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Additionally, we answer audience questions about CR's Reliability and Owner Satisfaction surveys and offer tips to avoid deceptive sales tactics at the dealership.   Test results here:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Exclusive CR discount for Talking Cars viewers:  https://www.consumerreports.org/jointalkingcars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YTT4?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Submit a Question to Talking Cars:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/cars-driving/talking-cars-podcast-archive-a1439738009/?EXTKEW=YSOCIAL_YT Hyundai Palisade Overview:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/palisade/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Find the Best SUV:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT 2025 Hyundai Palisade:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/palisade/2025/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT 9 Hybrids That Save You the Most Money on Gas:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/hybrids-that-save-you-the-most-money-on-gasoline-a1199235608/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Most and Least Loved Car Brands:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/most-and-least-liked-car-brands-a1291429338/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Who Makes the Most reliable New Cars?:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/who-makes-the-most-reliable-cars-a7824554938/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT CR Guide: Car Buying & Pricing:  https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-buying-and-pricing/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   SHOW NOTES: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - What we LOVE about the 2026 Hyundai Palisade 12:35 - What we DISLIKE about the 2026 Hyundai Palisade 21:26 - Question #1: Are CR-members biased toward Toyotas? 26:27 - Question #2: What's the best way to navigate a 'bait-and-switch' scenario when purchasing a vehicle?"},"annotations":[{"startTime":22.2,"endTime":30.7,"type":"term","title":"8-speed automatic transmission","url":"/glossary/8-speed-automatic-transmission-874aebec-28a2-48f5-847d-e853f0f1f3d5","quote":"...the only powertrain currently, 8-speed automatic, total MSRP $58,195...","canonicalId":"term:8-speed-automatic-transmission-874aebec-28a2-48f5-847d-e853f0f1f3d5","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"An 8-speed automatic transmission allows for smoother shifting and better fuel efficiency by providing more gear ratios for the engine to operate in.","simplifiedExplanation":"An 8-speed automatic transmission helps the car change gears smoothly and can make it more efficient with fuel."}},{"startTime":22.2,"endTime":30.7,"type":"term","title":"V6 engine","url":"/glossary/v6-engine","quote":"...the only powertrain currently, 8-speed automatic, total MSRP $58,195...","canonicalId":"term:v6-engine","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"A V6 engine is a six-cylinder engine arranged in a V configuration, which provides a good balance of power and efficiency, commonly used in SUVs and cars.","simplifiedExplanation":"A V6 engine has six cylinders arranged in a V shape. 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How much you pay depends on your credit score and the deal you get."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Consumer Reports","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/2026-hyundai-palisade/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}