2025 Hyundai Palisade: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The biggest change for the 2025 Hyundai Palisade is that SEL Premium becomes a standalone trim, replacing the previous SEL with the Premium Package. This is otherwise a light-update year, with a few new standard features for the XRT but no redesign or powertrain change.

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About the 2025 Hyundai Palisade

1st generation (2020-2025), final year; the mid-cycle exterior and interior update arrived for 2023.

Hyundai positions the Palisade as its large, family-focused three-row SUV, combining seating for seven or eight with a smooth ride, a quiet cabin, and straightforward everyday controls. Its key advantage is the breadth of standard safety and infotainment hardware, while upper trims add comfort and materials commonly associated with luxury SUVs. It is aimed at families needing real passenger space without moving to a truck-based full-size SUV.

The 2025 lineup ranges from the eight-seat SE to seven-seat versions with easier-access second-row captain’s chairs. The Limited adds leather seating, heating and ventilation across all three rows, and premium audio, while the Calligraphy focuses on richer cabin materials, an upgraded driver’s seat, and parking assistance. The AWD-only Calligraphy Night Edition adds distinctive trim, and the XRT pairs rugged styling with a self-leveling rear suspension.

What changed, by category

Safety

The XRT gains front parking sensors and a surround-view camera system as standard equipment.

Tech

The XRT gains auto-dimming side mirrors as standard equipment.

2025 Hyundai Palisade specs and features by trim

Feature	2025 Hyundai PalisadeSE0 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeSEL79 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeXRT1 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeLimited1 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeCalligraphy5 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeSEL Premium8 in stock	2025 Hyundai PalisadeCalligraphy Night Edition2 in stock
Engine	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter	V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic	Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	AWD	AWD	FWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	19 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg
MPG Highway	26 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg	24 mpg
Horsepower	291 hp	291 hp	291 hp	291 hp	291 hp	291 hp	291 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft
Max Towing	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft	86.4 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	31.4 in	31.4 in	31.4 in	31.4 in	31.4 in	31.4 in	31.4 in
Seats	8	8	7	7			7
Doors	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Blindspot Sensors
Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Hill Descent Control
Lane Departure Warning
Park Assist
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Rear View Camera
360 Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
LED Headlights
LED Tail Lights
Memory Exterior Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Power Close Liftgate/Trunk
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Head-Up Display
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Smartphone Interface
Comfort & Convenience
115V Power Outlet
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Dual Power Rear Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Interior Ambient Lighting
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Memory Driver's Seat
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Rear Window Shades
Reclining Rear Seats
Remote Start
Third Row Seat
Ventilated Front Seats

How the 2026 Hyundai Palisade compares

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is a complete second-generation redesign. The headline change is a larger, boxier body and roomier cabin, joined by a new gas V6, the first Palisade hybrid, and much more standard technology and safety equipment.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest change to the 2025 Hyundai Palisade?

The biggest change is the new standalone SEL Premium trim. It replaces the 2024 SEL configuration fitted with the Premium Package, making that equipment set its own trim for 2025.

What did the 2025 Hyundai Palisade XRT gain?

The 2025 Palisade XRT gains front parking sensors, a surround-view camera system, and auto-dimming side mirrors as standard equipment.

Did the 2025 Hyundai Palisade get a new engine?

No. Every 2025 Palisade trim continues with a 291-horsepower 3.8-liter V6 and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Palisade redesigned?

No. The 2025 Palisade is the final model year of the first generation, and it carries over the exterior and interior updates introduced for 2023.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Palisade meaningfully different from the 2024 model?

Only in a few areas. The SEL Premium becomes a standalone trim, and the XRT adds parking, camera, and mirror equipment; the basic design, V6 powertrain, and most other trim equipment remain similar.

2025 Hyundai Palisade Reviews

What owners are saying about the 2025 Hyundai Palisade.

4.3

2025 Hyundai Palisade

(47 reviews)

5 stars (20)

4 stars (21)

3 stars (6)

2 stars (0)

1 star (0)

“Its very comfortable, has plenty of room inside, decent gas mileage, and overall a very nice vehicle.”

SMSean M.
2025 Hyundai Palisade FWD

“I am very happy with my Hyundai Palisade. The car rides so smoothly. I only have about 3000 miles on it so I can't comment on the continued reliability of the vehicle, although with the warranties they provide it's definitely a great purchase and it's a beautiful vehicle.”

KSKimberly S.
2025 Hyundai Palisade AWD

No rating

“Very impressed with our 2025 Palisade SEL Premium AWD. Has all the bells and whistles and then some. MPG is as stated by Hyundai (19-20 around town, 23-25 highway) on our recent trip to Florida from KC we averaged 25mpg at 72mph. Super quiet, great sound and comfort is second to none. Looking forward to keeping this vehicle for many years.”

GFGregory F.
2025 Hyundai Palisade AWD