The All New 2026 Hyundai Palisade: Specifications & What’s New

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The 2026 Hyundai Palisade steps forward as a family-friendly SUV that blends comfort, capability, and modern tech.

Hyundai designed it to handle daily driving with ease while still offering the strength and space you need for longer trips or active lifestyles. With three rows of generous seating, impressive towing confidence, and a long list of premium amenities, the Palisade continues to stand out for its dependability and everyday practicality.

Explore the highlights and discover what’s new for the 2026 Palisade below.

New Features

Major Updates

  • Fully redesigned for the 2026 model year
  • Starts the second generation of the Palisade
  • Slightly larger overall, with a longer wheelbase
  • New, bolder exterior design inspired by Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 EV
  • More upscale, modern interior with higher-quality materials

Powertrain Changes

  • New Palisade Hybrid
    • More horsepower
    • Better fuel mileage than the previous gas-only setup

Trim-Level Highlights

  • XRT Pro (New & Rugged)
    • Raised suspension
    • Tougher styling
    • Off-road-friendly drive modes
  • Calligraphy (Luxury Focused)
    • High-end interior
    • Premium comfort and materials

Recognition

While the all new Palisade is still being reviewed, we share of highlights of what has been appreciated most our the prior year models including: 

 

Best Trim

Starting around $41,940 MSRP, we recommend the SEL Premium. This trim gives you the best balance of luxury-level features in comfortability and technology all at a sensible price. It feels close to the higher trim yet affordable. Highlights include: 

  • Engine: 
    • 287 hp 3.5-Liter V6 or the available 329 hp 2.5-Liter Turbo Hybrid powertrain (available on SEL, SEL Premium, Limited, and Calligraphy trims).
  • Seating: 
    • H-Tex® trimmed seats (simulated leather).
  • Digital Displays: 
    • Dual 12.3-inch screens (one for the touchscreen, one for the digital gauge cluster).
  • Convenience: 
    • Hands-free smart liftgate with auto-open.
  • Second Row: 
    • Available Captain’s Chairs for a 7-passenger layout or an 8-passenger bench seat.
  • Standard Safety: 
    • Full suite of Hyundai SmartSense features including Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC).

Trims Levels MSRP

  • SE: Starts around $39,435 MSRP
  • SEL: Starts around $41,940 MSRP
  • SEL Convenience: Starts around $43,370 MSRP
  • SEL Premium: Starts around $45,300 MSRP
  • Limited: Starts around $49,770 MSRP
  • XRT Pro (AWD Only): Starts around $49,870 MSRP
  • Calligraphy: Starts around $54,560 MSRP

Performance

Engine and Power (Gasoline Model)

  • Engine: Newly developed 3.5-liter V6 engine.
  • Horsepower (Estimated): Up to 287 horsepower.
  • Torque (Estimated): Up to 260 lb-ft of torque.
  • Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission.
  • Towing Capacity (Maximum): 5,000 pounds when properly equipped with trailer brakes.
  • Drivetrain: Two-wheel drive (2WD, typically FWD) is standard; HTRAC All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is available.

Engine and Power (Hybrid Model)

  • Engine: 2.5-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors.
  • Combined Horsepower (Estimated): Up to 329 horsepower.
  • Combined Torque (Estimated): Up to 339 lb-ft of torque.
  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission.
  • Towing Capacity (Maximum): 4,000 pounds with trailer brakes.

Ride and Handling

  • Suspension: Features advanced suspension technologies. Preview Electronic Control Suspension is available.
  • Steering: Includes Steering Wheel Grip Detection for driver control.
  • Driving Modes: Includes Drive Mode Select (Eco, Sport, My Drive) and Terrain Mode Select (Mud, Sand,Snow) for AWD models.
  • XRT PRO Trim: Available XRT PRO trim adds an electronic rear limited-slip differential (eLSD), all-terrain tires, and increased ground clearance for improved off-road capability.

Fuel Efficiency (EPA Estimated)

  • Gasoline FWD: 19 mpg city / 25 mpg highway.
  • Gasoline AWD: 18 mpg city / 24 mpg highway.
  • Hybrid FWD (Estimated): Targeting up to 34 mpg combined.
  • Hybrid AWD (Estimated): Targeting up to 29 mpg combined.

Speed

  • Edmunds Tested
    • Palisade Calligraphy: 60 mph in 8.8 seconds.

Technology

Infotainment and Connectivity

  • Display: Standard curved dual 12.3-inch displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment.
  • Smartphone Integration: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
  • Digital Key: Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium is standard, allowing use of a compatible smartphone or smartwatch as the vehicle key.
  • Audio: Available Bose® 14-speaker Premium Audio System.
  • Convenience: Wi-Fi hotspot with Alexa Built-in and Hyundai Pay® is available.
  • Updates: Over-the-Air (OTA) updates are available for maps and vehicle systems.

Driver Assistance and Safety Features (Hyundai SmartSense)

  • Smart Cruise Control: Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control (N-SCC) with Curve Control is available.
  • Remote Parking: Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) is available.
  • Dash Cam: Built-in dual-camera Dash Cam 2.5 with front and rear recording and 96-hour parking mode is available.
  • Driver Monitoring: Includes Forward Attention Warning.

Convenience

  • Charging: Wireless smartphone charging pad and 100-watt capable USB-C ports are available in all rows.
  • Shifting: Shift-by-Wire with paddle shifters is standard.
  • Climate Controls: Separate physical controls are retained for the climate system.
  • Sanitization: Available UV-C sterilization lighting in the center console for sanitizing small items.

