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Miami Herald
02-08-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
2026 Hyundai Palisade Vs. 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe: 5 Major Differences
In the space of just a year or two, Hyundai has two fresh-faced, three-row, gas-powered crossovers on sale. The Santa Fe was completely revised as of the 2024 model year, and the 2026 Santa Fe recently debuted. These SUVs have a large pricing overlap, so it can be tricky for Hyundai fans to decide which one is the better buy. To help you make that decision, we've outlined five major differences between the 2026 Palisade and 2026 Santa Fe. Related: Every 2026 Hyundai Model Year Update You Need To Know Both SUVs come with gas and hybrid powertrains, but the Palisade has more grunt in both configurations. In the Santa Fe, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine makes 277 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with a newly standard eight-speed automatic and front- or all-wheel drive. By comparison, the standard Palisade has a 3.5-liter V6 with 287 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque; it has the same drivetrain choices as the Santa Fe. Moving on to the hybrids, the Santa Fe Hybrid's 1.6-liter four-pot hybrid makes 231 hp and 271 lb-ft combined. The transmission is a six-speed automatic, and it also has FWD or AWD. The hybrid equivalent of the Palisade uses a 2.5-liter four-pot instead, and it makes 329 hp and 339 lb-ft combined, easily more than the Santa Fe Hybrid. FWD is standard and AWD optional. While the gap between the gas-only models is smaller, many may prefer the smoothness of the Palisade's V6. Related: 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe: 5 reasons to love it, 2 reasons to think twice There's no contest here. The base Santa Fe returns 20/29/24 mpg city/highway/combined with FWD, or 20/28/23 mpg with AWD. The much larger V6 in the Palisade gets 19/25/21 mpg with FWD or 18/24/20 mpg with AWD. On paper, then, the Santa Fe's standard engine looks like the winner, as it's not far behind on power, has more torque, and is much more efficient. The Santa Fe Hybrid manages up to 37/36/36 mpg with FWD and 35/34/34 mpg with AWD. Hyundai has only said that the Palisade Hybrid is expected to get over 30 mpg and has a range of up to 619 miles. In the Santa Fe Hybrid, you can cover up to 637 miles on a full tank. Both these SUVs have slick, airy interiors. Materials are of a high quality and there's no shortage of screen real estate and tech to keep the whole family connected. The larger Palisade has an advantage in terms of accommodating passengers, though. Depending on the trim, the Santa Fe can only seat seven or six occupants. All Palisades can seat at least seven occupants, and if you go for the base SE or the Hybrid SEL Premium, it's possible to seat up to eight people. While both vehicles have generous space in the first two rows, the Santa Fe is more cramped in its third row, where it has 37.7 inches of headroom and 30 inches of legroom. In the Palisade's third row, you'll find 37.8 inches of headroom and 32.1 inches of legroom, so this is the better choice if you ever need to put older teens or adults in the back row. The Santa Fe lineup begins at $34,800 for the SE with FWD and goes all the way up to $50,250 for the Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid with AWD. For the base Palisade, expect to pay $38,935 for the SE with FWD and as much as $58,280 for the Hybrid Calligraphy. There are some big gaps in pricing between comparable trims. For instance, the Santa Fe Calligraphy costs $47,350, but the Palisade Calligraphy goes for $54,060, which is $6,710 more. Both these trims have classy Nappa leather, the highway driving assist system, and a camera-based rearview mirror. You do get more luxurious accommodations in the Palisade, though, such as third-row heated seats and even power-adjustable second-row seats. If you don't need a bigger third row with all the extras, you can save a lot by going for the Santa Fe. If their spacious cargo areas aren't enough, you may want to consider how much these crossovers can tow. The Santa Fe can manage 4,500 pounds in XRT guise or up to 2,000 lbs with the hybrid. The Palisade can handle up to 5,000 lbs, or as much as 4,000 lbs for the hybrid. All Santa Fe and Palisade models come with standard trailer sway control. If you absolutely need a V6, more power, or a lot of third-row space, go for the Palisade. But if you want an efficient, high-value three-row SUV, the Santa Fe is better. Between these two extremes, choosing between the Santa Fe and Palisade becomes more complicated, and could come down to comparing specification sheets and individual trim prices. The new Santa Fe is a vast improvement over the outgoing model, so has moved closer in overall capability to the more premium Palisade. Either way, you can't go wrong. These are two highly competitive products that reside at or near the top of the class. Related: 2026 Toyota RAV4 Vs. 2026 Honda CR-V: 5 Major Differences Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
