2026 Hyundai Palisade - Completely Redesigned

2026 Hyundai Palisade FAQ: Size, Price, Release Date

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade marks a significant redesign from the 2025 model, ushering in a new generation with substantial changes in appearance, powertrain, and technology.

Let’s delve into the key differences between the 2026 and 2025 models, highlighting the significant redesign that the new generation of Palisade brings.

• Exterior Redesign: The 2026 Palisade features a larger, boxier, and more rugged aesthetic, with bolder lighting elements, a longer wheelbase, and an increased overall length. This contrasts with the 2025 model’s more muscular but rounded proportions.
• New Powertrain Options:
  • The standard gasoline engine is replaced by a new 3.5-liter V6, producing slightly less horsepower (287 hp vs. 291 hp).
  • Introducing the First-Ever Hybrid Powertrain: The 2026 model brings a new level of innovation with its first-ever hybrid powertrain option. This advanced system combines a 2.5-liter turbocharged I-4 with an electric motor, delivering a powerful 329 horsepower and an estimated 34 mpg. Get ready to experience the future of driving!
• Luxurious Interior: The 2026 Palisade features a completely redesigned cabin, offering a new dash design, premium materials, and enhanced comfort. With available front and second-row ‘Relaxation’ seats, a panoramic curved display with dual 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and gauges, and enhanced passenger space, you’ll feel pampered on every journey.
• Enhanced Technology and Features:
  • Standard features now include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Hyundai Digital Key 2.0, and over-the-air software updates.
  • Enhanced Safety Features: The 2026 Palisade comes with a range of new safety features, including an integrated dual-camera dash cam, 10 airbags, and an enhanced SmartSense suite. These features are designed to provide you with a sense of security and peace of mind on the road.
  • Available amenities include a Bose premium audio system, a UV-C sanitizing tray, and a digital rearview mirror, all of which are new additions.
• New Trim Level: For 2026, a more off-road-focused XRT Pro trim is introduced, offering increased ground clearance, an electronic limited-slip differential, and terrain-specific driving modes.
• Pricing: The 2026 Palisade generally sees a slight increase in starting price compared to the 2025 model.

2026 Hyundai Palisade FAQ: Size, Price, Release Date

How big is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is slightly larger than the 2025 model. The new model features a longer wheelbase and overall length, measuring 116.9 inches in wheelbase and 199.2 inches in overall length. The width remains the same as last year’s model at 78 inches, and the height is now 69.5 inches.

How much does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade cost?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade has an MSRP of $38,935 for the base trim. Higher-end trims, such as the Palisade Caligraphy, will start at $55,600.

What are the available colors for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

Colors for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade include Abyss Black Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Creamy White Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Titan Charcoal Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Robust Emerald Pearl, and Earthy Brass Matte.

When will the 2026 Hyundai Palisade be released?

The Hyundai Palisade hybrid will be available for the first time this fall, in September 2025, and hybrids will arrive in late September or early October 2025.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Trim Levels 

2026 Palisade ICE Models – Here are the trim levels for the 2026 Palisade with gasoline engine: 

SE FWD – $38,935 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

SEL 7P/ 8P FWD – $41,440 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

SEL Convenience FWD – $42,870 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

SEL Premium 7P/ 8P FWD – $44,800 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Limited FWD – $49,270 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Calligraphy FWD – $54,060 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

SE AWD – $40,935 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

SEL 7P/ 8P AWD – $43,440 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

SEL Convenience AWD – $44,870 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

SEL Premium 7P/ 8P AWD – $46,800 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

XRT PRO AWD – $49,370 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine and 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

Limited AWD – $51,270 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine, 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission, and AWD

Calligraphy AWD – $56,060 MSRP with a 3.5L V6 GDI engine, 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission, and AWD

2026 Palisade Hybrid Models – Here are the trim levels for the 2026 Palisade with a hybrid engine: 

Hybrid Blue SEL 7P/ 8P FWD – $43,660 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Hybrid Blue SEL Premium 7P/ 8P FWD – $47,020 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Hybrid Limited FWD – $51,490 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Hybrid Calligraphy FWD – $56,280 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and FWD

Hybrid SEL 7P/ 8P AWD – $45,660 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

Hybrid SEL Premium 7P/ 8P AWD – $49,020 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

Hybrid Limited AWD – $53,490 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

Hybrid Calligraphy AWD – $58,280 MSRP with a 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl. Engine and 6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC transmission and AWD

In essence, the 2026 Palisade is a more modern, technologically advanced, and potentially more fuel-efficient SUV with a significantly different design philosophy and the exciting addition of a hybrid option. Test drive today at Spitzer Hyundai!