I currently own a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum and I bought it over the palisade for the fuel economy numbers. I also own a 2023 Acura RDX A-Spec. My biggest quam with the MDX is the mid-row leg room. it is smaller than both my Highlander and RDX. however, when it comes down to a battle between a Palisade and MDX I would take the MDX for 3 reasons. 1. resale 2. reliability 3. driving dynamics when pushed. thanks for the review, appreciated.
I bought a palisade new 2 years ago. still thrilled after 18k miles to date. the '23 has a few new features...but I wouldn't trade my '20 for them. not 1 issue or regret.
Hyundai has now up their game. Reliability, luxury, performance is a top notch in their vehicle line up. People underestimate Hyundai but they are making excellent automobile lately.
I expected it to be close, that is until you get to pricing. If you're the sole driver with scenic roads that allow for spirited driving, then the MDX is for you. However, if you want to maximize comfort especially over longer trips with the rest of the family and still be able to bring your stuff without using the roof rack, then the Palisade is for you. You'll probably have to wait a couple months until the more stock is available because of out of control pricing at some dealers. Sometimes I just don't get what's the hurry of snatching up new vehicles even before they come of the car carrier.
I bought a 23 advance…2 things I liked better was the fun driving and the audio system…2nd best I heard …McIntosh in the grand Cherokee was the best compared to others but not fun to drive …rx350,qx60, escape, Cherokee, rdx , palisade, telluride, pilot and mdx tested…the mdx is so fun driving in the rockies…it drives like a sedan. Driving a canyon road it moves up to 70% torque to rear then can give the outside wheel 100% of that ..amazes me how it hugs the canyon roads while listening to one of the best sounding audio systems.
I will say the palisade is very nice as everyone can see here and this is a very good representation or in normal terms comparison to show how this palisade stacks up to a luxury SUV. Very detailed especially for people in the market.
Palisade is the car for you, has all the tech features and a large confortable space. I saw them all, BMX X7, aviator, audi, Mercedes, Toyota. They are expensive and really tight. Don't buy a car for a brand name that's stupid.
I have an old MDX, still drives nicely and I'm happy with it but that Hyundai looks very good. $12,000 cheaper for the top line also steers to Hyundai.
Take it from someone who has owned Hyundai’s, they are TEMPORARY CARS !!!!!!!! They look good on the outside but the engines are garbage!!!!!!Hyundai allowed engines that were full of metal shavings to be put in cars from 2011 to several years after and had to replace the shortblock in thousands of cars, also the ac systems are garbage also , I had to spend 1200 out of pocket to replace my compressor with only 65k miles on it !!!! It will never have the longevity of the Acura
@@michoacanom4320 The 10yr 100k mile warranty only applies to the original owner. If you're not the original owner of a Hyundai then the warranty is cut to 5yr 60k miles.
One of my favorite review points of any and all cars is the regards to the touch or non-touch infotainment. Trust me, it is not me as I’ve watched hundreds of videos. The negative thing pointed out by reviewers on touchscreens is that you have to lean forward and be distracted to touch it when it doesn’t have touch it’s reviewed for not having touch and being lesser for some reason. The attempt by any manufacturer to use an alternative to the touch, was listed on the NTSB as a safety distraction when touching the screen while in motion. I don’t have the source to post, but I remember it saying something about the leaning forward to reach the screen is a distraction.
Hyundai has really grown to the extent of comparing it with the luxury end of Honda which is Acura. That is great achievement already from the Hyundai Palisade. An SUV above its competitors. One love from Nigeria 🇳🇬
I test drove both and for the $12 k difference I love my Emerald Green Palisade Calligraphy! Also, thought it was a better choice over the QX 60 Sensory too for around the same price as the Acura. Thanks for the review!
For 12k, would have pushed for the MDX, that is pure luxury and known to be very very reliable, besides it looks more classy. All it will take is probably throwing 3 months saving at it and you have the same price
@@modernsoccer1860 MDX more classy...yeah right. The MDX looks like a Chevy Traverse while the Palisade looks like a mini Escalade. All the Palisade needs is the blackout treatment.
Look at other surveys of Acura/Honda quality, reliability over 10 years, trade-in aspect, and many issues with Hyundai engines over the years. Honda/Acura makes the best transmissions and engines for many, many decades. I bought the 22' MDX and I love everything about it except the pad tech aspect, but you do get used to it! I can carry easy 25 cases of my books to deliver to retailers all over the state and it is a joy to drive. When I say carry, I mean just the back row is down. My wife and I love the tech and it for sure looks great and gets lots of looks and questions everywhere. I have an issue with that huge grill on the Palisade, as it looks as bad as the Dodge Rams, like a whale coming at you. I put already 20,000 trouble free miles and will for sure consider buying perhaps the RDX for my wife this summer or fall, however the new Honda CRV is getting rave reviews on every driver channel. She may like it even better, at least maybe there will be some selection later this summer! I drove the Palisade, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Range Rover and the last four mentioned eat you alive after the warranty runs out with huge bills and they are money pits according to many car surveys and Consumer Reports too! The best brands from most reliable car surveys are still Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura. I drove the Genesis too and it does have some good points, but it still is a bit of a new comer to judge long term reliability. Time will tell! By the way, it says inside the gas cap, regular gas is approved for the MDX/Acura and I have used regular gas for 20,000 miles and get over 25 MPG with a big seven passenger and that is just fine for now. Would consider a plug-in hybrid later, but as we travel all over the country and our level 2 charging is not there yet, but the new design for the MDX/Acura EV sure looks sexy and Curt and others on reviews are most excited about the next generation. Battery tech too is changing and perhaps we may see one day over 1,000 miles on a charge and many, thousands of charges and most importantly charging that does not require stopping at a motel on a trip, as charging stations are booked. Would be nice, but then again there is a lot of issues with the power generation to produce that energy and the power grid may go kaput if we ever get to even a third the population charging overnight, just look at what happened to California last summer, as the governor said not to charge your EV at night or even during the day, as they were concerned about those many fires from power lines. Love the MDX and it saved our lives two times already with the self-driving modes, etc.
Thanks Drew and Mason for putting this together! Ik a lot of us including me especially have been waiting for this for some time. So ty u very much for this!
I would have given the MDX a little more credit for not just luxury and prestige, but also they have a relatively proven track record of being reliable. Hyundai still has the jury out on it. Both are nice vehicles, but I can't justify the substantially higher price for the MDX. I've driven both - the MDX has a better driving experience - it has more linear power delivery and smoother transmission than the Palisade which tends to hesitate at launch in Comfort mode; however, most American drivers don't care about that. In this class, they want value for their money and efficiency in room and space. They want to know that they can put their whole family in the vehicle and be comfortable. The Palisade is eerily quiet on the road for a Hyundai product and just 'easy' to drive day to day, whereas the MDX feels more cumbersome to get in and out of. The MDX is a nice ride, but in my mind, the Palisade gets the nod for value for the money.
Well in this class ppl go for luxury, driving dynamics, prestige. So you are wrong. You not speaking like a luxury buy but more mainstream However the MDX does both in spades
@@rahimi4762 First off, no one is 'wrong' in this forum... so calm the eff down lol. we're all entitled to opinions. Speaking from someone who has owned 30 prior vehicles (BMW, Acura, Mercedes, down to Honda and even GM/Ford/Jeeps), and having worked for car manufacturers in the past, I've driven and owned my share of cars. Sure, anyone is more than welcome to pay 12K for an MDX or any other luxury make, and enjoy it. I readily admitted - the power delivery in the MDX is 'better'- but... is it worth 12K more? Owning luxury cars in the past, I can attest that the Palisade comes closer to meeting the needs of 'most' drivers. And believe me - it will be far less costly to own in the long run.
@@maga6319 all good and I agree. Funny thing is: I’ve had more Hondas than any other brand and love them. Civics, Preludes, Accords, and Acuras… I still have a Honda S2000 that I will ‘never’ part with. But some makers are getting better much better and competent at Honda’s game. My BMW was awesome… when it ran properly. When it was broken, it was bad and expensive to repair. What’s the fun in that? LOL
Just bought the '23 Palisade Calligraphy and I love it. It's sooooo nice for the price. Yes, it's a Hyundai and not a Range Rover, Acura, or Lexus, but for the price, you cannot beat the luxury and features.