MAFS star Ella May Ding addresses 'scam' rumours on surprising career move: 'There will always be trolls'
Contains affiliated content. Daily Mail Australia will earn a commission if you click on a link within this article. Click here for more information. Married at First Sight fan favourite Ella May Ding has spoken out against detractors who accused her of 'scamming' fans. The former reality star turned entrepreneur issued a statement on Friday defending her shopping discount membership club against the allegations. Ella May Ding Club is a monthly membership that offers 'exclusive' discounts on fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle brands including Stax, Elite Eleven, Oscar Frank and more. But many are drawn to the extravagant monthly giveaways, which have included a $7,000 Louis Vuitton handbag, an eight night luxury Bali holiday, and multiple cars, from a Mazda to a Mercedes. This month's prize is the club's most extravagant yet, offering the winner the choice between a Range Rover Evoque worth $88,500 or $70,000 in cash. The winner will be drawn on May 12. The eye-popping giveaways have piqued fans' interest and attracted criticism in equal measure, with many on social media questioning the legitimacy of the competitions and even the legality of the business venture. Ella May hit back against the claims, stating: 'There will always be trolls and misinformation — especially when women are building something bold and different. 'But here's the truth: our winners are real, our giveaways are licensed and we operate with all the required permits, and our community is growing because we deliver value and transparency. 'The only thing fake here are the rumours.' A Tiktok account called out the 2022 season MAFS star for 'flooding' social media with ads for the membership club and also questioning whether the model of Range Rover being promoted as the prize was the genuine prize vehicle, given it was a 2024 model that was used in video content promoting the competition. However a disclaimer now appears on the business' website stating: 'The vehicle used in adverting [sic] is for content purposes only. The brand-new Range Rover Evoque is currently being delivered to Land Rover Brighton and will be awarded to the giveaway winner as per our official terms & conditions. 'The Range Rover Evoque P250 Dynamic SE AWD Auto (26MY) is a 2026 model year Range Rover Evoque. 26MY – '26 Model Year,' meaning the vehicle belongs to the 2026 model year.' Ella May's former friend, podcast co-host and MAFS co-star Domenica Calarco weighed in, writing on TikTok she had to 'constantly block' the ads, before adding: 'Let's just say she's scammed me. I'm not ready to talk about it yet, but when I do this will all make sense.' Subsequent Tiktok videos probe further, questioning the motives behind why the business has been registered in NSW, rather than Victoria, where the business operates from. The giveaways are registered in NSW not as a lottery, but a Trade Promotion, for which entry fees cannot be charged. Discount Club Members are allocated entries to the giveaways as part of their monthly membership, or individuals have the option to purchase a one-off 'package' that grants them temporary access to the membership that includes 'free' entries into the giveaway. There are tiered package options, offering longer membership access and more giveaway entries plus other benefits, from the 'Chance' package, which grants purchasers a one-week access to the discount club and 15 entries for a one-off payment of $7.88, all the way up to the 'Fate' package, which grants two years membership to the discount club, 2000 giveaway entries, plus access to exclusive events and product releases. The club, which launched in 2024, has grown to over 80,000 members and an Instagram following of more than 16,000. The website states that it has handed out more than $200,000 in prizes since its inception, and the brand's social media appears to show photos and videos of past 'winners'. The shopping platform has over 50 brand partners offering up to 30 per cent discounts, offers, invitations to exclusive events and other 'perks'. Membership to the club, which starts from $8.88 per month, includes 25 'free' monthly entries into every active giveaway. Ella May calls the business venture 'a trusted, female-first club built around value, confidence and community. 'This isn't your typical influencer pivot. Ella has taken her platform and turned it into something that genuinely benefits her audience — combining real savings, exclusive perks and a growing sisterhood of women shopping smarter and winning bigger.'
