Shop the 2026 Hyundai Palisade in Decatur, IL
Get to Know the Hyundai Palisade at Bob Brady Hyundai
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is a standout choice for families and drivers seeking a refined three-row SUV. With its fresh redesign, bold new light signature, and premium interior, the Palisade strikes the right balance between sophistication and practicality. Positioned as Hyundai’s flagship SUV, it competes with other top contenders like the Toyota Grand Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Ford Explorer—while delivering the upscale feel of a luxury brand at a family-friendly price.
New for 2026, the Palisade showcases a redesigned exterior, a completely refreshed cabin, and the first-ever XRT Pro trim, which brings a rugged, off-road-ready style with black wheels, added ground clearance, and red tow hooks. Inside, dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays bring cutting-edge style and convenience to the driver’s seat.
The complete trim level options are the following:
- SE
- SEL
- SEL Convenience
- SEL Premium
- Limited
- XRT Pro
- Calligraphy
If you are looking for a 2026 Hyundai Palisade for sale in Decatur, IL, visit Bob Brady Hyundai. We’d love to show you what the Palisade has to offer during a test drive.
Interior Review of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade features a well-appointed interior with a chic design, high-quality materials, and comfortable seating. All 2026 Hyundai Palisade trims, except for the SE model, come standard with eight-way power passenger seats, heated seats, and ventilated second-row seats. Child seats can also be installed easily in this midsize SUV thanks to the complete set of LATCH connectors. Additionally, tether anchors are easily visible and accessible.
The Calligraphy trim comes standard with Ergo-Motion driver’s seat and plush Nappa leather. Meanwhile, second-row bench seating is standard on the SE and SEL trims, comfortably accommodating up to eight people. However, you can pick captain’s seats in higher trims. This reduces seating capacity to seven. Regardless of the seating configuration you choose, everyone will be comfortable in the Palisade.
This Hyundai comes equipped with tri-zone automatic climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and the capability to update vehicle software over the air, eliminating the need to visit the dealership’s service department. The higher trims have 64-color ambient lighting, and all but the base model can be equipped with Hyundai’s phone-as-a-key system.
Behind the third row, the Palisade has 19.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Folding the rear seats gives you up to 86.7 cubic feet of space. The second row also has 43 inches of legroom, while the third row has 32.1 inches.
Exterior Review of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade
Although the 2026 Hyundai Palisade is a mainstream three-row SUV, it doesn’t appear to be one. The vehicle’s stylish, formal design would fit right in at a luxury dealership. There is a certain boxiness to the Palisade, but it is in a different way than the Santa Fe, with upscale features like satin silver accents and stacked LED taillights.
If you choose the new XRT Pro trim level, black wheels and accents replace the brightwork on the rest of the lineup. The XRT Pro also features a 1-inch lift, along with red towing hooks, to indicate its enhanced off-pavement capability.
Lower-trim models and the XRT Pro come standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, while higher-trim models are equipped with 20- or 21-inch wheels. A variety of colors are available for the 2026 Palisade, including:
- Abyss Black Pearl
- Creamy White Pearl
- Shimmering Silver Metallic
- Ecotronic Gray Pearl
- Cast Iron Brown Pearl
- Galaxy Maroon Pearl
Power and Performance of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade
A 3.8-liter engine, generating 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, powers the 2026 Hyundai Palisade. This power is delivered to front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive systems via an eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. All-wheel drive vehicles are an excellent choice for families living in areas with frequent snowfall.
Despite its size, the Hyundai Palisade drives like a minivan. You can cruise around town or tackle off-road trails with ease while driving this vehicle. Shifting is also smooth, and the transmission is quick, along with this midsize SUV’s confident steering and smooth brakes. Additionally, Highway Driving Assist can make long highway drives easier.
The 2026 Palisade can tow up to 5,000 pounds, and all-wheel-drive versions have a dedicated tow mode that holds lower gears longer. Standard on XRT Pro, Limited, and Calligraphy trims, Palisade’s rear bumper has a hidden integrated hitch. Trailer pre-wiring and trailer sway control are also standard features.
Key Technology Features
- 12.3-inch Touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Proximity Key Entry with Push Button Start
- Bluetooth® Hands-Free with Wireless Audio Streaming
- Onboard Navigation & Traffic Flow
Key Safety Features
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Following and Lane Keeping Assist
- Driver Attention Warning
Find Your 2026 Hyundai Palisade at Bob Brady Hyundai
The 2026 Palisade is a stylish, spacious, and well-built midsize SUV. Bob Brady Hyundai looks forward to assisting you with the purchase of your new Hyundai Palisade. See its incredible features in person at our Decatur, IL, showroom. We also offer some great specials and excellent financing options on the 2026 Hyundai Palisade.
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