Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade

HTRAC All-Wheel Drive with Tow Mode and Terrain Modes

Hyundai’s HTRAC® AWD system is engineered to adapt in an instant, using active torque control to send power where it is needed most. Tow Mode optimizes shift points and holds lower gears longer to reduce hunting under load, boosting stability and confidence when merging or climbing grades. New Mud, Sand, and Snow terrain modes work in concert with the AWD logic to help you maintain traction on loose or low-friction surfaces. XRT PRO models integrate hardware that supports adventures far beyond paved streets, while all HTRAC® models benefit from the system’s broad torque distribution tuning and composed responses during straight-line acceleration, hill starts, and medium- to high-speed cornering.

2.5L Turbo Hybrid Powertrain

The first-ever Palisade hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with electric motors integrated into a six-speed automatic transmission, targeting up to an estimated 329 total system horsepower and up to an estimated 339 lb.-ft. of torque. This layout delivers ample low-end response for city driving with poised passing power on the highway. The hybrid’s architecture is engineered for an EV-like ownership experience in daily life, including a thoughtful Stay Mode designed to allow extended use of infotainment and HVAC while parked. With an internally targeted driving range up to an estimated 619 miles, the hybrid gives families impressive flexibility between fill-ups, without changing everyday habits.

Built-in Dual-Camera Dash Cam

In a first for Hyundai, the Palisade offers an available built-in Dash Cam with two cameras, capable of continuous recording while driving and automatic activation when the parked vehicle detects nearby movement. Video segments are accessible through the vehicle’s display or via the glovebox MicroSD card, making it simple to review an incident or save memorable moments from a scenic drive. Paired with the generous suite of Hyundai SmartSense features, the Dash Cam adds meaningful peace of mind whether your Palisade is cruising, parked at the trailhead, or waiting curbside at school pick-up.

Relaxation Seating for First and Second Rows

Available Relaxation seats in the first and second rows are designed to reduce fatigue during long drives. With generous recline and deployable upper-leg supports, these seats help you arrive refreshed. Second-row captain’s chairs with one-touch tilt-and-slide make third-row access simple, while the available power-folding, sliding, and power-reclining third row with available heating makes the far-back seats genuinely useful for adults. Thoughtful touches, like conveniently placed cup holders and 100-watt USB-C ports in each row, underscore the cabin’s focus on comfort for every passenger.

Panoramic Curved Display, Connectivity, and Digital Key 2.0 Premium

A panoramic, curved display seamlessly unites a digital instrument cluster and navigation system across dual 12.3-inch screens. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ simplify smartphone integration, while an available Bose® 14-speaker audio system surrounds all three rows in rich sound. Bluelink® connected services and wireless Over-The-Air updates help your Palisade remain up to date long after delivery. Hyundai Digital Key 2.0 Premium lets you use a compatible smartphone or smartwatch to lock, unlock, start, and share access, while Wi-Fi hotspot capability and Hyundai Pay® in-car payment technology keep your plans moving without juggling extra devices and cards.