Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade

First- and Second-Row Relaxation Seats

Long days melt away in the Palisade thanks to available Relaxation seats for the driver, front passenger, and second row. These seats add generous recline and deployable upper-leg support designed to reduce fatigue on extended drives. Whether you are crossing the bridge for an early practice or heading up the coast for a weekend escape, these seats transform time in transit into time to unwind. Hyundai paired the seating with a quieter cabin—laminated windshield and front side glass, refined powertrain tuning, and generous sound insulation—so conversations are easier, the audio sounds richer, and even third-row riders feel the calm. Add available second-row heating and ventilation, plus a third row with available heating and power adjustments, and comfort truly reaches every seat.

Hybrid Powertrain with Up to 329 hp

The first-ever Palisade Hybrid introduces a turbocharged 2.5-liter in-line four-cylinder paired with electric motors integrated into a six-speed automatic transmission. The result is an estimated system output up to 329 horsepower and up to 339 lb.-ft. of torque, engineered to deliver robust, confident passing power and smooth, quiet acceleration. Hyundai targets 30+ mpg on the highway and up to 619 miles of driving range based on internal testing, so daily commuting and weekend trips require fewer fuel stops. The hybrid model is projected to tow up to an estimated 4,000 pounds when properly equipped, and it features Stay Mode—monitoring the battery to permit extended use of HVAC and infotainment when parked. Families get capability, refinement, and efficiency in one compelling package.

HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive with Tow Mode and Terrain Modes

Available HTRAC® AWD is tuned for real-world confidence on wet streets, gravel pullouts, and snow-sprinkled grades. A multi-mode system with an electronic clutch actively manages torque between the axles, while the driver can select Normal, Sport, and Smart modes for everyday driving. When conditions change, Terrain modes—Mud, Sand, and Snow—optimize power delivery for the surface ahead. Tow Mode helps hold gears longer and reduce shift frequency, making it easier to maintain momentum with a trailer on steep or winding roads. Select trims also integrate a fascia-concealed, OEM tow hitch for a clean look. The result is a family SUV ready for Tahoe trips, coastal trailheads, or simply rain-slick commutes—equipped to handle more without drama.

Panoramic Curved Dual 12.3-inch Displays and Connected Tech

The Palisade brings a premium technology experience front and center. A panoramic, curved display pairs dual 12.3-inch screens for instrumentation and navigation, presenting key information in clear, glanceable formats. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, simplifying everyday smartphone integration, while an ideally placed wireless charging pad with an integrated cooling fan delivers up to 15 watts of fast charging. Connectivity continues with Bluelink® and wireless Over-The-Air updates that can enhance features and keep systems current over time. Hyundai Digital Key 2 lets you lock, unlock, and start the vehicle with a compatible smartphone or smartwatch, and share access with family. Available Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities and 100-watt-capable USB-C ports in every row ensure everyone’s devices are ready, and the available Bose® 14-speaker surround audio system delivers immersive, lifelike sound throughout the cabin.

Built-in Dual-Camera Dash Cam and Expanded SmartSense Safety

Safety is comprehensive—and it starts even before you drive. The Palisade debuts a built-in, dual-camera Dash Cam that can record while driving and, using vehicle sensors, automatically record when movement is detected while parked. Clips are accessible via the center display or the MicroSD card in the glovebox. The safety story continues with ten airbags including third-row side-curtain coverage, plus third-row seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters—rare protections in the segment. Hyundai SmartSense brings a deep roster of driver-assistance features including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Forward Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. Available enhancements such as a full-display digital center rearview mirror and Surround View Monitor further boost situational awareness in busy parking lots and tight driveways.