Great review. But when I bought my 2022 MDX Advance Last august I was considering the palisade but they were adding a 12k mark up and so at that price I rather have an Acura badge then a Kia badge in the driveway.
But what features would you consider gimmicky that diminishes the features value. Most things stated help make day to day tasks slightly faster and more enjoyable. Just curious because 12k is alot for 2 more gears and a slightly better drive feel.
@@nikkisixx29 agreed….exactly; who wants to fidget with a touch/mouse pad when driving. Additionally the Acura doesn’t offer any ventilation for the third row. We test drove both suvs and we found the palisade to be the better overall buy. One key thing the Acura has that the Palisade doesn’t is the bench seat in the 2nd row on all trim levels. Once you get into the higher trims on the palisade, you only get captain chairs for 2nd row.
These two are perhaps the most compelling large 3 row entrants below the big full-size class. You can't overlook the value of the Palisade IF it sold at its MSRP, but it does not in most areas(I'll address that below). From the anti-fatigue driver's seat, to the use of materials, to the well-designed cabin in features and space, the Palisade makes a very excellent case for high consideration in the class. As for the MDX, it is no secret as to why it is the top seller in the 3row lux class. Yes it is thousands less than the Germans, and more compelling than the Cadillac offering(though the Aviator is really nice). The solid performance for the J-Series V6, quality construction inside and out, the SH-AWD system that amps up driving performance, the amazing quality of thr ELS sound system, and better dealership experience is why one would pay the premium over the Hyundai. Speaking of which, Caligraphy trims in my area are routinely going $60K, which greatly detracts from the "values argument of the Palisade. Yes, it does have the features missing from vehicles costing the same, but buyers of that league simply don't care. Acura needs to add touchscreen ability to the MDX, and Hyundai needs power-folding mirrors from the Telluride and wireless AA/AC pronto!
@@BK88-z4d that's the easy part. The hard part is convincing the dealer to sell at that price. MSRP online vs actual pricing at dealer is rarely accurate.
I personally own a 2022 MDX A-Spec trim and I love it. I drove the Palisade 2021 and I have to admit it is a nice SUV overall but however not as much enjoyable as the MDX in terms of feeling behind the wheel. The MDX is more communicative hence offers a much more sportier drive which is extremely important if you are a car enthusiast as I am. . Also, the Hyundai Palisade is facing a massive recall right now due to a risk of fire in the breaking system. A person that I know for 15 years got got. her house completely destroyed by fire because her Kia Telluride burned and fired spread to her house. I find this an extremely good reason not to buy a Hyundai or a Kia. Make some searches on the web and you will find this happened in countries all around the world.Never heard of such sad stories happening with Honda's cars. To conclude, I rather like to spend $12,000 more if it gives me security and reliability and prevent me to be losing my house with all that's inside including an entire life of memories plus all the headache that comes with...
Ok but I would never pay 62k for a rebranded Honda that doesn’t contrasting headliner. I don’t think power should influence your buy on a mid size family suv😅. Palisade over mdx any day
Good review. Im surprised you didnt compare the cargo areas since these are designed to haul stuff around..... Also the acura requires premium fuel and pallisade takes regular fuel.
The MDX should have gotten additional points for auto dimming passenger side mirror, touch sensors on the rear door handles, and LED backup lights vs the halogen one on the Pali and wireless Android Auto and Carplay
Hyundai still one with the blindspot camera, parking assist, ventilated rear seats, heated 3rd row seats, an infotainment screen that you can actually touch, ambient lighting, rear view mirror camera, and its $12k cheaper...Do I need to say more?🤷🏿♂️
@@jraheemjefcoat429 MDX ELS sound system, finer interior materials, lock/unlock sensors for all doors, full-LED lighting w/curve illumination, SH-AWD and active dampers offering superior driving dynamics, vastly superior dealership experience, are also things that can't be looked over on the Acura. Also given that the Acura sells at MSRP or slightly below, the value argument kinda fades. BUT the Palisade is a very strong contender, most assuredly.
@@timpoortinga8184 The first Generation 2008 Genesis was The North American Car of the Year still running solid, without any body panel gap. At the time the newly made Genesis chassis was touted as stronger than German competition. Again, not making this up, information is out there. Hyundai is the most underrated car company at this point. Better yet, all vehicles will soon to be electrified and Even Hyundai is leading its way in that category. Ioniq5: 2022 The World Car of the Year, Car and Driver Car of the Year, The German Car of the Year and the list goes on and on lmao or Looking for Premium EV then look no further than Genesis EVS with a stiff price discount with built quality as compare to other brands. Hyundai was a trash in the beginning but not any more
I own a 2023 Palisade Calligraphy and I am telling you it the better SUV regardless of price. Just imagine if they would have thrown an additional 12K worth of features in. I love this SUV.
@@WiseTreeeI’ve lost so much of my own hard earned after tax money over the last 2 years and I won’t recoup this current loss like I did at the end of 2020 after the wrath of Covid quieted down. . I’d rather buy a vehicle that I want based on my needs and the style I like. I’d like to see what investments guarantee 7% rate of return with little to no risk. Is there a CD available like there were in the 70s and 80s with 7-10% interest you can direct me to? I’d appreciate it. I’m told money in the bank these days is worthless and the way I see people spending gobs of money lately it’s either from that mentality or on plastic…..or maybe they know about a guaranteed no risk 7% return investment? I didn’t listen to this review completely. Does a Hyundai hold its value?
For me, the Hyundai's lack of a prestigious nameplate is actually something points-worthy. The ability to have a nice ride without people judging you for it can be pretty nice sometimes.
@@nikkisixx29 True.. but more prestigious than Hyundai, and still will get some people saying “oh he thinks he’s fancy driving that Acura” I had a BMW once and the judgement I got for that badge was even worse.
Hyundai is changing. I wiuld have never gotten one based on my past judgement. I just boughtva green Calligraphy whichbis coming in this week. I am excited. Best bang for the buck. I didn’t pay an inflated price.
STOP thinking about what other people thinks and judging you based on your own taste! You only need to impress yourself. I like Palisades but not their other car models. It is fun to ride and so far reliable since 2020.
I have the 22 Calligraphy, and I love love it. I also thought about the Acura but the price difference isn’t worth the Acura. For that price, Acura should be a lot more advanced in certain areas.
Just bought the 23 Palisade Limited AWD which is still very nicely equipped even without the ambient lighting, the digital rear view mirror, massaging seats and some voice control options (all windows down, set ac to so n so etc.). I wish it had power folding mirrors and power adjustable pedals that my truck from 09 and my van from 13 had. Other option was another minivan with 4 kids but only wanted the Sienna AWD which is damn near impossible to get without ordering, being $65k and playing the waiting game. Also the Telluride Palisade felt and looked more luxurious. It’s my first Hyundai and we’ll see got it goes 🤷🏻♂️
My first Hyundai experience is why my second experience is Toyota. Good luck. I'll admit, the Palisade is catching my attention and am condidering if I should give Hyundai another go-round.
Great video guys like always. I was in the market for a 3 row suv and drove almost all the options in the segment. The palisade is nice and had a lot of luxury features but I went with the Mdx Aspec. At the end of the day for me it was about reliability and long term of the vehicle. The palisade defiantly has more room for the family but the quality of materials used feels way better in the Acura. The drive in the Acura to me was far superior as well. We almost went with the palisade but with the markups they want on them you spend the same amount on the luxury brand Acura.
I would pick the MDX, it’s more beautiful & has all the features I want. Plus, Acura V6 sounds a lot more muscular & is extremely refined vs the Hyundai V6.
@@bradleyscarreviews sorry bro, my family & I own a few Acura/Honda vehicles with their 3.5L V6… The 3.5L V6 sounds exactly like in the video way before manufacturers started pumping in fake engine sounds. Pumping in fake engine sounds is a by product of using turbo 4-cylinders in current vehicles.
