Head-to-head
2027 Ford Expedition vs 2027 Hyundai Palisade
The Hyundai Palisade wins clearly, 93.8 to 70, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Ford Expedition is ahead on performance and space & cargo.
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2027 Ford Expedition
The 2027 Ford Expedition is sold in the U.S. as a gas large SUV with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Expedition 2WD, is EPA-rated at…
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A2027 Hyundai Palisade
The 2027 Hyundai Palisade is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Palisade Hybrid FWD…
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Verdict · default weights
2027 Hyundai Palisade
Clear winThe Hyundai Palisade wins clearly, 93.8 to 70, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Ford Expedition is ahead on performance and space & cargo.
Tech & comfort 2027 Hyundai Palisade leads by 54.4
Price 2027 Hyundai Palisade leads by 37.5
Fuel & range 2027 Hyundai Palisade leads by 47.2
| Category · weight | 2027 Ford Expeditionoverall 70 | 2027 Hyundai Palisadeoverall 93.8 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 62.5 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 52.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 78.5 | 100 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 78.1 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 65.9 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 45.6 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 70 | 93.8 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Ford Expedition: base trim Expedition Active 4X2 · Hyundai Palisade: base trim SE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Hyundai Palisade wins
- It lists 44 standard driver-assist features against 26.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (62.5 points against 28.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $23,865 lower ($39,735 against $63,600 base MSRP).
Where the 2027 Ford Expedition answers
- It turns out 480 lb-ft of torque against 260.
- It holds 69.9 cu ft behind the second row against 46.3.
What they share
- 8 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
53 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $63,600 | $39,735 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,470 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L MPI + GDI DOHC 24-Valve V-Type 6-cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 287 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 16 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.510 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 7.4 in |
| Overall height | 78.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Overall length | 210 in | 199 in |
| Overall width | 94.6 in | 78 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 117 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 109 cu-ft | 86.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 69.9 cu-ft | 46.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 22.9 cu-ft | 19.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 181 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 | 8 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 41.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 40.7 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 44.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 43 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 32.1 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 4,872 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 4,420 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 6,327 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink Independent Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 19.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 345 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P265/70R18E | 235/65 R18 106H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 19 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Bluelink |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 61.4 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 61 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 55.6 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
216 features · differences first, then sharedSafety45 differ · 58 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist 2 | — | std |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Emergency Braking (AEB) (includes Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support) | std | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist | — | std |
| Surround View Monitor | std | — |
| Front center airbag (1) | — | std |
| Highway Driving Assist – HDA I | — | std |
| Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go & Curve Control | — | std |
| Rear view monitor with parking guidance | — | std |
| 2x LATCH anchors & 3 tethers (for bench seat) in 2nd row; 2x LATCH & 3 tethers for 3rd row | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning | — | std |
| Front (2) and 2nd row (2) side impact airbags | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse | — | std |
| Safe Exit Assist w/ rear door indicator | — | std |
| Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors | — | std |
| AdvanceTrac™ with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) | std | — |
| Anti-theft system integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm | — | std |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist | std | — |
| BlueCruise Hands-Free Highway Driving | opt | — |
| Cruise controls, smart | — | std |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | — | std |
| Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 with Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, and Predictive Speed Assist | std | — |
| Forward Attention Warning | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) – Direct Oncoming (DO) | — | std |
| Front and Rear Parking Sensors | std | — |
| Front, 2nd-row and 3rd-row outboard seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters | — | std |