NDTV
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
2025 BYD Seal Price Announced In India, Range Starts At Rs 41 Lakh
BYD, the electric car manufacturer, has announced the pricing for the 2025 Model Year (MY) BYD SEAL- luxury electric sedan in India. The prices for the 2025 BYD SEAL start at Rs 41,00,000 (ex-showroom), in the Indian market. Here are the features and specs you can expect from the 2025 BYD Seal. The BYD Seal made its debut on the Indian shore in March 2024. The brand now claims to continue to raise the bar with a host of enhancements focused on driving dynamics, cabin experience, smart connectivity and technology. With this announcement, BYD India also clarified its stance towards the Indian EV market and claims to manufacture innovation-driven products that resonate with evolving customer expectations. Also Read: Mahindra Thar Convertible Trims Discontinued; 2026 Facelift In The Works The BYD SEAL features a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) low voltage battery (LVB) offering significant benefits, including a six-times lighter weight compared to conventional low-voltage batteries, five-times better self-discharge consumption, and an impressive 15-year lifespan. Inside the cabin, BYD SEAL now comes standard with a power sunshade. A new silver-plated dimming canopy enhances the cabin's ambience. Also, the air-conditioning system has also been upgraded with a larger compressor capacity and an all-new module for air purification. The exact interior and exterior specs and features of the 2025 BYD Seal has not been revealed yet. However, the pictures suggest that the brand retains a lot of elements and appeal from the present day model on sale. Talking about the price and variants, it has three variants in the catalogue- Dynamic RWD (61.44 kWh), Premium RWD (82.56 kWh) and the Performance AWD (82.56 kWh) , priced at Rs 41 lakh, Rs 45.55 lakh, and Rs 53 lakh (all prices ex-showroom). The Seal is BYD's flagship car in the Indian portfolio and it competes with other cars like the- Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and BMW i4, available in the Indian market.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
BYD India launches 2025 Seal at ₹41 Lakh
BYD India has announced the launch of the 2025 Model Year (MY) BYD Seal electric sedan, with prices starting at ₹41 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated range includes the BYD Seal Dynamic (RWD) priced at ₹41 lakh, the Premium (RWD) at ₹45.7 lakh, and the Performance (AWD) at ₹53.15 lakh. The 2025 BYD Seal introduces several upgrades aimed at improving driving dynamics, cabin features, and connectivity. It continues to use a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) low-voltage battery (LVB) , offering reduced weight, improved self-discharge performance, and an extended lifespan of up to 15 years, the company said in a media release. Performance and technology The Performance variant debuts BYD's new Disus-C intelligent damping system, which adjusts suspension settings in real time based on driving conditions. The Premium variant is now equipped with Frequency Selective Dampers (FSD), technology previously available only in the top-spec model. The BYD SEAL retains the Cell-to-Body (CTB) and Intelligent Torque Adaptation Control (iTAC) technologies. The all-wheel-drive Performance version accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. All variants of the 2025 BYD SEAL now come standard with a power sunshade and a silver-plated dimming canopy to improve in-cabin comfort. The air-conditioning system has been upgraded with a larger compressor and an air purification module. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard across the range. Pricing The 2025 BYD SEAL Dynamic (rear-wheel drive) is priced at ₹41 lakh and comes with a 61.44 kWh battery pack. The Premium (rear-wheel drive) variant is priced at ₹45.7 lakh and features a larger 82.56 kWh battery. The top-spec Performance (all-wheel drive) variant, also equipped with an 82.56 kWh battery, is priced at ₹53.15 lakh.