I have a Telluride and I love it. If I could not get one it would have been the Palisade. The Palisade is hands down so much better than the Acura. Can't see how they think there is a comparison.
LOL, you are right except the joke is on you. I can't wait to get rid of my RX to get the MDX. I wish I would be seen in Kia/Hyundai or some other car that would be on the Price Is Right or Lets Make A Deal low rate game show car. You actually paid for that?, LOL!
Putting the Hyundai in sport mode probably wouldn’t increase the refinement of the vehicle. It’s just that Acura has their SUV more dialed in when it comes to the driving aspect of the comparison.
Not really. There is good amount of difference between comfort and sport on the Palisade. My wife have MDX and I just purchased Palisade, and we both prefer the Palisade. I just hope my wife doesn't ask to trade😂
Hello gentlemen. Before I continue on any further, I'm glad that you guys were safe based on the recent flooding that took place in your state of KY two or three weeks ago. I'm not sure if your area got affected or not, but I'm glad you guys, relatives and friends are safe. This was a good comparison video between the Acura MDX and the Hyundai Palisade. Both vehicles offer some nice features. In terms of the difference in points that was a big difference between the two. At the start of the video I was under the impression the difference would be by three or four full points, but it turned out to be a difference of eight full points. That's a lot. What I wanted to suggest in upcoming videos would be to include two more aspects of vehicles to test out. Those two would be the turning radius and braking performance. A vehicle with a tighter turning radius would help get the driver out of a sticky situation a lot quicker (to do a u turn or to get out of a tight parking space between two vehicles). As for braking performance which vehicle has greater stopping power when going from 60 MPH to 0. Obviously, the vehicle that stops from that speed at a shorter distance would be the better performer. That would be nice if those two aspects would be included in upcoming individual vehicle videos and comparison videos. In future comparison videos it would be nice to see the Hyundai Palisade in the Calligraphy trim going up against the Infiniti QX60 in the Autograph trim. Other comparison videos of interest would be the Jeep Grand Cherokee L in the Summit Reserve trim against the Hyundai Palisade in the Calligraphy trim, Jeep Grand Cherokee L in the Summit Reserve trim going up against the Infiniti QX60 in the Autograph trim or to go up against the Acura MDX in the Advance trim. Comparisons like these would be nice to see since these vehicles are new generation vehicles.
@@CarConfections You're welcome. Glad your area wasn't affected by the flooding. I assume you guys probably live in the northern region of KY for the flooding not reaching there. Testing the braking performance and the turning radius of vehicles would be two nice additions to your videos. I hope they'll be put into effect due to the fact that some buyers take them into consideration before buying whichever vehicle it is.
MDX is more my speed...a perfect blend between sportiness and subdued sophistication. The Palisade, while nice, looks too boxy for my taste. I certainly give the edge to Palisade for their interior technology, like turn cameras (which I live and git addicted to in my 2015 Accord) but the MDX overall meet more of my needs and that's why I ended up buying it 3 weeks ago. I actually went out to get the QX60, but while more luxurious on the outside than the MDX, the inside didn't give me that cockpit feeling that the MDX did.
Acura, Lexus, and Infiniti was never a really true luxury brand to me beside a more upscale version of their parent company. Genesis on the other hand seems to be really trying compared to the other three.
Was gonna get palisade last year. With car shortages, dealer up their price about 10000 dollars over their msrp. I decide to get Mdx at the price of palisade. Mdx all around is a better car in my opinion.
Palisade all the way for me!! Had the 2021 Limited Palisade and traded that in at 55,000 miles. Yes, we did lots of driving in that Palisade! Lol Never broke down or had anything go wrong with it. Picked up the 2023 Palisade Calligraphy 2 weeks ago and no complaints. Beautiful inside and out! Very smooth ride and seats on the third roll do recline as well which wasn't mentioned in the video. Was bought without the big markups as well. We drove to a different state to purchase ours for the price we wanted. Just do your research first.
I'm still dubious on the overall long-term reliability of the tellurides and Palisades. Yes they're flashy and a good price, but with the rising prices of everything, I want that reliability.
Exactly!!!!! Neither are good for long term engine reliability!!! That’s why you never see them with high miles on them, I would definitely buy the Acura over the Hyundai
@@nazeershaw66 @Mark B6750 10 year warranty buddy so what are your concerns really? Sounds like you're just trying to give a reason for the MDX to win and this is coming from a 3 time MDX owner.
We have 2021 Santa Fe Calligraphy and it looks great and has all the bells and whistles but the mechanical aspect is sketchy. It’s bucks hard when put in reverse and sucks at low speeds. Sometimes the engine over revs for no reason and we have has some other unexplained issues. We will be looking at the MDX next year.
you should compare the brighter interior version of Palisade calligraphy. This one is darker version. What most calligraphy buyers choose is brighter interior not the darker one.
I own a ‘22 MDX ASpec, while I’m biased, I appreciate the features the palisade has such as the massaging seats, and the rear view mirror camera. It has a great looking interior plus rear cooling seats. I think overall the mdx looks more refined on the interior and exterior. I never thought I’d say it, but I wish Acura would move forward with touch screen and ditch the 1:1 touch pad. Both are great vehicles, I enjoyed the comparison.
@@CoralSea I’m in south Texas, so the AC is on the highest setting most of the year. It takes a couple of minutes for the air to blow cold and not just cool. I do wish more air was produced for the driver and front passenger however. The AC in the second row seating is phenomenal blows cold and there is plenty of it.
I was looking at these both last month as my next vehicle. But the insane markup by Hyundai Dealerships right now diminishes that 12k price difference. Hence ended up going to Acura..
If there is no/little markup in this crazy market, there is something wrong with Acura. It says a lot about desirability and demand for Acura, or lack thereof.
I want to thank you this was great I own 2020 palasades and was going to update I looked at both of these and 12 k on just a name is a lot now more then ever you need to get a good value for your dollar Thanks Again
Im good. I truly dont care what Hyundai comes out with, let me know when that SUV reaches 250k miles like I see all these MDX vehicles do. Again I’ve seen MDXs get Valet parked, never seen someone pull up a palisade 😆 😆 😆
can you guys please do a similar comparison between Palisade Calligraphy and GV80... and maybe go with the lower trim level on the GV80 so that price difference is not enormous. and another one could be vs. the Infiniti QX60 Sensory.
I think points are being added to the Hyundai just to add points. I would have scored this quite differently. You were giving the MDX half points and giving the Hyundai full points. There were other features where the MDX has an advantage that you didn’t mention.
I own an MDX Advance and it has honestly been THE most disappointing vehicle I've ever owned. Wanted to get rid of it a year after buying it. I just had to have the roof repainted because it started peeling off in chunks after 7 years old... everything between the sunroof and the windshield was gone! Suspension problems from day one. Ongoing electronic gremlins that the dealership cannot find or fix. I've had luck with Honda products in years gone by, but no more Honda products for me. Just ordered a Palisade Calligraphy to replace it - lots of bang for the buck - hoping it was the right decision... we'll see.
Hyundai use to mean crap. But man, this has everything plus the reliability and warranty. Only thing I'll miss out is the status, and my friends and I don't care about that. I can put the kids knowing they'll be safe according to the NHS crash tests.
As owner of a 2011 MdX, you pay for what you get. My 2011 with SH-AWD handles amazing, although i have the 3.7 6 cylinder engine, the torque is always available at under 4k RPM’s
A lot of it depends on whether or not you love to drive. If you want a comfortable appliance with tons of features but no driver involvement get a Hyundai. If you want something with engaging handling get the Acura.
Great video I've done thorough research as well. My friend has the Palisade she loves it. I rode in it and it was awesome I love exterior of the Acura and I really like Acura in general but I think the Palisade might be our next car.
In my opinion, the MDX shouldn’t get an extra 2 points because it’s a luxury brand. The snob factor is useless, it’s actual overall value, reliability and performance that matters.
Acura is more stylish. But they have lost much of their cache - mostly because reliability is below average and thus many no longer compare Acura to Lexus or lower end BMWs or Benz. Acura now compares to higher end Kias and Hyundai's; which is a slap in the face to Acura but a tip of the cap to Hyundai.
