The All New 2026
Hyundai Palisade
The three-row SUV category is brimming with family-friendly choices, but the 2026 Hyundai Palisade takes things up a notch with bolder style, more technology, and—for the first time ever—a hybrid powertrain. Following a major refresh, the new Palisade is refined yet rugged, perfect for road trips, commutes, and everything in between. Inside, it remains one of the most spacious and upscale SUVs in its class.
Performance Features
There are now two engine options available in the 2026 Palisade:
- The standard 3.8L V6 engine continues with 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Smooth and confident, it’s well-suited for highway cruising and towing.
- New for 2026 is the turbocharged 2.5L hybrid engine paired with an electric motor, combining for an estimated 38 MPG and over 300 horsepower (official figures may vary). This new hybrid setup offers fuel savings without sacrificing performance.
Drive Modes include Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart, and Snow (available with AWD models). Towing capacity remains impressive at up to 5,000 lbs on properly equipped models.
Style and Technology
Hyundai redesigned the Palisade’s exterior with a more upright front grille, futuristic LED signature lighting, and new wheel designs across all trims. The look is commanding yet premium—no longer just practical, but a style statement.
Inside, the cabin has been further elevated with:
- Dual 12.3-inch displays (instrument cluster + infotainment)
- Over-the-air update capability
- Available Augmented Reality Head-Up Display
- USB-C ports throughout the cabin
- Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (no more wired-only systems!)
- Digital Key 2.0 with smartphone compatibility
With available heated and ventilated second-row seats, massaging front seats, and quilted Nappa leather, the Palisade now rivals luxury SUVs in comfort and materials.
Safety
Hyundai SmartSense is standard across the entire 2026 Palisade lineup. It includes:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning
- Highway Driving Assist 2 (on upper trims)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance
- Safe Exit Assist
- Driver Attention Warning
- Surround View Monitor and Remote Smart Parking Assist (available on higher trims)
The 2026 Palisade is expected to continue its Top Safety Pick accolades thanks to robust crash performance and advanced driver aids.
Trim Levels
There are five main trims in the 2026 Palisade lineup, including the new hybrid variant which is offered in select trims:
- SE: Well-equipped with 18-inch wheels, cloth seating, SmartSense, and dual 12.3-inch displays.
- SEL: Adds heated front seats, wireless charging, roof rails, and enhanced interior materials.
- XRT: Rugged design with blacked-out exterior accents, bridge-type roof rails, and 20-inch wheels—also available in hybrid form.
- Limited: Ventilated front and rear seats, panoramic sunroof, premium audio, and surround-view monitor.
- Calligraphy: The most luxurious Palisade yet, with massaging seats, quilted Nappa leather, woodgrain accents, and an exclusive exterior finish. Calligraphy trims now also offer a hybrid powertrain option.
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is bold, beautiful, and now more efficient than ever with its all-new hybrid option. Whether you’re carrying kids, cargo, or just looking to upgrade your drive, the Palisade has a trim to match! So check out the 2026 Palisade at Washington Hyundai in Washington, PA!