The 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy is a Genesis-Like Luxury 3-Row SUV 

Happy Monday everyone! We are working on getting access to the 2022 Kia Telluride Nightfall Edition. But after 2 years on the market, are you guys team Palisade or team Telluride?

‘21 Palisade Calligraphy owner here. The interior is the reason I bought this. The quality, tech and space is amazing! I agree that it’s not very sporty feeling(had a CX-9 before) but I didn’t buy it to be a sports car. After 4 months of ownership I still love it. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a 7 seater SUV.

If only the interior of the Palisade came on the Telluride

We’ve had our calligraphy since April and it’s been an amazing year with it so far. Absolutely my dream car and I would choose it a million times over, and that’s as a mom with 2 small kiddos. The interior beats the telluride always. The grill, wheels and infinity led’s (all special to the calligraphy) are so unique and stand out among the crowd. We get stopped often with people telling us how beautiful it is and I still “ooh and ah” when she’s freshly cleaned and buffed. Ours is black on black and truly feels luxurious like a g-wagon or something of that level. Love, love, love

2020 Palisade Limited owner here. I still think the Palisade looks sleeker and much more refined than the Teluride. I like the space afforded by the push-button transmission selector. The center stack display is much more integrated with the dash. And the no-dance automatic lift-gate is great. No regrets at all in the purchase at all.

The Telluride is nice, but the Palisade as a whole package is better! Exterior is a tie to me, but the interior of the Palisade is way ahead

I purchased one about a month ago and am still loving it! The ride and feel of this vehicle is amazing and to know I got it for under 50k with all the tech in it is very satisfying indeed. Isn’t the fastest, no. Is it the sexiest, no. Is it the most luxurious for the money, HELL YES! Was thinking of a Genesis GV80 or a Ford Explorer ST until I test drove this and I am so glad I did. Saved myself a lot of cash, that’s for sure. Do yourself a favor and give this vehicle a try, you will be happy you did!

I've had a question on the power folding mirrors for 2 years now and you're the only reviewer that covered it. Thank you!!

So nice from Korea, very nice but like the GV80 more not just the options but the styling too

Hyundai really impresses me with this model

You can adjust the alerts on the Calligraphy to be vibration instead of audible tones, or both 👍🏽 👍🏽 👍🏽 👍🏽 👍🏽 We don't love audible tones either. Thanks as always for all the great content! 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

The Palisade really has a presence on the road. I associate it with comfort and luxury while also being a really smart buy. I see a lot of the fully loaded high trim where I am. I really like the original and this new one also.

I think I’ve found the perfect mom mobile for my wife. The palisade checks every single box. I can’t believe how far Hyundai and Kia have come, once the dealer network improves it’ll be tough to beat them. P.S car payments suck

I absolutely LOVE the interior of this vehicle. Very impressive.

I am waiting for the 2023 model. Have seen the comoflauged version of it. Hope they add hybrid with 2.5t engine. Will be hell of a car

An amazing SUV in its class. While I do wish it had the proportions similar to the Telluride, it has grown on me. The interior is the best hands down, this side of a 2021 JGC Summit. Hyundai/Kia are on a roll!!!

Been driving a ‘20 Limited for 12,000 miles so far and love it. Even managed to grab it under MSRP before the pandemic last year.

Nice car, exterior and interior. Thank you! 😍

In comparisons between the Palisade and the Telluride it's important to keep in mind that the Palisade is built in Korea and aimed at a variety of international markets where its primary competition comes from 3 row European SUVs. Vehicles from Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, and Volvo. The Telluride, on the other hand, is built in Georgia and designed almost exclusively for the North American market (It's not even sold in Korea) where its competition includes rivals like the Ford Explorer, the Toyota Highlander, the Chevy Traverse, the Honda Pilot, the VW Atlas, and the Dodge Durango. Vehicles that aren't even offered in markets outside North America or whose sales in Asia, Europe, and other national markets are minuscule. Those differences help explain the fact that despite their shared components and features the Palisade has leaned since its introduction toward a more near "luxury" image while the Telluride is aimed at a more "rugged", more "masculine" look and feel that Americans find so appealing in mainstream 3 row SUVs. It also helps explain the existence of the new Calligraphy top trim of the Palisade -- a doubling down on the "budget luxury" features and feel of the vehicle. The US/Canada market is important for the Palisade, of course, but its broader purpose is to offer "budget luxury" in markets where its main rivals are far more expensive than the Palisade. In contrast, the newest version of the Telluride, SX/PP "Nightfall Edition", doubles down on its already "masculine" look and feel. The result are top trims of each vehicle with an MSRP (though not a transaction price) that barely falls below the $50K bar. When they were introduced the Telluride and Palisade hit the 3 row midsize SUV market like an earthquake. In the couple of years since competitors have adjusted their offerings and reduced the MSRP of their top models (Lookin' at you, Explorer) to reduce the Korean brands' advantages but so far no other vehicles are clearly superior in features, much less in terms of value.