@@anhphan606 No sh!t. I mentioned nothing about reliability because this video have nothing to do with reliability which is the whole point of this comparison between the MDX and the Palisade.
The Palisade has been a hit since it came out in 20 and I don't see it slowing down..my wife has a top 20 model and I love it..winner Hyundai by a long shot👍👌
Since your wife has a 2020 pallisade, if you park it in your garage, you may want to remove it quickly or else your house is going to catch fire, just so you know. Hyundai may have beautiful interior and features that you find in luxury vehicles at a price point but just be aware that underneath that SUV, it's all cheap materials and poor quality all around
@@maga6319 in case you are not aware... hyundai pallisade 2020- 2022 have a recall where a vehicle can catch on fire. It was reported this week and do you want me to send you a link. I haven't even mentioned about toyota as this video has nothing to do with toyota.
They are not in the same category but this Palisade/Hyundai is killing it against this Acura in a luxury level!….inside out the palisade is in higher level….the price is the added advantage….
I did not see sport mode selected on the Palisade, I watched the selector dial and dash in the video. It was not selected at all during the review video. I can say as a new owner of the 2023 palisade it packs a nice wallop when put in the sport mode. To put it plainly, for $12k less the better choice is the palisade. Do the math folks, how much more in a payment do you need to lay down to drive Acura with $12K delta in price. All in all the review good with exception to video footage driving in sport mode with the Palisade.
I think the MDX is the better-looking vehicle. Hyundais grill puts me off but Acuras is sleeker and less obnoxious. Their headlight design is also a bit nicer
Which one has the most reliable engine, which brand has the most recall in the last 5 years, which brand has the most prolonged reputation for reliability, safety, quality engine and transmission interior and exterior materials,
@@boosie618 When a brand has a record of safety issues like Hyundai, then their recent models could also still be impacted. It could be a few months from now that we get reports of more engine fires and another recall. Rather stick with the MDX, at least it won't burn down my house
I've been watching your videos for some time. And looks like Hyundai is making the best cars I've ever seen. The only question I couldn't get answer is WTF are you're smoking there. I your f''''ing kidding me? That crap with a range rover reliability , and engine from 2000s' . That's just a joke.
@@matthewalexis Are you sure? The Civic and Pilot have never shared anything in the past. The new interior might be SIMILAR to the Civic, but I'm hoping the new Pilot will have a MUCH nicer interior that the Civic. The Calligraphy set the bar high.
@@gcasillas1213 how so exactly? Isn't the CRV now probably the best in its class for most categories. It's bigger than before in every dimention. Unless your talking about power trains.
Honda dropped a major ball with the new CR-V..No panoramic roof option, no full digital dash, even though the Civic Touring has it, No HUD, No hybrid options on lower trims. My expectations with the new Pilot is extremely low.
You left out the convenience factor of being able to park the MDX in the garage whereas the Hyundai at this moment needs to be parked away from the house for the recall of the vehicle catching fire. MDX for me. 🔥🔥🔥
Did both cars have projector leds? Did both vehicles have rear camera rear view mirrors? If not, I believe there was no point given to the Pallisade. Also did the Acura have power thigh support like the Pallisade?... I also don't think a car deserves points for "snobbery"! 😁 I particularly like your car comparisons. Keep up the great videos!
Good comparision. Would love to see you add the 'missing piece' of the electronics performance, that is the highway drive assist, how much intervention is required, how well it tracks the highway. One would expect the more expensive to do better but I have not found this to be the case, so the only way to find out is to show it as part of your road test. Also please try to only compare results on the same road or condition of road; the Palisade in this test was on a terrible road and so results should not have been measured/stated, as that is misleading.
I currently own a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum and I bought it over the palisade for the fuel economy numbers. I also own a 2023 Acura RDX A-Spec. My biggest quam with the MDX is the mid-row leg room. it is smaller than both my Highlander and RDX. however, when it comes down to a battle between a Palisade and MDX I would take the MDX for 3 reasons. 1. resale 2. reliability 3. driving dynamics when pushed.
thanks for the review, appreciated.
I bought a palisade new 2 years ago. still thrilled after 18k miles to date. the '23 has a few new features...but I wouldn't trade my '20 for them. not 1 issue or regret.
I’ve been thinking about getting a palisade, this just helped my decision
Hyundai has now up their game. Reliability, luxury, performance is a top notch in their vehicle line up. People underestimate Hyundai but they are making excellent automobile lately.
I expected it to be close, that is until you get to pricing. If you're the sole driver with scenic roads that allow for spirited driving, then the MDX is for you. However, if you want to maximize comfort especially over longer trips with the rest of the family and still be able to bring your stuff without using the roof rack, then the Palisade is for you. You'll probably have to wait a couple months until the more stock is available because of out of control pricing at some dealers.
Sometimes I just don't get what's the hurry of snatching up new vehicles even before they come of the car carrier.
FYI mdx has more cargo space than palisade
@@SFAvgeek Yeah 0.1 cu ft.
I bought a 23 advance…2 things I liked better was the fun driving and the audio system…2nd best I heard …McIntosh in the grand Cherokee was the best compared to others but not fun to drive …rx350,qx60, escape, Cherokee, rdx , palisade, telluride, pilot and mdx tested…the mdx is so fun driving in the rockies…it drives like a sedan. Driving a canyon road it moves up to 70% torque to rear then can give the outside wheel 100% of that ..amazes me how it hugs the canyon roads while listening to one of the best sounding audio systems.
I've been looking for the exact video comparison! Keep the good work!
Glad to hear it! Thanks!
I will say the palisade is very nice as everyone can see here and this is a very good representation or in normal terms comparison to show how this palisade stacks up to a luxury SUV. Very detailed especially for people in the market.
Palisade is the car for you, has all the tech features and a large confortable space. I saw them all, BMX X7, aviator, audi, Mercedes, Toyota. They are expensive and really tight. Don't buy a car for a brand name that's stupid.
What about volkswagon atlas?
@@akhere07 I drove it, it was my second option, however I didn't like the inside, too much plastic.
Great video!! I wish more did side-by-side comparisons just like this.
Thanks!
Id go for the mdx advance! Lots of luxury!
I have an old MDX, still drives nicely and I'm happy with it but that Hyundai looks very good. $12,000 cheaper for the top line also steers to Hyundai.
Take it from someone who has owned Hyundai’s, they are TEMPORARY CARS !!!!!!!! They look good on the outside but the engines are garbage!!!!!!Hyundai allowed engines that were full of metal shavings to be put in cars from 2011 to several years after and had to replace the shortblock in thousands of cars, also the ac systems are garbage also , I had to spend 1200 out of pocket to replace my compressor with only 65k miles on it !!!! It will never have the longevity of the Acura
@@MarkB-zt9jmwhy pay out of pocket if it has 10yr 100k miles warranty
@@michoacanom4320 The 10yr 100k mile warranty only applies to the original owner. If you're not the original owner of a Hyundai then the warranty is cut to 5yr 60k miles.
One of my favorite review points of any and all cars is the regards to the touch or non-touch infotainment. Trust me, it is not me as I’ve watched hundreds of videos. The negative thing pointed out by reviewers on touchscreens is that you have to lean forward and be distracted to touch it when it doesn’t have touch it’s reviewed for not having touch and being lesser for some reason. The attempt by any manufacturer to use an alternative to the touch, was listed on the NTSB as a safety distraction when touching the screen while in motion. I don’t have the source to post, but I remember it saying something about the leaning forward to reach the screen is a distraction.
Hyundai has really grown to the extent of comparing it with the luxury end of Honda which is Acura. That is great achievement already from the Hyundai Palisade. An SUV above its competitors.
One love from Nigeria 🇳🇬
Palisade all the way for me! Very luxurious and all you get for the price can’t be beat!
I have a Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy and find it to be a baby Palisade, without the third row. I love it so far.
I test drove both and for the $12 k difference I love my Emerald Green Palisade Calligraphy! Also, thought it was a better choice over the QX 60 Sensory too for around the same price as the Acura. Thanks for the review!
Super awesome! I personally believe that the Palisade is the better car, hands down!
