Suppose you’ve considered the Hyundai Palisade or Kia Telluride for your next three-row SUV. In that case, you probably know both models are nearly identical under the metal. Or rather, they were until recently. Redesigned for 2026 with new style, new engines and upgraded technology features, the second-generation Palisade refines an already impressive model that consistently finishes near the top of Edmunds’ annual SUV rankings.

For now, Kia is standing pat with its Telluride. A redesign is coming, but so far Kia has not released any official details or a timetable. If you’re thinking of buying a new three-row SUV, should you get the new Palisade, the current Telluride, or maybe even wait? Edmunds’ auto experts compared these two family-friendly SUVs to find out.

Price and value

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