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At a glance012026 Hyundai Palisade Luxury Hybrid AWD — verified post-November 2025 build022026 Honda Pilot EX-L AWD — removable 8th seat032026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE AWD — 8 passenger
Current position#1 in Edmonton#2 in Edmonton#3 in Edmonton
Recognized asEight-seat Canadian Luxury Hybrid AWD configuration; 540 L behind row three and 8.1 L/100 km combined estimateEight-seat Canadian EX-L with removable second-row centre seat, 635 L behind row three and 5,000 lb tow ratingEight-seat Canadian hybrid AWD configuration on 18-inch wheels; 586 L behind row three and 7.0 L/100 km combined
Best forFamilies prioritizing rear-occupant safety, four complete rear LATCH positions, a usable third row and hybrid efficiencyFamilies wanting flexible seven/eight-seat use, generous occupied-row cargo space and conventional AWD towing capabilityHigh-mileage families wanting strong efficiency, cargo room with all rows in use and a high calculated payload
Decision fitExact Canadian model year, trim, powertrain, drivetrain and seating layout resolved · Family fit must be verified with the intended occupants, child seats, stroller and luggage · Production date, door-jamb payload label and open-recall status must be confirmed on the assigned VINExact Canadian model year, trim, powertrain, drivetrain and seating layout resolved · Family fit must be verified with the intended occupants, child seats, stroller and luggage · Production date, door-jamb payload label and open-recall status must be confirmed on the assigned VINExact Canadian model year, trim, powertrain, drivetrain and seating layout resolved · Family fit must be verified with the intended occupants, child seats, stroller and luggage · Production date, door-jamb payload label and open-recall status must be confirmed on the assigned VIN
The verified-build Palisade Hybrid is the best overall family fit; choose the Pilot EX-L for towing, flexible seating and a conventional spare, or the Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE when fuel economy and calculated payload dominate. Price proper winter tires and confirm cold-start, heater and defroster behaviour during the test drive.