Not only that but Hyundai cars are up there with Lexus in terms of realizability these day… *mind blown*
For 12k, would have pushed for the MDX, that is pure luxury and known to be very very reliable, besides it looks more classy. All it will take is probably throwing 3 months saving at it and you have the same price
@@modernsoccer1860 MDX more classy...yeah right. The MDX looks like a Chevy Traverse while the Palisade looks like a mini Escalade. All the Palisade needs is the blackout treatment.
Yes Hyundai is move reliable than Acura.
Look at other surveys of Acura/Honda quality, reliability over 10 years, trade-in aspect, and many issues with Hyundai engines over the years. Honda/Acura makes the best transmissions and engines for many, many decades. I bought the 22' MDX and I love everything about it except the pad tech aspect, but you do get used to it! I can carry easy 25 cases of my books to deliver to retailers all over the state and it is a joy to drive. When I say carry, I mean just the back row is down. My wife and I love the tech and it for sure looks great and gets lots of looks and questions everywhere. I have an issue with that huge grill on the Palisade, as it looks as bad as the Dodge Rams, like a whale coming at you. I put already 20,000 trouble free miles and will for sure consider buying perhaps the RDX for my wife this summer or fall, however the new Honda CRV is getting rave reviews on every driver channel. She may like it even better, at least maybe there will be some selection later this summer! I drove the Palisade, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Range Rover and the last four mentioned eat you alive after the warranty runs out with huge bills and they are money pits according to many car surveys and Consumer Reports too! The best brands from most reliable car surveys are still Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura. I drove the Genesis too and it does have some good points, but it still is a bit of a new comer to judge long term reliability. Time will tell! By the way, it says inside the gas cap, regular gas is approved for the MDX/Acura and I have used regular gas for 20,000 miles and get over 25 MPG with a big seven passenger and that is just fine for now. Would consider a plug-in hybrid later, but as we travel all over the country and our level 2 charging is not there yet, but the new design for the MDX/Acura EV sure looks sexy and Curt and others on reviews are most excited about the next generation. Battery tech too is changing and perhaps we may see one day over 1,000 miles on a charge and many, thousands of charges and most importantly charging that does not require stopping at a motel on a trip, as charging stations are booked. Would be nice, but then again there is a lot of issues with the power generation to produce that energy and the power grid may go kaput if we ever get to even a third the population charging overnight, just look at what happened to California last summer, as the governor said not to charge your EV at night or even during the day, as they were concerned about those many fires from power lines. Love the MDX and it saved our lives two times already with the self-driving modes, etc.
Great review. The other day, I saw black chrome grill. It was stunning.
I would go Pali with a bit darker color and dark/black chrome grill.
I saw a Pally with matt black paint and a dark chorme grill last week and SHEESH. Damn if Batman needed a SUV he got one now.
Thanks Drew and Mason for putting this together! Ik a lot of us including me especially have been waiting for this for some time. So ty u very much for this!
I would have given the MDX a little more credit for not just luxury and prestige, but also they have a relatively proven track record of being reliable. Hyundai still has the jury out on it. Both are nice vehicles, but I can't justify the substantially higher price for the MDX. I've driven both - the MDX has a better driving experience - it has more linear power delivery and smoother transmission than the Palisade which tends to hesitate at launch in Comfort mode; however, most American drivers don't care about that. In this class, they want value for their money and efficiency in room and space. They want to know that they can put their whole family in the vehicle and be comfortable. The Palisade is eerily quiet on the road for a Hyundai product and just 'easy' to drive day to day, whereas the MDX feels more cumbersome to get in and out of. The MDX is a nice ride, but in my mind, the Palisade gets the nod for value for the money.
Well said!
Well in this class ppl go for luxury, driving dynamics, prestige. So you are wrong. You not speaking like a luxury buy but more mainstream However the MDX does both in spades
@@rahimi4762 First off, no one is 'wrong' in this forum... so calm the eff down lol. we're all entitled to opinions. Speaking from someone who has owned 30 prior vehicles (BMW, Acura, Mercedes, down to Honda and even GM/Ford/Jeeps), and having worked for car manufacturers in the past, I've driven and owned my share of cars. Sure, anyone is more than welcome to pay 12K for an MDX or any other luxury make, and enjoy it. I readily admitted - the power delivery in the MDX is 'better'- but... is it worth 12K more? Owning luxury cars in the past, I can attest that the Palisade comes closer to meeting the needs of 'most' drivers. And believe me - it will be far less costly to own in the long run.
@@Zneedsmore He's a Honda fanboy. Don't even waste your breath on him.
@@maga6319 all good and I agree.
Funny thing is: I’ve had more Hondas than any other brand and love them. Civics, Preludes, Accords, and Acuras… I still have a Honda S2000 that I will ‘never’ part with. But some makers are getting better much better and competent at Honda’s game. My BMW was awesome… when it ran properly. When it was broken, it was bad and expensive to repair. What’s the fun in that? LOL
You have the best comparison videos out there. Well done.
Thank you! We appreciate that!
Just bought the '23 Palisade Calligraphy and I love it. It's sooooo nice for the price. Yes, it's a Hyundai and not a Range Rover, Acura, or Lexus, but for the price, you cannot beat the luxury and features.
I Even Pick The Palisade Cause of its Luxurious Style of interior and Exterior And it May Be looks like a Gls Amg So I Prefer the Palisade
Great review. But when I bought my 2022 MDX Advance Last august I was considering the palisade but they were adding a 12k mark up and so at that price I rather have an Acura badge then a Kia badge in the driveway.
Thanks!
So you bought MDX at MSRP?
@@blackwhirlwind1245 yes no mark up. I even go then to this the rubber floor mats in 🤙
I rather buy a car for the way it drives vs all the gimmicky features. MDX is really the better car with the handling it has
Absolutely!
But what features would you consider gimmicky that diminishes the features value. Most things stated help make day to day tasks slightly faster and more enjoyable. Just curious because 12k is alot for 2 more gears and a slightly better drive feel.
Nothing more gimmicky than acura infotainment
@@nikkisixx29 agreed….exactly; who wants to fidget with a touch/mouse pad when driving. Additionally the Acura doesn’t offer any ventilation for the third row. We test drove both suvs and we found the palisade to be the better overall buy. One key thing the Acura has that the Palisade doesn’t is the bench seat in the 2nd row on all trim levels. Once you get into the higher trims on the palisade, you only get captain chairs for 2nd row.
@@s.j.1298 acura is thing of the past…. I still dont know why i got mdx… was cheaper than X5 or XC90 Lol
These two are perhaps the most compelling large 3 row entrants below the big full-size class. You can't overlook the value of the Palisade IF it sold at its MSRP, but it does not in most areas(I'll address that below). From the anti-fatigue driver's seat, to the use of materials, to the well-designed cabin in features and space, the Palisade makes a very excellent case for high consideration in the class. As for the MDX, it is no secret as to why it is the top seller in the 3row lux class. Yes it is thousands less than the Germans, and more compelling than the Cadillac offering(though the Aviator is really nice). The solid performance for the J-Series V6, quality construction inside and out, the SH-AWD system that amps up driving performance, the amazing quality of thr ELS sound system, and better dealership experience is why one would pay the premium over the Hyundai.
Speaking of which, Caligraphy trims in my area are routinely going $60K, which greatly detracts from the "values argument of the Palisade. Yes, it does have the features missing from vehicles costing the same, but buyers of that league simply don't care.
Acura needs to add touchscreen ability to the MDX, and Hyundai needs power-folding mirrors from the Telluride and wireless AA/AC pronto!
Took 1 hour of research to find me a 23 Palisade at MSRP
@@BK88-z4d that's the easy part. The hard part is convincing the dealer to sell at that price. MSRP online vs actual pricing at dealer is rarely accurate.
@@BK88-z4d also that pallisade will ignite itself while you are sleeping in your house.
It's strange how the 23 palisade doesn't have power folding mirrors, while overseas they do.
@@hellkitty1014 bought ours at MSRP on Saturday. Wouldn't pay over it.