Yes. This 3.8 is running on Atkinson cycle, which is a perfect engine to add some battery and makes it a hybrid

After watching ur last video on Palisade, I decided to get one. I ended having the Calligraphy white on beige interior. I like it so much so far . Maybe one thing I wish for, is more power, I think It needs more power or maybe turbo boost. Thanks for ur reviews . It helps alot

Gorgeous car! I love the wheels on this trim. I think I still prefer the Telluride's looks overall, but they're both extremely impressive cars. Looking forward to Kia/Hyundai refreshing the twins for 2022/2023!

Love my Calligraphy…. Best SUV I have ever owned and that includes the Audi that I had.

Wow fantastic interior 👏👌👍😀😍

21 Limited owner here, and the calligraphy, in my opinion, is not worth the price increase. The only thing you don't get is the little window on the front bumper for the LED strips, the suede headliner, the larger LED brake light, and the bumpers. We have taken multiple 3+ hour trips in it, and it is by FAR the most comfortable vehicle I have ever driven on a long road trip. The seat leg extensions and the adaptive cruise control make it a breeze.

We have the 2020 Palisade Limited. Now I don't drive it much, but when I do I have to say I'm still impressed with it 2 years later. The driver assist tech is very good and the drive and luxury feel is impressive. We use it on our long trips and what a great ride. Power is perfectly fine, kills me that even gets mentioned. Also this vehicle looks way better than the let me look like other vehicle brands Telluride. The Palisade has its OWN look period.

Sofyan, I just wanted to say to you on a personal note that when I saw your review of the Lincoln (Aviator?) SUV online, I said to myself that "Ford/Lincoln was on point getting Sofyan to do this presentation!" as they couldn't have gotten a more professional spokesman. Bravo to you and keep the great work going. Be well and be safe.

Sofan: “I really love this vehicle. Allot of great tech…” (beep beep beep beep beep) lmao 🤣

I just bought one and I'm waiting for it to get shipped to me! So excited.

Just picked up my Palisade Calligraphy 2 weeks ago. I love it. I am going to my buddies auto body shop and we are going to do a full blackout package. I will post photos once it has been completed

Hyundai and Kia are making it difficult to choose between models: I love the interior of the Palisade, but I prefer the exterior of the Telluride; I love the interior of the Sonata, but would much rather the exterior of the K5.

Oh shit, never did I come this early 🤣 love your videos Redline

Thank you for taking the time to make such an in-depth review. The one negative I cannot get over is the rims on the calligraphy, I feel like I’m looking at a huge Chrysler logo on each wheel. God willing I will have my 2022 Calligraphy sooner rather than later & the rims will be changed immediately lol

Still some incandescent lights in the rear?!? That is outrageous especially in the top trim!

Great great video. I personally prefer the Telluride as well.

This is essentially a Hyundai GV80. Yep, it’s that luxurious.

I must say, I'm really impressed with both Kia and Hyundai. I understand they're pretty much the same company because all of their vehicles look the same. However, I like the Telluride a little better but this is a very nice vehicle.

Hyundai is dominating the ICE-vehicle and EV markets around the world. I'm a proud American and can remember brands line Buick, Pontiac, Saturn, Olds Mobile, Plymouth, Pontiac and more. I don't think Hyundai will ever be considered just a low-cost alternative vehicle anymore✌

I have been so impressed with Hyundai/Kia lately. All their newer vehicles are absolutely stunning and starting to compete with brands like Lexus and Acura and in many ways outpace them.

A few glaring oversights; the lack of power mirrors is odd as is the lack of wireless audio visual connection. The digital dash is no where nearly as good as the Volvos

Interior Palisade exterior Telluride

Great review. Purchased a 2022 Palisade Calligraphy AWD: but there are some areas for improvement: add power folding exterior side mirrors, add sunglass holder in interior and add illumination for the overhead light buttons and those rims on calligraphy trim are a bit 'loud', design something more classy; and last but not least, consider adding hybrid powertrain as is offered on many other Hyundai products.

Bloody & Divorced were the newest words I heard from Sofyan in this video!! Damn it I want him to call this Calligraphy “Bespoke!” Hahah

I like the dual displays, I just really wish the automotive media would stop pushing for one continuous screen. It makes cars look the same from the interior and design becomes more generic.

Drop in the twin turbo v6 from the gv70/80, black it out, sort out the suspension some more, and make it a N-line?

In Canada the Palisade outsells the Telluride 2-1 for some reason

Looked at a Telluride last month…analog speedometer in 2021? Also, interior felt cheap..especially the leather. It was $42k and the dealer wanted $54K (including all the add-ons they were making a mandatory purchase due to the demand) Screw that. I got a Palisade through a family hookup. Fully loaded AWD Calligraphy for 50K. Very excited.

Lovely SUV! This and The Jeep Grand Cherokee L are some of the best vehicles on the market currently.

I want one so bad. First SUV and first Hyundai I ever had a desire to own. I will be trying my best to purchase one very soon

Not a foot activated hatch. You just stand behind with the key on you for a few seconds and it’ll open. Also, this is the harbour grey interior with navy blue, not the pearl beige with dark brown.