| Haptic Feedback | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors For Children) on All Second Row and Third Row Outboard Side Seating Positions | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) – seat weight sensor and seat track sensor | — | std |
| Parking Brake – Electronic with Auto Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Perimeter Alarm Includes Securilock® Passive Anti-Theft System | std | — |
| Personal Safety System™ | std | — |
| Power window lock-out button | — | std |
| Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ | std | — |
| Pro Trailer Hitch Assist | std | — |
| Rear child safety locks | — | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (door-logic system) | — | std |
| Reverse Brake Assist | std | — |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | — | std |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | std | — |
| Vehicle stability management | — | std |
| Immobilizer | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO | std | std |
| Smart Cruise Control 2 (w/ Emergency Stop) | std | std |
| Driver and front passenger airbag (2) | std | std |
| Front (2) and 2nd row (2) side impact airbags | std | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist 2 | std | std |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | std | std |
| Trailer Sway Control | std | std |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes | std | std |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist | std | std |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist | std | std |
| High Beam Assist | std | std |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | std |
| Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator | std | std |
Infotainment23 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio streaming | — | std |
| 12.3" color touchscreen with onboard Navigation | — | std |
| 13.2" Center Display | std | — |
| 24" Panoramic Display | std | — |
| AM/FM/MP3 with six speakers | std | — |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode) | — | std |
| Bluelink® Connected Car System | — | std |
| Dynamic Voice Recognition | — | std |
| Ford Digital Experience | std | — |
| Ford Security Package (1-year included with activation) | std | — |
| HD Radio | — | std |
| High Power USB-Cs: Two 1st row (2x USB-C Power) + Two 2nd row + Two 3rd row | — | std |
| Multimedia USB Ports, Second Row — Two (2) USB-C | opt | — |
| Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices) | — | std |
| Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates | — | std |
| Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates | — | std |
| Paddle Shifters | — | std |
| Passenger Talk In-car intercom | — | std |
| Rear Seat Quiet Mode | — | std |
| Sirius XM | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Radio with 360L | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | — | std |
| Wireless Device Charging 15W (For Qi-supported devices) | opt | — |
| Wifi Hotspot | std | std |
Convenience12 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Start System (Using Key Fob) | opt | — |
| 12-volt outlet (2 total: 1 Fr, 1 cargo) | — | std |
| Driver's Package | opt | — |
| Intelligent Access (Passive Entry) | opt | — |
| Power door and liftgate locks | — | std |
| Pro Power Onboard™ - 400W - One (1) Console, One (1) Cargo Area | opt | — |
| Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2) | — | std |
| Remote engine start (on key fob) | — | std |
| Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic | — | std |
| Remote release – Hood | — | std |
| Securicode® Keyless Entry Keypad | opt | — |
| Power windows with safety front auto-down/up | — | std |
| Proximity key entry with push button start | std | std |
Climate7 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd and 3rd row air vents | — | std |
| 2nd row HVAC controls | — | std |
| Air conditioning | — | std |
| Cabin Particulate Air Filter | std | — |
| External temperature display | — | std |
| PTC Heater | — | std |
| Rear Auxiliary Climate Controls - Third Row | std | — |
| 3-Zone automatic climate control w/auto defog | std | std |
Seating20 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-flat seats with recline & adjustable head restraints | — | std |
| 8-way power driver's seat | std | — |
| Heated front seats (high/medium/low) | opt | — |
| Ventilated front seats | opt | — |
| 8-Way Power Passenger Seats (Power Lumbar and Power Recline) | std | — |
| Heated rear seats (high/medium/low) | opt | — |
| Integrated memory system for driver seat | opt | — |
| 4-way lumbar | std | — |
| 6-way adjustable driver's seat | — | std |
| 2nd Row – Bench Seating | — | std |
| 2nd Row Power Adjustable Seats | opt | — |
| 3rd row 60/40 split-fold seats with ingress/egress handles | — | std |
| 3rd Row Power Folding/Unfolding/Reclining/Sliding seats | std | — |
| 6-way adjustable passenger seat | — | std |
| Captain's Chairs | opt | — |
| One-touch 2nd row seat slide for 3rd row access | — | std |
| Rear center armrest (bench seats) | — | std |
| Seating Capacity | — | std |
| Sliding 2nd-row seats with electric cargo area releases | — | std |
| Tilting Walk-In Feature | — | std |
| Materials – Cloth | std | std |
Interior27 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | opt | — |
| 4.2" Color multi-information display | — | std |
| Assist grips / B-Pillar Assist Grip | — | std |
| Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off | — | std |
| Dashboard – Slush-molding | — | std |
| Dashboard – Wrapped, artificial leather | — | std |
| Digital Device Holder | opt | — |
| Door handles – Metal Paint | — | std |
| Flex Powered Console | opt | — |
| Front center console – Fixed armrest storage with tray | — | std |
| Front seatback pockets | — | std |
| Glove compartment – With damper and illuminated | — | std |
| Headliner/Pillar – Cloth | — | std |
| Illuminated power window switches | — | std |
| LED interior cabin lights | — | std |
| Map Lights, 3rd row, cargo area light | — | std |
| Multi-information display controls | — | std |
| Rotary Gear Shift Dial | std | — |
| Steering wheel – Leather-wrapped | opt | — |
| Steering wheel – Leatherette-wrapped | — | std |
| Storage tray – Center stack / center console | — | std |
| Tilt + Telescoping steering wheel | — | std |