I personally own a 2022 MDX A-Spec trim and I love it. I drove the Palisade 2021 and I have to admit it is a nice SUV overall but however not as much enjoyable as the MDX in terms of feeling behind the wheel. The MDX is more communicative hence offers a much more sportier drive which is extremely important if you are a car enthusiast as I am. . Also, the Hyundai Palisade is facing a massive recall right now due to a risk of fire in the breaking system. A person that I know for 15 years got got. her house completely destroyed by fire because her Kia Telluride burned and fired spread to her house. I find this an extremely good reason not to buy a Hyundai or a Kia. Make some searches on the web and you will find this happened in countries all around the world.Never heard of such sad stories happening with Honda's cars. To conclude, I rather like to spend $12,000 more if it gives me security and reliability and prevent me to be losing my house with all that's inside including an entire life of memories plus all the headache that comes with...
I found the interior of the mdx to be underwhelming. Very plastic feeling
Hyundai gives extend warranty, because they know well, it will be required.
Ok but I would never pay 62k for a rebranded Honda that doesn’t contrasting headliner. I don’t think power should influence your buy on a mid size family suv😅. Palisade over mdx any day
Good review. Im surprised you didnt compare the cargo areas since these are designed to haul stuff around..... Also the acura requires premium fuel and pallisade takes regular fuel.
You can use regular fuel in the MDX too 😉
It’s not required, but recommended.
The MDX should have gotten additional points for auto dimming passenger side mirror, touch sensors on the rear door handles, and LED backup lights vs the halogen one on the Pali and wireless Android Auto and Carplay
The Hyundai has Auto dimming side mirrors as well
True, but that would add at most a point. Doesn’t change the fact the Hyundai is the clear winning as the better family mover!
Power-folding mirrors as well.
Hyundai still one with the blindspot camera, parking assist, ventilated rear seats, heated 3rd row seats, an infotainment screen that you can actually touch, ambient lighting, rear view mirror camera, and its $12k cheaper...Do I need to say more?🤷🏿♂️
@@jraheemjefcoat429 MDX ELS sound system, finer interior materials, lock/unlock sensors for all doors, full-LED lighting w/curve illumination, SH-AWD and active dampers offering superior driving dynamics, vastly superior dealership experience, are also things that can't be looked over on the Acura. Also given that the Acura sells at MSRP or slightly below, the value argument kinda fades. BUT the Palisade is a very strong contender, most assuredly.
I wish the MDX screen was an actual touch-screen... in this day in age... there is NO excuse for that price point.
Hey, great review by the way
Still going MDX. The reliability factor alone puts it at the top for me.
Hyundai cars are more reliable than the Japanese cars these days haha not even joking around, please do some research.
@@brooKlynKiteflyer Ya really, some people have no idea what they are talking about!
Ryan, JD powers lists Korean cars as #1 least number of problems. They’re available onlinez
Didn't honda had a 300,000 recall couple years ago,
@@timpoortinga8184 The first Generation 2008 Genesis was The North American Car of the Year still running solid, without any body panel gap. At the time the newly made Genesis chassis was touted as stronger than German competition. Again, not making this up, information is out there. Hyundai is the most underrated car company at this point. Better yet, all vehicles will soon to be electrified and Even Hyundai is leading its way in that category. Ioniq5: 2022 The World Car of the Year, Car and Driver Car of the Year, The German Car of the Year and the list goes on and on lmao or Looking for Premium EV then look no further than Genesis EVS with a stiff price discount with built quality as compare to other brands. Hyundai was a trash in the beginning but not any more
Booked a 2023 Palisade XRT. Best bang for the buck..
I own a 2023 Palisade Calligraphy and I am telling you it the better SUV regardless of price. Just imagine if they would have thrown an additional 12K worth of features in. I love this SUV.
Imagine investing that 12k for 10 years at 7% interest rate. You will recover half of the price of your brand new Hyundai.
In todays volatile economy? No way.
@@butterfly26505 so you feel it’s better to buy mdx… not save 12k and invest for long term… because market is volatile currently ?
@@WiseTreeeI’ve lost so much of my own hard earned after tax money over the last 2 years and I won’t recoup this current loss like I did at the end of 2020 after the wrath of Covid quieted down. . I’d rather buy a vehicle that I want based on my needs and the style I like. I’d like to see what investments guarantee 7% rate of return with little to no risk. Is there a CD available like there were in the 70s and 80s with 7-10% interest you can direct me to? I’d appreciate it. I’m told money in the bank these days is worthless and the way I see people spending gobs of money lately it’s either from that mentality or on plastic…..or maybe they know about a guaranteed no risk 7% return investment? I didn’t listen to this review completely. Does a Hyundai hold its value?
For me, the Hyundai's lack of a prestigious nameplate is actually something points-worthy. The ability to have a nice ride without people judging you for it can be pretty nice sometimes.
Acura is not exactly what you call prestige….i went from bmw to acura… what a mistake…
@@nikkisixx29 True.. but more prestigious than Hyundai, and still will get some people saying “oh he thinks he’s fancy driving that Acura”
I had a BMW once and the judgement I got for that badge was even worse.
Hyundai is changing. I wiuld have never gotten one based on my past judgement. I just boughtva green Calligraphy whichbis coming in this week. I am excited. Best bang for the buck. I didn’t pay an inflated price.
STOP thinking about what other people thinks and judging you based on your own taste! You only need to impress yourself. I like Palisades but not their other car models. It is fun to ride and so far reliable since 2020.
I drive ford explorer how will ppl judge me ?
Base trim $15000 different.
Driving experience MDX win, high techs palisade win.
For the price different,gotta pick up palisade
I have the 22 Calligraphy, and I love love it. I also thought about the Acura but the price difference isn’t worth the Acura. For that price, Acura should be a lot more advanced in certain areas.
Thanks for the review and comparison. Waiting for my new Palisade Calligraphy to arrive. Also the warranty on the palisade is one of the best.
Just bought the 23 Palisade Limited AWD which is still very nicely equipped even without the ambient lighting, the digital rear view mirror, massaging seats and some voice control options (all windows down, set ac to so n so etc.). I wish it had power folding mirrors and power adjustable pedals that my truck from 09 and my van from 13 had. Other option was another minivan with 4 kids but only wanted the Sienna AWD which is damn near impossible to get without ordering, being $65k and playing the waiting game. Also the Telluride Palisade felt and looked more luxurious. It’s my first Hyundai and we’ll see got it goes 🤷🏻♂️
My first Hyundai experience is why my second experience is Toyota. Good luck. I'll admit, the Palisade is catching my attention and am condidering if I should give Hyundai another go-round.
I have driven both models, the Hyundai does feel like a rental car. The Acura was a lot more fun to drive. Both really Nice vehicles.
Acura saleman 😊
@@applerider4205 bet you won’t watch the mechanic reviews of the Hyundai
Wonder how long palisades and telluride’s last…what’s the reliability on these vehicles??
That's why I overlook the Hyundai, that and the resale value. 2020 mdx are still going for 40-45k
Great video guys like always. I was in the market for a 3 row suv and drove almost all the options in the segment. The palisade is nice and had a lot of luxury features but I went with the Mdx Aspec. At the end of the day for me it was about reliability and long term of the vehicle. The palisade defiantly has more room for the family but the quality of materials used feels way better in the Acura. The drive in the Acura to me was far superior as well. We almost went with the palisade but with the markups they want on them you spend the same amount on the luxury brand Acura.
Thanks!
Mdx starts to rattle at only 70 mph. And considering Acura's history, it is not reliable either.
I would pick the MDX, it’s more beautiful & has all the features I want. Plus, Acura V6 sounds a lot more muscular & is extremely refined vs the Hyundai V6.
It sounding more muscular is a pumped in audio. The palisade has a deep growl. And it’s raw, not pumped in.
@@bradleyscarreviews sorry bro, my family & I own a few Acura/Honda vehicles with their 3.5L V6… The 3.5L V6 sounds exactly like in the video way before manufacturers started pumping in fake engine sounds.
Pumping in fake engine sounds is a by product of using turbo 4-cylinders in current vehicles.
Palisade all the way. MDX looks so outdated especially on the exterior.
