2027 Palisade vs Honda Pilot | Webb Hyundai Highland

August 3rd, 2026 by

2027 Hyundai Palisade at Webb Hyundai Highland, Highland, IN

2027 Hyundai Palisade vs Honda Pilot

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

Quick Answer: The 2027 Hyundai Palisade offers an optional hybrid powertrain rated up to 34 mpg combined, something the gas-only Honda Pilot cannot match, while both SUVs tow up to roughly 5,000 lbs and seat 7-8 passengers. Webb Hyundai Highland carries Palisade Calligraphy AWD and Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy trims that outfit the comparison with real, in-stock pricing.

How does the Palisade’s engine compare to the Pilot’s?

The Palisade’s 3.5L V6 makes 287 hp, just ahead of the Pilot’s 3.5L V6 at 285 hp. The bigger difference is Hyundai’s optional hybrid powertrain, producing 329 combined horsepower and up to 34 mpg combined, a configuration Honda does not currently offer on the Pilot.

Which one tows more?

Both SUVs land around 5,000 lbs of maximum towing capacity when properly equipped, though exact figures vary by trim and packages on both models. Buyers planning to tow near the maximum on either vehicle should confirm the number on that specific vehicle’s window sticker rather than assume it from trim name alone.

Which has better warranty coverage?

Hyundai backs the Palisade with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile new-vehicle warranty, roughly 5 years and 40,000 miles more powertrain coverage than Honda offers on the Pilot. For Highland and Munster buyers keeping a 3-row SUV a decade or more, that gap adds real peace of mind.

Key Takeaways

  • Palisade’s gas V6 makes 287 hp versus 285 hp for the Pilot’s V6, a negligible real-world difference.
  • Only the Palisade offers a hybrid powertrain, rated up to 34 mpg combined.
  • Both SUVs tow in the same general 5,000-lb range when properly equipped.
  • Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty outlasts Honda’s by 5 years and 40,000 miles.
  • Webb Hyundai Highland stocks Calligraphy AWD and Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy trims to compare directly against Pilot Elite or TrailSport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Palisade or Honda Pilot more fuel efficient?

The Palisade Hybrid, rated up to 34 mpg combined, is more fuel efficient than any gas-only Pilot configuration.

Does the Honda Pilot come in a hybrid?

No, the Pilot is currently offered only with a gas 3.5L V6, unlike the Palisade which offers both gas and hybrid powertrains.

Which SUV has a longer warranty, Palisade or Pilot?

The Palisade’s Hyundai-backed 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty is longer than Honda’s standard powertrain warranty on the Pilot by about 5 years and 40,000 miles.

Can I compare a Palisade and Pilot at Webb Hyundai Highland?

Webb Hyundai Highland can show real in-stock Palisade Calligraphy AWD and Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy units; a Pilot must be viewed at a Honda dealer for a side-by-side test drive.

This becomes clearer when viewed within the full 2027 Hyundai Palisade overview at Webb Hyundai Highland, which covers trims, specs, and pricing across the full lineup.

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