2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. 2023 Hyundai Palisade



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2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. 2023 Hyundai Palisade

The Volkswagen Atlas and Hyundai Palisade are both full-size, upscale SUVs that offer ample space for cargo and passengers. Here's what you need to know if you're trying to decide between these two utility vehicles.

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Performance

When you're driving a large SUV, even slight differences in fuel economy can affect how much you spend on fuel each month. The Palisade comes in at 19 miles per gallon in the city, 27 miles per gallon on the highway, and 23 miles per gallon combined. The Volkswagen Atlas performs better than the Palisade in this category, getting around 21 miles per gallon in the city, 25 miles per gallon on the highway, and 23 miles per gallon combined.

Space

While the Palisade does have room for one more passenger, with eight seats to the Atlas's seven, the Atlas comes out on top when it comes to cargo space. The Palisade has just 18 cubic feet of cargo space, while the Atlas boasts an impressive 20.6 cubic feet of space you can use for your gear or luggage. The Atlas also has more rear headroom and front shoulder room for a more comfortable ride.

Exterior

The Palisade has a wide, boxy grille, while the Atlas has a slim, modern front profile. This gives the Atlas a more modern and nuanced appearance than the Palisade.

Though these two SUVs are close in many ways, the Atlas pulls ahead when it comes to cargo space and fuel economy, making it a great family vehicle.