2027 Hyundai Palisade vs Ford Explorer

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How does the Palisade’s engine compare to the Explorer’s?

The Palisade’s 3.5L V6 makes 287 hp, while the Explorer’s turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder makes roughly 300 hp depending on trim. The bigger difference is Hyundai’s optional hybrid powertrain, producing 329 combined horsepower and up to 34 mpg combined, a configuration Ford does not currently offer on the Explorer.

Which one tows more?

The Explorer is generally cited around 5,300 lbs of maximum towing capacity on properly equipped trims, slightly ahead of the Palisade’s 5,000-lb rating. Buyers planning to tow near either vehicle’s maximum should confirm the exact figure on that specific vehicle’s window sticker rather than assume it from trim name alone.

Which has better warranty coverage?

Hyundai backs the Palisade with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile new-vehicle warranty, well ahead of Ford’s standard powertrain coverage on the Explorer. For Crown Point and Schererville buyers keeping a 3-row SUV a decade or more, that gap adds real peace of mind.

Key Takeaways

• Palisade’s gas V6 makes 287 hp versus roughly 300 hp for the Explorer’s turbo four-cylinder, trim-dependent.
• Only the Palisade offers a hybrid powertrain, rated up to 34 mpg combined.
• The Explorer’s towing edge, around 5,300 lbs on select trims, slightly outpaces the Palisade’s 5,000 lbs.
• Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty outlasts Ford’s standard coverage.
• Webb Hyundai Merrillville stocks 29 real Palisade and Palisade Hybrid units to compare directly against Explorer trims.

Frequently Asked Questions

This becomes clearer when viewed within the full 2027 Hyundai Palisade overview at Webb Hyundai Merrillville, which covers trims, specs, and pricing across the full lineup.