2027 Palisade Hybrid vs 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid | Webb Hyundai Highland

August 17th, 2026 by

2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid vs 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Webb Hyundai Highland | (219) 923-2277 | 9236 Indianapolis Blvd, Highland, IN 46322

QUICK ANSWERThe 2027 Palisade Hybrid makes 329 horsepower and tows 4,000 lb. The standard Grand Highlander Hybrid makes 245 hp and tows 3,500 lb, though Hybrid Max reaches 362 hp and 5,000 lb at a significant fuel economy cost.

How do they compare?

2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Combined horsepower 329 hp 245 hp, or 362 hp with Hybrid Max
Engine 2.5L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder hybrid 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid, or 2.4L turbo Hybrid Max
EPA-estimated combined MPG 34 FWD / 30 AWD Up to 36, or up to 27 with Hybrid Max
Max towing 4,000 lb with trailer brakes 3,500 lb, or 5,000 lb with Hybrid Max
Rows Three Three
Max seating 8 8
Starting MSRP $44,560 Not published at time of writing
Powertrain warranty 10 years / 100,000 miles 5 years / 60,000 miles

Which should you buy?

Which one wins depends entirely on which Toyota powertrain you price. Against the standard Grand Highlander Hybrid, the Palisade Hybrid brings 84 more horsepower and 500 lb more towing, and gives up about 2 mpg combined. Against Hybrid Max, Toyota takes the power and towing lead at 362 hp and 5,000 lb but drops to roughly 27 mpg combined, which erases most of the reason to buy a hybrid. The Hyundai powertrain warranty runs five years and 40,000 miles longer either way.

What matters for Lake County drivers?

If you tow near the limit, price the Hybrid Max carefully, because its 5,000-lb rating comes with roughly 27 mpg combined. If your use is school runs and highway trips, the Palisade Hybrid gives you more power than the standard Toyota hybrid and keeps most of the economy.

Both are available to drive at Webb Hyundai Highland, so compare them back to back rather than on paper.

This page is part of our full 2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid guide at Webb Hyundai Highland.

Key Takeaways

  • The Palisade Hybrid makes 329 hp combined.
  • The standard Grand Highlander Hybrid makes 245 hp; Hybrid Max makes 362 hp.
  • The Palisade Hybrid returns 34 mpg combined FWD.
  • Toyota reaches up to 36 mpg combined on the standard hybrid, 27 on Hybrid Max.
  • The Palisade Hybrid tows up to 4,000 lb with trailer brakes.
  • Both can be driven back to back at Webb Hyundai Highland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Palisade Hybrid better than the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid?
Which one wins depends entirely on which Toyota powertrain you price. Against the standard Grand Highlander Hybrid, the Palisade Hybrid brings 84 more horsepower and 500 lb more towing, and gives up about 2 mpg combined. Against Hybrid Max, Toyota takes the power and towing lead at 362 hp and 5,000 lb but drops to roughly 27 mpg combined, which erases most of the reason to buy a hybrid. The Hyundai powertrain warranty runs five years and 40,000 miles longer either way.
Which has more horsepower?
The Palisade Hybrid at 329 hp against 245 for the standard Grand Highlander Hybrid, though Toyota Hybrid Max reaches 362 hp.
Which is more fuel efficient?
The Grand Highlander Hybrid slightly, at up to 36 mpg combined against 34 for the Palisade Hybrid FWD.
Which has the better warranty?
The Palisade Hybrid. Hyundai covers the powertrain 10 years or 100,000 miles against 5 years or 60,000 miles for Toyota.

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