New Hyundai Palisade Review

A new Palisade Hybrid sets the scene for savings at the gas pump. This clever powertrain uses dual electric motors to help it produce 329 horsepower. The combined torque rate is an exciting 339 lb-ft of torque. Fuel efficiency is expected to provide a possible 620-mile driving range.

If you want to follow a powerful tradition, a 3.5-liter V6 cranks out 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Only regular unleaded is needed, which keeps costs down. Idle stop and go help reduce fuel waste during long waits.

Front wheel drive is standard for the maximum fuel efficiency on new Palisades in Goodyear. With H-TRAC all-wheel drive, you’ll enjoy a system that normally operates in a front-wheel mode. For troubling road conditions, it may alter itself to a 80:20 or 50:50 setup This system has driver-selectable Downhill Brake Control, a snow mode, and an AWD lock.

A new XRT Pro trim brings off-roading prowess to the lineup. You’ll know it by its rugged appearance and all-terrain tires. Additional drive modes and more ground clearance make trail riding more fun. You can try out Palisade performance features at your Chandler AZ Hyundai dealer, Earnhardt Hyundai San Tan.

Standing tall, the Palisade is a well-crafted muscular vehicle with handsome lines. LED lights include its running and position lights. For safety, it has heated side mirrors and automatic high beam assist. The SEL trim level wears machined wheels and roof side rails. Hyundai has made it easy to go with both a remote engine starter and a Proximity key. 

Hyundai starts the standard Palisade trim level ladder by providing the most important technologies you need in the SE entry level SUV.  Passengers perched on comfortable seats enjoy a quieter cabin with its acoustic laminated windshield.

The one-touch second-row gives riders easy access to the third row. The third row has a center armrest and reclining capability. This bench split-folds to allow for extra cargo space if you don’t need every seat.

The Palisade SEL has large comfortable captain’s chairs on the second row. The driver will appreciate an 8-way power chair and a power sunroof. Satin chrome door handles are among the fine details added to the cabin.

SEL Convenience trims have rear sunshades and acoustic side glass. It adds dual-zone automatic climate for the front row and a second-row automatic air conditioning system. The Hyundai Palisade SEL Premium in Chandler has leather upholstery, premium materials on the dash and doors, and an 8-way power passenger chair.

Hybrid trims start with the Blue SEL Premium. A large touchscreen and digital gauge cluster form an exciting cockpit panoramic display.  Available Driver Talk is a car intercom system. This lets parents talk to kids without turning around.

When it comes to what Chandler drivers like, the Palisade Limited and Calligraphy editions have it. Namely, front and second-row ventilated seats are standard. The Limited can brag about leather upholstery, Melange headliner, and numerous tech extras.

Stylistas love the premium Nappa leather in full color. Drivers appreciate the chair’s power thigh support feature. A wide dual sunroof lets in the light while rear side sunshades can keep the sun off of little faces. 

Ambient lighting dresses the door and center console. Palisade Limited owners can program it with their choice of 64 colors. Body-color wheel arches highlight the trim-specific wheels.  

Calligraphy trims are even more distinctive with a special grille, unique front and rear fascia, and distinctive door finishers. Puddle lamps welcome you to this luxury SUV and help you exit safely. 

Families won't stop to measure it, but they will be glad that passenger volume is 155.3 cu ft. The SE layout is 2-3-3, also available on the SEL Premium. The SEL and higher trims have a 2-2-3 layout with center captain’s chairs. The LATCH layout includes three full sets on the two back rows.

Cargo capacity is 18 cu-ft, growing to 45.8 cu-ft or 86.4 cu-ft. as the seats are folded. Second- and third-row power-fold capability is offered or standard, depending on the trim. Optional on the SEL, the hands-free liftgate is standard on the Limited and Calligraphy models.

When suitably equipped, the Hyundai SUV can tow up to 5,000 pounds. To assist with that, some trims have an auto-leveling rear suspension. Trailer sway control is standard across the lineup. Palisade Hybrids in Phoenix are rated to pull up to 4,000 pounds. For more information about Palisade specifications, talk to the knowledgeable folks at your Chandler AZ Hyundai dealership, Earnhardt Hyundai San Tan.

Hyundai keeps adding standards to its driver assistance list. These include useful alerts, steering assistance, and pre collision automatic braking. These systems watch the lane lines, the blind spot on the left and right, and the traffic ahead. The goal is to prevent accidents before they happen. It’s like having an assistant who is calculating speed, distance and other factors in real time.

Standards include warnings and collision avoidance-assist for forward collisions, pedestrians, the blind spot, rear cross traffic dangers, and lane keeping. Lane following assist is a helpful partner for the SUV’s Adaptive Cruise Control.

Available on certain trims, Highway Drive Assist adds more automation to assist your driving. A heads-up display and camera-based Blind View Monitor are exclusive to the higher trims.

Find out what Hyundai driver assistance can do for you! Take a test drive at Earnhardt Hyundai - San Tan.

Although we are located in nearby Gilbert, you are invited to think of us as your Chandler AZ Hyundai dealer. Customer satisfaction is our top priority.