Dialing up the sophistication for the 2nd-Gen flagship SUV
The Palisade cemented itself as the premium three-row SUV for Hyundai when it debuted for the 2020 model year. It garnered rave reviews for its space, interior refinement, and practicality. Big families flocked to it, along with its platform-sharing cousin, the Kia Telluride. The Palisade, however, has lived in the more attractive Telluride’s shadow in terms of sales. Now, the Palisade gets a full redesign, and it’s safe to say it’s a big deal with its more cohesive and refined styling, bigger interior, and upgraded tech.
The new Palisade is still very much a three-row family SUV, and it can haul up to eight occupants. It comes in six trim levels: SE, SEL Convenience, SEL Premium, XRT Pro, Limited, and Calligraphy. Prices start at $39,435 and go up to $54,560. All Palisades are powered by a 287-horsepower naturally aspirated V6. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional. EPA estimates are 18 city, 24 highway, and 20 combined for front-wheel drive models. With the towing package, the Palisade can pull 5,000 pounds and comes standard with Trailer Sway Control and trailer pre-wiring.
The Palisade’s wheelbase (the distance between front and rear wheels) is longer than the first-gen vehicle, and the interior dimensions are larger. Two trims that stand out in the set are the XRT Pro, a more off-road-leaning version, and the ultra-premium Calligraphy trim that offers a more upscale cabin. Primary competitors in the mid-size three-row SUV segment are the Toyota Grand Highlander, Honda Pilot, Chevrolet Traverse, Mazda CX-90, and the Palisade’s platform-sharing cousin, the Kia Telluride. Hyundai is offering a great lease deal in September on the new Palisade.
2026 Hyundai Palisade lease deal for September
Hyundai is offering a great lease deal for September on the 2026 Palisade SE for $409 per month for 36 months with $3,999 due at lease signing (excludes registration, tax, title, license, processing or documentation fees, insurance, and any emission charge). The offer is based on $3,999 due at lease signing (includes $369 first month’s payment and $3,630 capitalized cost reduction). No security deposit is required, and the amount due excludes official fees, such as taxes, tags, license, and registration.
You can also upgrade trims on this lease deal for an additional monthly amount. For example, the SEL Convenience AWD costs $509 per month with the same $3,999 due at lease signing and $0 security deposit. The lessee is also responsible for insurance, maintenance, and repairs. There is a $400 disposition fee due at the end of the lease except in CO, IN, IA, KS, ME, OK, SC, WI, WV, & WY, where the disposition fee is subject to the limitations of state laws. Mileage limit is 10,000 per year or 30,000 for the lease term. The lease offer ends September 30, 2025. Learn more here.
2026 Hyundai Palisade SE feature highlights
Standard features on the 2025 Hyundai Palisade SE FWD includes 18-inch alloy wheels, 235/65R18 all-season tires, LED projector headlights, LED DRLs, door handle welcome lights, automatic headlights, high beam assist, proximity key with pushbutton start, heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators, proximity key with pushbutton start, room for 8 passengers, 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation, Drive Mode Select, a 4.2-inch gauge cluster, dual automatic climate control, passenger intercom, sliding second row seats, dynamic voice recognition, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a Wi-Fi, a haptic feedback steering wheel, an anti-theft system, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
The comprehensive standard safety feature set includes blind spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic avoidance assist, parking distance warning reverse and forward, forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian/cyclist detection and junction turning/junction crossing/lane-change oncoming/lane change side/evasive steering assist/driver oncoming, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, driver attention warning, forward attention warning, parking distance warning forward/reverse, safe exit assist, rear occupant alert, high beam assist, highway driving assist, and nav based smart cruise control with stop & go and curve control.
The Palisade’s total passenger volume is 161.9 cubic feet. The front row provides 44.2 inches of legroom, the second row delivers 40.7 inches of legroom, and the third row has 32.1 inches of legroom. The generous cargo area provides 19.1 cubic feet behind the third row, 46.3 cubic feet behind row two, and 86.7 cubic feet with both rows folded flat. Every cargo dimension increases slightly over the last Palisade.
Final thoughts
The fully redesigned 2026 Palisade looks so refined, it appears to have skipped a generation to get here. The regal exterior and the ultra-modern interior combine to deliver one of the best values in the industry. The September lease deal makes the Palisade truly accessible. Before signing the lease agreement, review the costs due at signing, including taxes and registration fees, potential dealer costs, etc.
*Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle.
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