I finally got my Limited edition Palisade few months ago but had to pay $2.5K on top off the msrp...

In 15 years, Hyundai has proved it's bonafidas from it's luxury vehicles, overall quality in all their models and now SUV's. Despite the fire issue on a number of their elantra models and the like, Hyundai/Kai is moving forward, Ravi Peiris M.D.

Just don't pay MSRP, leave alone above MSRP, for a depreciating asset like an automobile

This car is very nice looking i love the interior color. Thanks for uploading this!

You're right, they absolutely need a plug-in hybrid. 19 city and 24 highway really sucks - and not in a good way. :)

Mom, I'm getting a Hyundai!

I’d choose this over the pathfinder

Telluride is the brother, palisade is the sister.. lol 😂

As soon as Sofyan opened the driver door my eye went to the rear view mirror and I was bummed because it didn’t appear to be frameless.

The palisade has a more blocky feeling than the Telluride and not the other way around lol have you looked at the front and the back ?

It's pretty simple; if you want a sporty look go for the Telluride, but if you want more of a luxury look go for the Palisade. Me personally I'm going for the Palisade. Hyundai knocked it out of the park with this an I can see why dealerships can't keep them in stock.

Great review as always. 😁

👍 My favorite mid-sized SUV. The Sierra burgundy with the beige interior is my favorite. Thank you...

I test drove both the Telluride SX and Palisade Limited. Did anyone else notice the seats on the Palisade were much softer, and more plush? The Telluride seats seemed more stiff and sporty, while the Palisade seemed more luxurious and comfortable.

Would have awesome if you pointed out the differences between the previous top trim Limited, and this Calligraphy.

Hyundai has come a long way since that 89 Excel.

10k over sticker 🤣 lmao

This car has a presence !! Idk why telluride is more popular !!

I want that color on my Telluride. :)

I don't Keeps is working because your hair line is running back. 14:13 0 to 60 in 7.3 seconds is faster than a 1990 Mustang GT automatic.

Love it and agree that it’s more classier in both the interior and saddle exterior but I’m a man and prefer the boxier, more rugged look of the Telluride.

Really thinking about purchasing this car. I'm torn on white or this blue color. I always wanted a white suv but this blue is sparking my interest. Any input on exterior color much appreciated!

Minivans is so uncool?why? If you have an elderly person in your family minivan is so cool and comfortable for them...try put senior in third seat of a suv and minivan..which is cool now?(just saying sir)

i doubt it is refined like a genesis in terms of interior quality and sound proof

Wow! Really impressive for the price!

I wonder why the bigger screen isn't wireless

@2:03 Did you just say "divorce element"? Is that actually a term that Hyundai has given the design or did you just make that up?

I like this more than the telluride

You called this the benchmark, but it’s not fast, it doesn’t have hybrid/electrified powertrains, fuel economy isn’t great, okay.

Editor in Chief! Sofyan “Crap-Ton” Bey! Hahaha

I like the telluride and would have gone with it but 1 I didn’t really need a vehicle that big but also that engine is just so disappointing and I feel like I would be pulling myself hard for a car that heavy so I went with the Sorento sx prestige xline and I love it. Has plenty of power and is so fun IMO. I also love the way it looks and my partner never cared about cars but when she saw it she loved it to and sent me to change our car right away. Lol

I can't get use to the dial and push button gear shifter, everything else is great

Can you please say honestly how Hyundai Palisade v6 gdi engine is? Is this very good quality v6 engine? Will this engine run 500k to 600k km? I want to know because I have a confusion to choose from Hyundai Palisade V6, Volkswagen Atlas sel V6, and Honda Pilot Elite V6, please give me the right information because I want to choose a V6 car which will run perfectly 500k to 600k km without any big issues.

Didn't talk about the self leveling suspension, or the passenger talk feature....

Own a telluride, went to test drive the palisade Sel premium package.(also sat in the calligraphy) I wasn't blown away by the interior, the value is amazing though. Not a fan of the shifter and the exterior is so close to awesome, but fell short.

It looks identical to my 2020 Palisade Limited Trim? I don't see anything new with the calligraphy?

Sofyan’s Hyundai bias is out of control at this point bruh

i'm seeing this everywhere, but the dealers don't have any. back ordered till end of August! WTF!

When does the new redesigned 2022 Lexus RX350 come out and will be reviewed??

Our 2022 coming in Mid August - woot!

Good vehicle for its price, but in reality you can’t buy it even for MSRP. Why would I buy it if I can get 10% off on audi or bmw and the price difference between them and Huinday would be minimal. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Wait you can't play music wirelessly? What were they thinking

almost like a suburban in size. great quality finally a great Hyundai.

Does the white beige/navy leather interior get messed up or stain easily?

It does have the highway driving assistant lol

I like the cute flip flop reviews!👌😜

I don't know if this can beat the boring highlander on getting to 300k+ miles on factory engine and transmission

Calligraphy took the title this year!

I like the look of the limited better.

I think the Interior of the Telluride looks better especially the centre console