Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade

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

For drivers who value year-round confidence, the available HTRAC® AWD system offers multi-mode control and active torque distribution between the axles. New Terrain modes—Mud, Sand, and Snow—help you tailor traction to changing surfaces, while Normal, Sport, and Smart modes optimize everyday response. Tow Mode is engineered to hold lower gears longer and reduce shift frequency under load, ideal when you are hauling a small boat or camper. Select trims (XRT PRO, Limited, and Calligraphy) even integrate a fascia-concealed OEM tow hitch to streamline setup. These systems were tuned for stability from straight-line acceleration to high-speed cornering and hill starts, delivering capability you can feel in Metro Detroit winters.

First- and Second-Row Relaxation Seats

Comfort is redefined with available Relaxation seating up front and in the second row. These seats provide generous recline and deployable upper-leg supports to reduce fatigue during long drives, game days, or road trips. The second row can be configured with captain’s chairs featuring one-touch tilt-and-slide functionality for easy third-row access. Available heating and ventilation amplify comfort through Michigan’s seasons, and available third-row power-reclining and heating mean the entire family benefits. Controls located in the driver’s seat area or cargo space let you orchestrate seat movements with ease when loading gear or settling passengers.

Built-in Dual-Camera Dash Cam

A first for Hyundai, the Palisade’s built-in Dash Cam brings peace of mind to daily driving and parking. The two-camera setup can record continuously while on the road and, when parked, can automatically capture nearby movement using integrated vehicle sensors. Access clips directly through the center display or transfer footage using the MicroSD card in the glovebox. From documenting your scenic Upper Peninsula drives to providing helpful video in unexpected situations, this factory-installed system is a smart, integrated safeguard you will appreciate from day one.

Hybrid Powertrain With Up to an Estimated 329 Horsepower

The first-ever Palisade Hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with two electric motors integrated in the transmission case, delivering an estimated system output of up to 329 horsepower and up to 339 lb.-ft. of torque. It is engineered to feel smooth and confident, with easy passing power and quiet operation thanks to laminated glass and comprehensive sound insulation. The hybrid also targets up to 4,000 pounds of towing capacity and introduces a Stay Mode function that monitors the battery while parked, allowing extended use of infotainment and HVAC—useful during tailgates, detours, or kid pickup lines near Waterford, MI.

Panoramic Curved Display With Dual 12.3-inch Screens and Bose® 14-Speaker Audio

Front and center, a panoramic curved panel integrates the digital instrument cluster and navigation display for a modern cockpit feel, keeping key information in clear view. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ simplify your smartphone setup, while the center console’s 15-watt wireless charging pad includes an integrated cooling fan to keep devices performing at their best. For the ultimate cabin soundscape, the available Bose® 14-speaker audio system surrounds all three rows with richly tuned audio. Rounding out the tech story are Bluelink® connected services, Wi-Fi hotspot capability with Alexa Built-in, wireless OTA updates, and Hyundai Digital Key 2.0 Premium for phone- or smartwatch-based access.