Always Travel In Comfort With The All-New 2026 Hyundai PALISADE & PALISADE Hybrid

From its excellent driving qualities to its luxurious cabin features, the 2026 Hyundai PALISADE was built with your family’s comfort in mind. Visit HyundaiUSA.com to learn more and experience all the convenience offered by this new SUV.

It’s true what they say—you can’t judge a book by its cover, and in this case, you can’t judge an SUV by its MSRP¹. With the 2026 Hyundai PALISADE starting MSRP below $40k and the PALISADE Hybrid starting MSRP just north of $44k, you may be surprised by just how luxurious the 2026 PALISADE lineup is. From its expansive interior and convenient three-row seating setup to standard features like three-zone automatic climate control and second-row automatic HVAC controls, the 2026 PALISADE is laden with numerous comfort-enhancing features. That then begs the question: what else is simmering below the surface (or in this case, through the rest of the 2026 PALISADE lineup)?

What Are Some Must-Have Comfort Features On The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE?

Aside from available heated first- and second-row seats and available ventilated seating, other desirable comfort features appear as you move into the upper trim levels. For example, shoppers who want to extend individual, front-seat comfort to the second row can replace the second-row bench with available captain’s chairs. Unlike second-row bench seating, captain’s chairs offer additional comfort to passengers in the second row thanks to the following key features:

2026 Hyundai PALISADE: Second-Row captain’s chairs

• Individual Power-Adjustable Seating Available on Calligraphy Trim
• One-Touch Second-Row Tilt-And-Slide Functionality for Easy Third-Row Access
• Available Heating and Ventilation
• Armrests

The PALISADE Limited and Calligraphy trims both extend heating to the third-row seats and feature an Integrated Memory System (IMS). This feature enables the PALISADE to store and recall your preferred driver’s seat position and outside rear-view mirror positions, ensuring consistency on every drive. And, conveniently, you can control both the second- and third-row seats from the touchscreen or from the rear cargo area, making passenger pickup and cargo loading simple and straightforward.

The lineup-topping PALISADE Calligraphy also features premium Nappa Leather seating surfaces and Relaxation Seat Mode for the front- and second-row seats. Designed to maximize comfort, Relaxation Seat Mode is a fairly new feature that’s found in only a handful of Hyundai models to date. Here’s a brief breakdown of what it does:

2026 Hyundai PALISADE: Relaxation Seat Mode

While parked, Relaxation Seat Mode can be engaged with the press of a button, and moves the seat into a position that offers:

• A reduced load on the lower back and hips
• A 25% decrease in maximum body pressure as compared to ordinary seating positions

How Comfortable Is The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE To Drive?

The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE is a very comfortable SUV to drive for several stand-out reasons, all of which come down to meticulous engineering and the thoughtful inclusion of features such as:

• Acoustic Laminated Glass 
• MacPherson Strut Front Suspension  
• Available Heated 1st, 2nd & 3rd Row Seats 
• Available Relaxation Seat Mode 
• Available 2nd-Row captain’s chairs 
• Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension 
• Standard Shift-By-Wire  
• Standard Paddle Shifters

The windshield and front door side windows are made of acoustic laminated glass, which insulates the temperature-controlled interior from distracting external noise. Complementing this, the MacPherson strut front suspension, equipped with coil springs, absorbs shock and provides excellent handling. Meanwhile, the independent multi-link rear suspension allows each wheel to move separately, helping to provide a smooth ride even on rough roads. Finally, you can use the standard paddle shifters to fluidly switch gears, optimizing your driving experience.

What Is Bluelink+ & How Can I Use It On The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE?

Bluelink+² comes standard with the 2026 Hyundai PALISADE and provides you with seamless remote access to your vehicle through the MyHyundai with Bluelink app. You can use this app through your smartphone or watch, and it unlocks features such as:

With On-Demand Diagnostics and Alerts, you can quickly schedule service with your preferred Hyundai dealer through the push of a button, and Remote Car Finder ensures that you’ll never again worry about misremembering where you parked! And of course, stepping into a cabin that’s as cold or as warm as the outside world is a thing of the past, thanks to Remote Start with Climate Control. With just a few taps on the Bluelink+ app, you can warm or cool your cabin to your desired temperature, ensuring a comfortable drive from start to finish.

What Are Some Stand-Out Tech Features Found On The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE?

Finally, from Wireless Device Charging⁶ to the Hyundai Digital Key 2, the 2026 Hyundai PALISADE offers a host of value-adding technologies. Here are a few stand-outs: 

In particular, the newly available front- and rear-integrated Dash Cam system provides value that can’t be measured in dollars and cents, as it goes a step further and offers additional convenience and peace of mind. Let us show you how.

