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