2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro AWD

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro AWD is the brand-new adventure-ready trim in the fully redesigned Palisade lineup, bringing genuine off-road hardware to a three-row family SUV without sacrificing the comfort and technology that made the Palisade a segment standout.

Performance & Engineering

  • Engine: 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6
  • Output: 287 horsepower / 260 lb-ft of torque
  • Transmission: 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters
  • Drivetrain: HTRAC AWD standard and exclusive to XRT Pro
  • Towing: Up to 5,000 lbs with factory-installed tow hitch standard

Off-Road Capability

  • Differential: Electronic rear limited-slip differential for independent rear wheel torque control
  • Ground Clearance: Increased by 1 inch over standard Palisade for improved approach and departure angles
  • Terrain Modes: Dedicated Snow, Mud, and Sand selectable drive modes
  • Tires: 18-inch dark alloy wheels with factory all-terrain tires
  • Recovery: Front and rear recovery hooks standard for tow straps in demanding terrain

Exterior

  • Styling: Exclusive XRT Pro badging with blacked-out grille, dark exterior accents, and available matte finish paint options including Earthy Brass
  • Lighting: Full LED headlights with vertical daytime running lights
  • Liftgate: Hands-free smart liftgate with auto-open
  • Design: Boxy, upright silhouette with a commanding road presence and Land Rover-inspired proportions

Interior & Technology

  • Display: Dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic screen for the instrument cluster and touchscreen
  • Seating: H-Tex leatherette seats in black with heated front and second-row seats
  • Visibility: Surround View Monitor with forward view and off-road camera display
  • Lighting: 64-color customizable ambient lighting on door trim and center console
  • Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charging, and Hyundai Digital Key 2.0

Safety

  • Hyundai SmartSense safety suite standard
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Blind Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Downhill Brake Control
  • Built-in dual-camera Dash Cam standard