Front- And Rear-Integrated Dash Cam

Whether you want information to improve your own driving or a reliable witness in case of an accident, the front- and rear-integrated Dash Cam system has your back. This feature is standard on the lineup-topping PALISADE Calligraphy, and is capable of recording while you’re driving or parked. You can activate it manually with a button when you start your drive, or use the infotainment system in the PALISADE Calligraphy to set your preferred recording settings. This system comes with/is capable of:

• Front and Rear 2K high-resolution, wide-view cameras
• 64 gigabyte removable micro SD storage card located in the glovebox
• Continuous recording while driving
• Parking surveillance mode records only when the PALISADE Calligraphy detects motion

If 64 gigabytes of storage is insufficient for your purposes, you can upgrade to 512 gigabytes simply by opting for a larger card. You can view all footage on the standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, and each recording contains the following information: 

• Your GPS position 
• Time of day 
• The gear you were in at the time of recording
• Whether your turn signal was on at the time of recording
• Shock levels involved (in the event of an accident)

Drive In Comfort & Explore Convenience With The 2026 Hyundai PALISADE!

When you choose a 2026 PALISADE, you’ll immediately note how comfort and convenience were prioritized during its design. From its superb driving qualities and interior cabin features to its value-adding technologies and the convenience offered by Bluelink+, the 2026 PALISADE was masterfully engineered with a shopper-first mindset. Visit HyundaiUSA.com to learn more and experience all the comfort and convenience offered by this mid-size SUV.

1. MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title, and license fees. Freight charges and actual dealer prices may vary.
2. Bluelink+ is available to original purchasers and lessees of new 2023 IONIQ 6 and new 2024 or newer Bluelink-equipped Hyundai models. Not available on all models and trims. Bluelink+ requires an active Bluelink account subject to the Connected Services Terms and Conditions. Bluelink features vary by model and trim. Only use Bluelink features and corresponding devices when safe to do so. Cellular and GPS coverage is required. Fees apply for map and multimedia over-the-air (OTA) updates after an initial three-year period of complimentary updates. Three-year term starts from the new vehicle date of first use. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. Bluelink services rely on digital wireless telecommunications technology outside of Hyundai’s control. Bluelink is dependent on 4G LTE cellular networks controlled and maintained by third-party wireless carriers. If and when these networks change and/or discontinue service, or the underlying technology required to support Bluelink becomes obsolete, then the connected services will not work and Hyundai will be forced to cancel impacted subscription services.
3. The SOS Emergency Assistance feature is subject to adequate cellular coverage, signal strength, and vehicle battery power, and is only available in the 50 United States. Feature requires an active Bluelink account subject to the Connected Services Terms and Conditions. Other limitations apply. Contact your local Hyundai dealer for details.
4. Smartphone GPS location must be within 1-mile radius of vehicle’s location to display searched location.
5. Digital smartphone key requires a compatible smartphone and an appropriately equipped Hyundai vehicle. Not all smartphones are compatible. Hyundai vehicle must be equipped with smart key with push button start, wireless device charging, and Audio Video Navigation System 5.0 (or newer) or Display Audio 2.0. Tap to lock/unlock function works on front doors only. Requires MyHyundai with Bluelink app and active Bluelink account. Please visit www.MyHyundai.com for information on compatible devices. Features and specifications subject to change. See your Owner’s Manual for additional details and limitations.
6. Qi wireless charging function is based on smartphone compatibility and/or specific accessory cases.
7. Available on Limited and Calligraphy trims only. UV-C Sterilization Compartment (“Compartment”) can remove up to 99.9% of germs from the exposed surface of an object. Efficacy varies depending on the size and shape of the object being disinfected and the object’s degree of exposure to UV-C light. For best results, change the position of the object and repeat the disinfection process. Turn off the UV-C function when not in use. Compartment emits ultraviolet rays which may be harmful to skin and eyes and should not be used by children. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays may result in discoloration or deformity of objects. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations.
8. The legality of recording, storing and using videos and/or audio recordings from the Dash Cam depends on the laws and regulations applicable in the jurisdiction where you operate the vehicle. The user is solely responsible for consulting and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. Hyundai does not have access to any recordings or data gathered via the Dash Cam. Several factors can impact Dash Cam performance and the Dash Cam may not record in all situations. The driver should not control the Dash Cam while driving. See your Owner’s Manual for additional details and limitations.

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