without a hybrid alternative until its 2027 redesign lands. If you want the efficiency and extra muscle of a hybrid three-row today, the Palisade is the only one of these two that offers it.2027 Kia Telluride SX PrestigeKiaSpace, comfort, and featuresBoth remain superb family haulers, with subtle differences. The current Telluride is beloved for its boxy, upscale styling, its genuinely roomy and comfortable cabin, and slightly more cargo space than the outgoing Palisade offered, and many buyers simply prefer its rugged look and its off-road-ready X-Pro trims.2027 Kia Telluride HEV SX PrestigeKiaThe redesigned Palisade counters with more standard features, a more modern and luxurious interior, and clever touches like power-folding third-row seats and a second-row power outlet. Both seat up to eight and cover the family basics brilliantly. It comes down to whether you prefer the Telluride's proven charm or the Palisade's newer polish.2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy Black Ink EditionHyundaiAdvertisementAdvertisementValue, warranty, and resaleValue is a strength for both, as you would expect from this pair. The Telluride and Palisade both carry Hyundai and Kia's industry-leading 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and both deliver enormous space and features for the money. The Telluride has historically held its value a touch better, thanks to sustained demand, while the Palisade tends to start a little lower and, in redesigned form, packs in more standard equipment. Either way, you are getting one of the best value propositions in the class, so this category is close to a wash.So which one wins for 2026?The Hyundai Palisade wins for 2026. Freshly redesigned this year, it brings newer styling, a more upscale and feature-rich interior, upgraded technology, and, crucially, an available 329-horsepower hybrid that the Telluride cannot yet match, making it the more modern and more complete choice for the 2026 model year. It is currently among the very best three-row SUVs you can buy.The Kia Telluride remains outstanding and a very close second, still one of the most beloved family SUVs on sale, with styling many prefer, slightly more cargo room, and a marginally better resale record. The catch is simply timing, since its own full redesign, complete with the same hybrid option, arrives for 2027. If you can wait, the new Telluride will even the score, but for the 2026 model year, the redesigned Palisade takes the win.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 10, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.