BMW X1 vs Hyundai Palisade

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 BMW X1

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2026 Hyundai Palisade

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Overview

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
Selected trim	xDrive28i	SE
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
MSRP	$42,800	$39,435 (best)
Lowest listing price	$48,347 (best)	—
Median listing price	$49,862 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$52,887 (best)	—
For sale now	6 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
Combined MPG	28 MPG (best)	21 MPG
City MPG	24 MPG (best)	19 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	25 MPG
Fuel tank	14.3 gal	19 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
Horsepower	241 hp	287 hp (best)
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	260 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	3.5 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	V6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
Seating	5 seats	8 seats (best)
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	57.2 cu ft	86.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	—	5,000 lbs (best)
Payload	994 lbs (best)	—
Curb weight	3,750 lbs (best)	4,420 lbs
Ground clearance	8.1 in (best)	7.4 in
Wheelbase	106 in	116.9 in (best)
Length	177.2 in	199.2 in (best)
Width	72.6 in	78 in (best)
Height	64.6 in	69.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Hyundai PalisadeSE
NHTSA overall	4 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)	4 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Side pole	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)	2	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	BMW X1	Hyundai Palisade
1	xDrive28i $42,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)	SE $39,435 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M35i $51,900 MSRP	SE $40,935 MSRP
3	—	SEL $41,440 MSRP
4	—	SEL $41,440 MSRP
5	—	SEL $43,440 MSRP
6	—	SEL $43,440 MSRP
7	—	SEL Convenience $42,870 MSRP
8	—	SEL Convenience $44,870 MSRP
9	—	Hybrid Blue SEL $43,660 MSRP
10	—	Hybrid Blue SEL $43,660 MSRP
11	—	SEL Premium $44,800 MSRP
12	—	SEL Premium $45,300 MSRP
13	—	SEL Premium $46,800 MSRP
14	—	SEL Premium $47,300 MSRP
15	—	Hybrid SEL $45,660 MSRP
16	—	Hybrid SEL $45,660 MSRP
17	—	Hybrid Blue SEL Premium $47,020 MSRP
18	—	Hybrid Blue SEL Premium $47,020 MSRP
19	—	Hybrid SEL Premium $49,020 MSRP
20	—	Hybrid SEL Premium $49,020 MSRP
21	—	Limited $49,270 MSRP
22	—	Limited $51,270 MSRP
23	—	XRT PRO $49,370 MSRP
24	—	Hybrid Limited $51,490 MSRP
25	—	Hybrid Limited $53,490 MSRP
26	—	Calligraphy $54,060 MSRP
27	—	Calligraphy $56,560 MSRP
28	—	Hybrid Calligraphy $56,280 MSRP
29	—	Hybrid Calligraphy $58,280 MSRP

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