Hyundai’s all-new 2026 Palisade three-row SUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show on April 16. This new-generation flagship builds on the momentum of the outgoing generation, which enjoyed its best-ever sales year in 2024 – up 23 percent year-over-year. The new Palisade is bigger, better and goes further than its critically acclaimed predecessor — and its SUV competition.
“The all-new 2026 Hyundai Palisade showcases commitment to customer needs. With its bold design, tech that empowers, and enhanced comfort—including a reimagined third row—we wanted to offer a vehicle that truly meets the needs of today’s drivers,” said Olabisi Boyle, SVP, product planning and mobility strategy. “The introduction of a hybrid variant, alongside our robust internal combustion engine and the adventure-ready XRT model, ensures that every driver finds their perfect fit. This strategic approach positions Hyundai to excel in any market environment, driving our continued growth in the SUV segment.”
The Palisade’s all-new exterior and interior is bold yet refined, encapsulating a more-refined platform that delivers more space for people and cargo. A newly available hybrid powertrain and the introduction of Hyundai’s first XRT PRO model means that Palisade is ready to meet the needs of more families than ever before. It’s not just Palisade’s additional space, longer driving range and rugged ability that impresses; its infotainment, convenience, and advanced safety-system upgrades mean that this new model is more capable in every dimension.
The new Palisade displays a commanding, premium aura thanks to design worthy of a flagship SUV. The front presents a distinctive vertical LED daytime running light graphic and a horizontal center positioning light signature, conveying a wider stance while highlighting the bold grille, with active airflow shutters in the lower fascia. A horizontal hood line couples with a more upright A-pillar for a strong side profile. Even with this bold, upright appearance, a remarkable 0.31 Cd has been achieved, one of the lowest in the segment.