| Upper door panels / console armrest – Premium Soft Touch | — | std |
| Sunvisor – W/ illumination | — | std |
| Floor mats – Carpeted | std | opt |
| Overhead Console with Sunglass Holder | std | — |
| Door storage pockets – Front and rear | — | std |
| Sunvisor – W/ sliding function | std | std |
Exterior34 differ · 40 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Sunroof – Conventional | opt | — |
| LED headlights (Projector) | — | std |
| Outside mirrors – Power folding, auto-dimming (EC) | opt | — |
| "Flat-Type" Front 2-speed/variable intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| 18 X 8.0J Alloys / 235/65 R18 106H | — | std |
| 18-inch underbody-mounted full-size spare tire | std | — |
| 360-Degree Zone Lighting | opt | — |
| Acoustic side glass – Front | — | std |
| Black Side sills | — | std |
| Bumpers – Two-tone (Black/Silver or variant) | — | std |
| Door Garnish – Lower Side Door | — | std |
| Door handle welcome lights | — | std |
| Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Grille – Black + Silver Accents | — | std |
| Grille – Carbon Black Molded-in-Color Surround with Ebony Painted Bars | std | — |
| Hood insulator | — | std |
| Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable) | — | std |
| LED center positioning light | — | std |
| LED Reflector Headlamps | std | — |
| Lower Fascia Elements – Silver Paint Finish | — | std |
| Outside mirrors – Body Color | — | std |
| Outside mirrors – Power Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Polished Stainless Steel Beltline Molding | std | — |
| Power Ford Split Gate with available Open On Approach | std | — |
| Rain-sensing windshield wipers | opt | — |
| Roof antenna, shark-fin | — | std |
| Roof-Rack Side Rails - Black | std | — |
| Running boards, Fixed (Black) | std | — |
| Tailgate Emergency Lamp | — | std |
| Automatic headlights | — | std |
| Solar front glass – Front door, windshield | — | std |
| Compact Spare Tire / T155/90R18 | — | std |
| LED Roof-mounted center high-mount wide stop lamp | — | std |
| Rear spoiler – Wide Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | — | std |
| Acoustic windshield | std | std |
| Heated outside mirrors | std | std |
| LED daytime running lights | std | std |
| LED rear combination lamps/taillights | std | std |
| Privacy glass – Rear/quarter/back glass | std | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | std | std |
Powertrain9 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| FWD | — | std |
| 10-Speed SelectShift® Automatic Transmission | std | — |
| 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine (400 hp) | std | — |
| 3.5L MPI + GDI DOHC 24-Valve V-Type 6-cylinder engine, Displacement: 3,470 cc, engine cover | — | std |
| 8-speed automatic transmission (A8LF1) | — | std |
| Drive Mode Select (Eco, Sport, & My Drive) – Dash-mounted button + toggle switch | — | std |
| Electronic shift lock system | — | std |
| Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System™ | opt | — |
| Shift-by-Wire w/paddle shifters | — | std |
| Idle Stop & Go | std | std |
Chassis6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension – MacPherson strut with coil springs | — | std |
| Fully Boxed Frame | std | — |
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted | — | std |
| Rear suspension – Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks | — | std |
| Rear suspension – Self-Leveling suspension | — | std |
| Suspension - Multilink Independent Rear Suspension | std | — |
Cargo7 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | std | opt |
| TOW mode – Dash-mounted button | — | std |
| Cargo – Underfloor storage compartment | — | std |
| Cargo-area cover – Removable, retractable-type | — | opt |
| Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package | opt | — |
| Integrated Trailer Brake Controller | std | — |
| Roof cross bars | — | opt |
| Trailering Package (trailer prewire, HD engine/trans coolers, sway control) | std | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFord Expedition
Safety Signal 85 B
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 2
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
- high Exterior Lighting 26V606000 · 41,748 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
Hyundai Palisade
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 5 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Service Brakes (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Ford ExpeditionExpedition Active 4X2 | Hyundai PalisadeSE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $63,600 (base trim) | $39,735 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $63,600 – $85,695 13 trims | $39,735 – $59,680 21 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Expedition 2WD | Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 18 | 34 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,700 | $1,950 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Ford Expedition or the 2027 Hyundai Palisade?
The Hyundai Palisade wins clearly, 93.8 to 70, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Ford Expedition is ahead on performance and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Hyundai Palisade scores 93.8 and the 2027 Ford Expedition 70. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2027 Ford Expedition or the 2027 Hyundai Palisade?
The 2027 Hyundai Palisade starts lower — $39,735 against $63,600, a gap of $23,865 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Ford Expedition or the 2027 Hyundai Palisade?
2027 Ford Expedition: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 2 recalls. 2027 Hyundai Palisade: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Ford Expedition and the 2027 Hyundai Palisade?
Where the 2027 Hyundai Palisade wins: it lists 44 standard driver-assist features against 26, lists more comfort and tech equipment (62.5 points against 28.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and starts $23,865 lower ($39,735 against $63,600 base MSRP). Where the 2027 Ford Expedition answers: it turns out 480 lb-ft of torque against 260 and holds 69.9 cu ft behind the second row against 46.3. What they share: 8 seats.