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Appearance

Exterior Features

Design: 

  • Features a flagship presence with vertical LED signatures, a wider stance, and a new bold grille design. The vehicle is longer than the previous generation, with a longer wheelbase.

Lighting: 

  • Includes Vertical DRLs and LED projector headlights.

Wheels: 

  • New alloy wheel designs are available, including 21-inch options.

Interior Features

Seating Capacity: 

  • Available with seating for seven (captain’s chairs) or eight passengers (bench seat). Some models offer a convertible front center console seat for up to nine passengers.

Comfort: 

  • Features furniture-inspired design and soft-touch materials.

Luxury Seating (Available):

  • Relaxation Seats: Available for first and second rows, offering recline with deployable leg support.

Ergo-Motion Driver Seat: 

  • Available to help reduce fatigue.
  • Power-folding, sliding, and reclining third row.

Cargo Space:

  • Behind Third Row: 19.1 cubic feet.
  • Behind Second Row: 46.3 cubic feet.

Maximum: 

  • Up to 86.7 cubic feet with second and third rows folded.

Access: 

  • One-touch second-row access for easy third-row entry.

Sound Insulation: 

  • Acoustic-laminated glass is used for a quiet ride.

Safety

Safety Awards

Collision Avoidance (Hyundai SmartSense)

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA): 
    • Detects cars, pedestrians, and cyclists
    • Helps during left turns at intersections
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW): Alerts you when a vehicle is in your blind spot.
  • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA): 
    • Available. Can apply brakes to help avoid a collision.
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA): 
    • Standard. Can apply brakes when backing up.

Driver Assistance Features

  • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA): 
    • Gently steers the car back into your lane if you drift.
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA): 
    • Helps keep the car centered.
  • Highway Driving Assist (HDA): 
    • Helps steer, accelerate, and brake on highways.
  • Unresponsive Driver Assistant: 
    • Stops the vehicle if the driver becomes unresponsive.

Parking & Convenience

  • Surround View Monitor (SVM): 
    • Available for a 360-degree view.
  • Rear Camera Cleaning System: 
    • Automatically cleans the rear camera for a clear view.
  • Safe Exit Warning (SEW): 
    • Warns passengers if a car or bike is approaching from behind before opening a door.
  • Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (AROA): 
    • Alerts you if someone is left in the back seat.
  • Parking Distance Warning (PDW): 
    • Beeps when you get close to obstacles while parking.
  • Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (PCA-R): 
    • Brakes automatically to prevent backing into objects.

Airbags and Structure

  • Airbags: 
    • Equipped with 10 total airbags, which include a driver’s knee airbag and second-row side airbags.
  • Third Row Safety: 
    • Includes third-row seatbelt pre-tensioners and load limiters.
    • Tighten seatbelts during a crash and reduce pressure on the body.

Hyundai Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

  • 5 years or 60,000 miles

Powertrain Limited Warranty

  • 10 years or 100,000 miles

Anti-Perforation

  • 7 years/unlimited miles

24/7 Roadside Assistance

  • 5 years/unlimited miles

Complimentary Maintenance

  • 3 years or 36,000 miles

View Warranty & Extended Protection Plans: The Hyundai Warranty

FAQS

Q: What trim levels are available for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

A: The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is offered in six trims: SE, SEL, SEL Premium, XRT PRO, Limited, and Calligraphy.

Q: What is the starting MSRP for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

A: The 2026 Hyundai Palisade SE FWD has an estimated starting MSRP of $38,935 (not including destination charges).

Q: What engine options does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade offer?

A: The 2026 Palisade offers two powertrains: a standard 3.5L V6 engine and an optional 2.5L turbocharged hybrid system.

Q: How much horsepower and torque does the 2026 Palisade V6 engine produce?

A: The standard 3.5L V6 engine produces about 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

Q: What is the horsepower and torque for the 2026 Palisade Hybrid?

A: The available 2.5L turbocharged hybrid system delivers an estimated 329 combined horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque.

Q: What is the estimated MPG for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade V6?

A: The 3.5L V6 with Front-Wheel Drive is estimated at 19 MPG city, 25 MPG highway, and 21 MPG combined.

Q: What is the estimated MPG for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid?

A: The 2.5L turbocharged Hybrid is estimated at around 29 MPG city, 30 MPG highway, and 29 MPG combined.

Q: What is the maximum towing capacity of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

A: The standard V6 model can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. The hybrid model can tow up to 4,000 pounds when properly equipped.

Q: How many passengers can the 2026 Hyundai Palisade seat?

A: The Palisade seats up to eight passengers with the standard second-row bench or seven passengers with optional second-row captain’s chairs.

Q: What size infotainment screen comes with the 2026 Palisade?

A: A 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster come standard, combined in a curved display setup.

Q: What new convenience features are available on the 2026 Palisade?

A: New available features include first- and second-row Relaxation seats with leg supports, Digital Key 2.0 Premium, and an integrated dual-camera Dash Cam.

Q: Does the 2026 Palisade offer an off-road trim?

A: Yes. The XRT PRO trim is AWD-only and includes off-road upgrades such as a rear electronic limited-slip differential, all-terrain tires, and extra ground clearance.

Q: What driver assistance features come standard on the 2026 Palisade?

A: Standard safety features include Hyundai SmartSense with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise Control, and ten airbags.

Q: Does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade include a full-size spare tire?

A: No. The 2026 Palisade does not offer a full-size spare tire.

Q: What warranty coverage comes with the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

A: Warranty coverage includes a 5-year/60,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, a 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, and 3 years/36,000 miles of additional coverage (such as adjustments or basic maintenance depending on dealer program).

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