Hyundai Palisade vs Jeep Cherokee
What's the difference?

Hyundai Palisade

$66,800 - $93,400

2026 price

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Jeep Cherokee

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2020 price

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Summary

2026 Hyundai Palisade

2020 Jeep Cherokee

By Emily Agar

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.5L

V6, 3.2L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

6.8L/100km (combined)

10.2L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Refined ride and handling
Timeless design
Easy to manoeuvre

Impressive equipment
Some genuine off-road ability
Comfort

Dislikes

Rear bench-style seats are firm
Safety systems sometimes clunky
More expensive than rivals

Thirsty V6
Boot could be bigger
Pricey servicing

2026 Hyundai Palisade Summary

If you’re in the market for an eight-seat family SUV, the Hyundai Palisade has probably already crossed your radar. But now there’s a twist. Hyundai has taken this well-established large SUV and given it a hybrid powertrain.

That puts it up against familiar rivals like the Toyota Kluger GXL Hybrid and Kia Sorento Sport+ Hybrid which are both strong players in the family-friendly space. The version we’re looking at for this review is the mid-spec Elite and we're family-testing it to see if the new hybrid powertrain makes for a winning combo.

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2020 Jeep Cherokee Summary

So, you’ve seen the mainstream mid-size SUV players, and you’re looking for something… a little different.

Maybe you’re even looking for something with some off-road ability, and that’s maybe caused you to steer away from segment heavyweights like the Hyundai Tucson, Toyota RAV4, or Mazda CX-5.

Am I right so far? Maybe you’re just curious to find out what one of Jeep’s main models offers in 2020. Either way, I spent a week in this top-spec Trailhawk to find out if it’s the semi-off-roader it looks to be, or if it stands a chance against the mainstream players.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Hyundai Palisade 2020 Jeep Cherokee

Verdict

The new hybrid powertrain for the Hyundai Palisade is a welcome addition for families looking for an efficient three-row SUV that doesn’t drive like a brick and looks good at the school pick up or client lunch. Overall, the Palisade remains a solid, all-round package that deserves praise and the eighth seat is an added bonus.

Verdict

The Cherokee is perhaps not going to tempt anyone set on a mainstream mid-size family SUV. But, to those on the periphery who are genuinely looking for something different, there’s a lot on offer here.

The proposition is boosted by the Cherokee’s unique off-road equipment and compelling price tag, but just keep in mind it’s old-fashioned in more than just one way…

Hyundai Palisade vs Jeep Cherokee What's the difference?

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Verdict

Hyundai Palisade vs Jeep Cherokee
What's the difference?