Denza B5 vs Hyundai Palisade

The Denza B5 starts from $74,990 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai Palisade opens at $76,500. That makes the Denza B5 the more affordable entry point by $1,510.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $82,489 and $84,150 respectively.

The Denza B5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Hyundai Palisade, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Denza B5 by roughly $7,410 in fuel alone.

Both the Denza B5 and Hyundai Palisade hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai Palisade packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Denza B5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Denza B5 stands out with Devialet audio that you will not find on the Hyundai Palisade. The Hyundai Palisade counters with heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Denza B5 uses a Petrol Turbo PHEV producing 400kW and 760Nm of torque, sent through a 1-speed auto to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.8 seconds.

The Hyundai Palisade responds with a Petrol making 245kW and 460Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels.

The Denza B5 has the clear power advantage at 400kW vs 245kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Denza B5 measures 4,888mm long on a 2,800mm wheelbase, 177mm shorter than the Hyundai Palisade at 5,065mm (2,970mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai Palisade generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 470L in the Denza B5 and 300L in the Hyundai Palisade, giving the Denza B5 a 170L advantage. The Hyundai Palisade seats 8 vs 5.

For towing, the Denza B5 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $456/year for the Denza B5 and $1,938/year for the Hyundai Palisade. That is a $1,482 annual difference in favour of the Denza B5.

Estimated annual total: $456 (Denza B5) vs $1,938 (Hyundai Palisade). The Denza B5 saves you roughly $1,482 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (Denza B5) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Palisade). The Hyundai Palisade has longer coverage.