I have a Telluride and I love it. If I could not get one it would have been the Palisade. The Palisade is hands down so much better than the Acura. Can't see how they think there is a comparison.
LOL, you are right except the joke is on you. I can't wait to get rid of my RX to get the MDX.
I wish I would be seen in Kia/Hyundai or some other car that would be on the Price Is Right or Lets Make A Deal low rate game show car. You actually paid for that?, LOL!
The Palassé to me , it's from A to Z my favorite one definitely !. Thanks and congrats 🎉♥️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹 !..
During the acceleration comparison, you did not have the Hyundai Palisade in sport mode which may have made a difference in smoothness of acceleration
Putting the Hyundai in sport mode probably wouldn’t increase the refinement of the vehicle. It’s just that Acura has their SUV more dialed in when it comes to the driving aspect of the comparison.
Not really. There is good amount of difference between comfort and sport on the Palisade. My wife have MDX and I just purchased Palisade, and we both prefer the Palisade. I just hope my wife doesn't ask to trade😂
Hello gentlemen. Before I continue on any further, I'm glad that you guys were safe based on the recent flooding that took place in your state of KY two or three weeks ago. I'm not sure if your area got affected or not, but I'm glad you guys, relatives and friends are safe.
This was a good comparison video between the Acura MDX and the Hyundai Palisade. Both vehicles offer some nice features. In terms of the difference in points that was a big difference between the two. At the start of the video I was under the impression the difference would be by three or four full points, but it turned out to be a difference of eight full points. That's a lot. What I wanted to suggest in upcoming videos would be to include two more aspects of vehicles to test out. Those two would be the turning radius and braking performance. A vehicle with a tighter turning radius would help get the driver out of a sticky situation a lot quicker (to do a u turn or to get out of a tight parking space between two vehicles). As for braking performance which vehicle has greater stopping power when going from 60 MPH to 0. Obviously, the vehicle that stops from that speed at a shorter distance would be the better performer. That would be nice if those two aspects would be included in upcoming individual vehicle videos and comparison videos. In future comparison videos it would be nice to see the Hyundai Palisade in the Calligraphy trim going up against the Infiniti QX60 in the Autograph trim. Other comparison videos of interest would be the Jeep Grand Cherokee L in the Summit Reserve trim against the Hyundai Palisade in the Calligraphy trim, Jeep Grand Cherokee L in the Summit Reserve trim going up against the Infiniti QX60 in the Autograph trim or to go up against the Acura MDX in the Advance trim. Comparisons like these would be nice to see since these vehicles are new generation vehicles.
Thanks, Jeff! Luckily the flooding wasn't in our neck of the woods 🙏. We will keep those ideas in mind as we make more comparisons!
@@CarConfections You're welcome. Glad your area wasn't affected by the flooding. I assume you guys probably live in the northern region of KY for the flooding not reaching there. Testing the braking performance and the turning radius of vehicles would be two nice additions to your videos. I hope they'll be put into effect due to the fact that some buyers take them into consideration before buying whichever vehicle it is.
MDX is more my speed...a perfect blend between sportiness and subdued sophistication. The Palisade, while nice, looks too boxy for my taste. I certainly give the edge to Palisade for their interior technology, like turn cameras (which I live and git addicted to in my 2015 Accord) but the MDX overall meet more of my needs and that's why I ended up buying it 3 weeks ago. I actually went out to get the QX60, but while more luxurious on the outside than the MDX, the inside didn't give me that cockpit feeling that the MDX did.
Both suvs have nice ambient lighting. Night review is a must guys!
Palisade for me. Easy choice. Never considered Acura as Luxury; more of a Premium brand.
So a hyundai is luxury?
@@anhphan606 jealous
Acura, Lexus, and Infiniti was never a really true luxury brand to me beside a more upscale version of their parent company.
Genesis on the other hand seems to be really trying compared to the other three.
Was gonna get palisade last year. With car shortages, dealer up their price about 10000 dollars over their msrp. I decide to get Mdx at the price of palisade. Mdx all around is a better car in my opinion.
How is the premium gas mileage?
What ever makes you feel better about your purchase...
It is not just your opinion, it is reality.
Palisade all the way for me!! Had the 2021 Limited Palisade and traded that in at 55,000 miles. Yes, we did lots of driving in that Palisade! Lol
Never broke down or had anything go wrong with it. Picked up the 2023 Palisade Calligraphy 2 weeks ago and no complaints. Beautiful inside and out! Very smooth ride and seats on the third roll do recline as well which wasn't mentioned in the video. Was bought without the big markups as well. We drove to a different state to purchase ours for the price we wanted. Just do your research first.
I'm still dubious on the overall long-term reliability of the tellurides and Palisades. Yes they're flashy and a good price, but with the rising prices of everything, I want that reliability.
Facts 💯🙌👍👏 think the same way.
Exactly!!!!! Neither are good for long term engine reliability!!! That’s why you never see them with high miles on them, I would definitely buy the Acura over the Hyundai
@@nazeershaw66 @Mark B6750
10 year warranty buddy so what are your concerns really? Sounds like you're just trying to give a reason for the MDX to win and this is coming from a 3 time MDX owner.
@@MarkB-zt9jm that comment goes to you as well.
We have 2021 Santa Fe Calligraphy and it looks great and has all the bells and whistles but the mechanical aspect is sketchy. It’s bucks hard when put in reverse and sucks at low speeds. Sometimes the engine over revs for no reason and we have has some other unexplained issues. We will be looking at the MDX next year.
you should compare the brighter interior version of Palisade calligraphy. This one is darker version. What most calligraphy buyers choose is brighter interior not the darker one.
That's another extra point for Palisade worth mentioning
I ordered me a Palisade ☺️
Thanks for the review
You're welcome! Congrats!
Palisade looks so dope now.
Dope?🧐
@@katmanjenks1961 yes troll.
I own a ‘22 MDX ASpec, while I’m biased, I appreciate the features the palisade has such as the massaging seats, and the rear view mirror camera. It has a great looking interior plus rear cooling seats. I think overall the mdx looks more refined on the interior and exterior. I never thought I’d say it, but I wish Acura would move forward with touch screen and ditch the 1:1 touch pad. Both are great vehicles, I enjoyed the comparison.
Well said!
and need to incorporate the screen in the dash, not stuck on top of the dash like an afterthought
How is the AC in your MDX? I heard it's not very good.
@@CoralSea I’m in south Texas, so the AC is on the highest setting most of the year. It takes a couple of minutes for the air to blow cold and not just cool. I do wish more air was produced for the driver and front passenger however. The AC in the second row seating is phenomenal blows cold and there is plenty of it.
@@CoralSea How’s the fire going? I heard it’s quite big inferno the Hyundai is burning in.
I was looking at these both last month as my next vehicle. But the insane markup by Hyundai Dealerships right now diminishes that 12k price difference. Hence ended up going to Acura..
If there is no/little markup in this crazy market, there is something wrong with Acura. It says a lot about desirability and demand for Acura, or lack thereof.
I want to thank you this was great I own 2020 palasades and was going to update
I looked at both of these and 12 k on just a name is a lot now more then ever you need to get a good value for your dollar
Thanks
Again
Im good. I truly dont care what Hyundai comes out with, let me know when that SUV reaches 250k miles like I see all these MDX vehicles do. Again I’ve seen MDXs get Valet parked, never seen someone pull up a palisade 😆 😆 😆
Acura all the way. The Honda engine 3.5 has been proven!
can you guys please do a similar comparison between Palisade Calligraphy and GV80... and maybe go with the lower trim level on the GV80 so that price difference is not enormous. and another one could be vs. the Infiniti QX60 Sensory.
Yeah that would probably be an interesting one!
I think points are being added to the Hyundai just to add points. I would have scored this quite differently. You were giving the MDX half points and giving the Hyundai full points. There were other features where the MDX has an advantage that you didn’t mention.
Probably hyundai was paying them for that video
Hi! I LOVE your videos! I personally think that the Palisade is the best car, hands down!
Thank you!
