2026 Hyundai Palisade: Features, Interior, & Tech

All-New Palisade

Design • Interior • Technology • Safety • Trims • Hybrid

More space, sharper style, and smarter features. Choose the refined V6 or available hybrid, add XRT PRO hardware when adventure calls.

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Design

Flagship presence with everyday ease. Vertical LED signatures and a wider stance deliver confidence with wind-tuned efficiency.

2026 Hyundai Palisade three-quarter front with vertical DRLs and wide grille at McDonough Hyundai

Now longer with an extended wheelbase, Palisade improves access and stability. A bold grille with active aero and a signature D-pillar complete the upscale look.

  • Vertical DRLs and broad grille with active airflow shutters
  • Horizontal hood and upright A-pillar for a planted silhouette
  • Premium finishes and crisp surfacing throughout
  • Quiet, composed cruising thanks to refined aerodynamics

Designed to turn heads and make every mile easier.

Side profile of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade with upright stance at McDonough Hyundai

Clean proportions meet real-world practicality, sleek without trying too hard.

  • Sculpted sides with confident character lines
  • Elegant lighting details front and rear

Interior

A refined lounge for up to eight. Furniture-inspired design, soft-touch materials, and flexible seating make every trip feel first-class.

Available Relaxation seats in rows one and two recline with deployable leg support. Optional captain’s chairs feature one-touch tilt and slide for easy third-row access, while a power-folding third row helps maximize cargo.

  • Available Relaxation seats with recline and leg support
  • Power-folding, sliding, and reclining third row with available heat
  • USB-C in every row with plentiful cupholders
  • Up to 46.3 cu. ft. with the third row folded

Space that adapts to your day and your people.

Relaxation seats reclined inside the 2026 Hyundai Palisade at McDonough Hyundai
Second-row captain’s chairs and third row in premium leather inside a Palisade at McDonough Hyundai

Ambient lighting, clever storage, and an available UV-C sanitizing tray elevate everyday convenience.

  • One-touch second-row access for hassle-free entry
  • Flat load floor for strollers, gear, and luggage
  • Available Ergo Motion driver seat to help reduce fatigue

Technology

Advanced, not complicated. Your phone becomes the key, updates happen over the air, and the cabin sounds incredible.

Digital Key 2.0 Premium lets you unlock and start with a compatible phone or smartwatch. A 14-speaker Bose system immerses the cabin, while OTA updates keep features fresh automatically.

  • Digital Key 2.0 Premium phone and watch access
  • Built-in Cam 2.5 with front and rear recording plus parking mode
  • OTA updates for maps and vehicle systems
  • Wi-Fi hotspot with Alexa Built-in and Hyundai Pay
  • Wireless charging and dual 12.3-inch displays

Smart tech that works quietly in the background.

Panoramic display and center controls in the 2026 Hyundai Palisade at McDonough Hyundai
Digital cluster and infotainment with skyline view at McDonough Hyundai

Clear visuals, intuitive controls, and helpful conveniences reduce distraction and add peace of mind.

  • Curved dual 12.3-inch screens with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Rear Camera Cleaning System for consistent visibility
  • Fingerprint Authentication for quick, secure access

Safety

Protection that is proactive. A generous SmartSense suite and 10 airbags including driver’s knee and second-row side help watch out for everyone on board.

From Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist to Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Palisade layers driver assistance to help make every drive feel more relaxed.

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance
  • Safe Exit Assist and Lane Following Assist
  • Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Reverse and Remote Smart Parking
  • Third-row seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters

Confidence from driveway to highway.

Rear view of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade with distinctive tail lamps at McDonough Hyundai

Performance

Smooth power for the week, extra capability for the weekend. Pick the refined V6 or the new hybrid for strong response and impressive efficiency.

The standard 3.5L V6 makes confident power for merging and passing. The available 2.5L turbo hybrid targets excellent efficiency and long range, great for big plans and fewer stops.

  • 3.5L V6: up to 5,000-lb towing on ICE models
  • 2.5L Turbo Hybrid: up to 4,000-lb towing on HEV models
  • Preview Electronic Control Suspension for ride comfort
  • Drive and Terrain Modes: Auto, Mud, Sand, Snow

Refined on-road manners with genuine getaway potential.

Open tailgate of a 2026 Hyundai Palisade being loaded, at McDonough Hyundai

XRT PRO: Adventure-Ready

Trail hardware, showroom polish. XRT PRO adds clearance, traction tech, and tough design details.

XRT PRO presence with rugged cues on the 2026 Hyundai Palisade at McDonough Hyundai

With an electronic rear limited-slip differential and all-terrain tires, XRT PRO is engineered for the scenic route. Real-time pitch and roll displays plus terrain modes help you read the path ahead.

  • Raised ground clearance with improved approach and departure angles
  • Exclusive 18-inch dark-finish alloys with canyon-red recovery hooks
  • Mud, Sand, and Snow modes with HTRAC AWD
  • Bose 14-speaker audio, H-Tex leatherette, power moonroof

Ready for dirt, still great on the daily run.

Trims

Find your fit, elegant and serene or rugged and road-trip ready. Every Palisade feels premium.

  • SE and SEL: modern essentials with spacious three-row versatility
  • Limited and Calligraphy: elevated finishes and serene details
  • XRT PRO: factory off-road hardware and terrain modes
  • Hybrid models: powerful, efficient, and smooth

Features vary by trim and may change without notice.

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