I own an MDX Advance and it has honestly been THE most disappointing vehicle I've ever owned. Wanted to get rid of it a year after buying it. I just had to have the roof repainted because it started peeling off in chunks after 7 years old... everything between the sunroof and the windshield was gone! Suspension problems from day one. Ongoing electronic gremlins that the dealership cannot find or fix. I've had luck with Honda products in years gone by, but no more Honda products for me. Just ordered a Palisade Calligraphy to replace it - lots of bang for the buck - hoping it was the right decision... we'll see.
Hyundai use to mean crap. But man, this has everything plus the reliability and warranty. Only thing I'll miss out is the status, and my friends and I don't care about that. I can put the kids knowing they'll be safe according to the NHS crash tests.
I’d pick palisade over regular MDX any day but MDX type S over palisade
Yep - the MDX Type S is a very different (and much better) vehicle
@@Zneedsmore Go Genesis in that case, kills MDX…
mdx also has traffic jam assist where you basically don’t even touch the pedals in traffic and does it for you. that’s should be an extra point
Palisade also has that with their Highway Drive Assist feature
Could you do a 2023 palaside vs base model Mercedes GLE?
No
Battle of a Year!
I pick the Palisade over the Accura MDX by value and lots more luxury.
As owner of a 2011 MdX, you pay for what you get. My 2011 with SH-AWD handles amazing, although i have the 3.7 6 cylinder engine, the torque is always available at under 4k RPM’s
A lot of it depends on whether or not you love to drive. If you want a comfortable appliance with tons of features but no driver involvement get a Hyundai. If you want something with engaging handling get the Acura.
Great video I've done thorough research as well. My friend has the Palisade she loves it. I rode in it and it was awesome I love exterior of the Acura and I really like Acura in general but I think the Palisade might be our next car.
Thanks!
In my opinion, the MDX shouldn’t get an extra 2 points because it’s a luxury brand. The snob factor is useless, it’s actual overall value, reliability and performance that matters.
Palisade. We are picking up the SEL PREMIUM in October.
Acura is more stylish. But they have lost much of their cache - mostly because reliability is below average and thus many no longer compare Acura to Lexus or lower end BMWs or Benz. Acura now compares to higher end Kias and Hyundai's; which is a slap in the face to Acura but a tip of the cap to Hyundai.
Lexus? Hyundai is already ahead of Lexus in term of price per features.
@@AlaskanSnowLeopard are you kidding me? Price per features, yes. Reliability? Not even close
@@anhphan606 No sh!t. I mentioned nothing about reliability because this video have nothing to do with reliability which is the whole point of this comparison between the MDX and the Palisade.
The Palisade has been a hit since it came out in 20 and I don't see it slowing down..my wife has a top 20 model and I love it..winner Hyundai by a long shot👍👌
Since your wife has a 2020 pallisade, if you park it in your garage, you may want to remove it quickly or else your house is going to catch fire, just so you know. Hyundai may have beautiful interior and features that you find in luxury vehicles at a price point but just be aware that underneath that SUV, it's all cheap materials and poor quality all around
@@alvinsimba734 Toyota catches fire. What's your point?
@@maga6319 in case you are not aware... hyundai pallisade 2020- 2022 have a recall where a vehicle can catch on fire. It was reported this week and do you want me to send you a link. I haven't even mentioned about toyota as this video has nothing to do with toyota.
@@alvinsimba734 Again toyota catches fire and yes you are a troll.
@@alvinsimba734 guess your confused
They are not in the same category but this Palisade/Hyundai is killing it against this Acura in a luxury level!….inside out the palisade is in higher level….the price is the added advantage….
Fantastic comparison as always!😸
I did not see sport mode selected on the Palisade, I watched the selector dial and dash in the video. It was not selected at all during the review video. I can say as a new owner of the 2023 palisade it packs a nice wallop when put in the sport mode. To put it plainly, for $12k less the better choice is the palisade. Do the math folks, how much more in a payment do you need to lay down to drive Acura with $12K delta in price. All in all the review good with exception to video footage driving in sport mode with the Palisade.
I prefer Acura
I think the MDX is the better-looking vehicle. Hyundais grill puts me off but Acuras is sleeker and less obnoxious. Their headlight design is also a bit nicer
Looks are subjective the MDX grill is hideous
@@rinbine2713 I mean design-wise, which is important. I think Acura's looks a bit sharper and less disjointed
This comparison is good. I would pick the Hyundai palisade cuz of how beautiful this is. Keep up the good work.
It's beautiful until it ignites itself while you sleeping in your house.
@@alvinsimba734 okay troll
One surprise competitor is on its way. Mazda CX90. I would like to see that vs Palisade and Telluride!
Which one has the most reliable engine, which brand has the most recall in the last 5 years, which brand has the most prolonged reputation for reliability, safety, quality engine and transmission interior and exterior materials,
If I were to pick between these two MDX all day, Palisade looks nice but currently under a serious recall of igniting itself.
Incorrect, the palisade 2020-2022 is under that recall, this is a 2023 model year, no recall attached to it.
@@boosie618 When a brand has a record of safety issues like Hyundai, then their recent models could also still be impacted. It could be a few months from now that we get reports of more engine fires and another recall. Rather stick with the MDX, at least it won't burn down my house
@@boosie618 aside from all that, hyundai and Kia have bad history when it comes to fires.
@@alvinsimba734 MDX has a recall and more coming in future. Please, if you're going to troll, at least do better.
@@colechapman6976 20-21 has a fake recall on some tow hitch that might catch fire? You trolls are so slow when it comes to reading. LOL
I still choose MDX as they are proven reliable ghan the pallisade hyundai. Mdx is more luxury looks.
Those Kia’s and Hyundai SUV’s have been catching on fire 😂😂😂
Hyundai destroys the Acura
I don't think so
I agree
You must be high out of your mind 😂
Wait for the 2023 Kia Telluride 💪
@@gracecho68754me either.
hyundai palisade all the way
I've been watching your videos for some time. And looks like Hyundai is making the best cars I've ever seen. The only question I couldn't get answer is WTF are you're smoking there. I your f''''ing kidding me? That crap with a range rover reliability , and engine from 2000s' . That's just a joke.
Isn’t there a recall on Hyundai now for engine failures?
The Pilot better bring its "A" game when it's out soon. They will have to make it as nice or nicer as the MDX, just not as performance oriented.
It’s Honda. Of course they will. They will be the segment benchmark as they always are in every class they compete in
@@matthewalexis Are you sure? The Civic and Pilot have never shared anything in the past. The new interior might be SIMILAR to the Civic, but I'm hoping the new Pilot will have a MUCH nicer interior that the Civic. The Calligraphy set the bar high.
@@naveenthemachine The new CRV would beg to differ.
@@gcasillas1213 how so exactly? Isn't the CRV now probably the best in its class for most categories. It's bigger than before in every dimention. Unless your talking about power trains.
Honda dropped a major ball with the new CR-V..No panoramic roof option, no full digital dash, even though the Civic Touring has it, No HUD, No hybrid options on lower trims. My expectations with the new Pilot is extremely low.
You left out the convenience factor of being able to park the MDX in the garage whereas the Hyundai at this moment needs to be parked away from the house for the recall of the vehicle catching fire. MDX for me. 🔥🔥🔥
How about the Reliability...of Both cars❓❓❓ it's important
Prefer Hyundai Palisade ...
Did both cars have projector leds? Did both vehicles have rear camera rear view mirrors? If not, I believe there was no point given to the Pallisade. Also did the Acura have power thigh support like the Pallisade?... I also don't think a car deserves points for "snobbery"! 😁 I particularly like your car comparisons. Keep up the great videos!
The MDXs headlamps are jewel-eye projectors.
Ill pick Palisade over MDX any time
Good comparision. Would love to see you add the 'missing piece' of the electronics performance, that is the highway drive assist, how much intervention is required, how well it tracks the highway. One would expect the more expensive to do better but I have not found this to be the case, so the only way to find out is to show it as part of your road test. Also please try to only compare results on the same road or condition of road; the Palisade in this test was on a terrible road and so results should not have been measured/stated, as that is misleading.
Hyundai Palisade ~ Win👍