We have grown accustomed to Hyundai and Kia making drastic design adjustments to their vehicles when the next-generation mannequin arrives. Such is the case with the brand new Palisade for the reason that a full-size SUV is an unlimited departure from its predecessor. The flagship household hauler with gasoline engines seems to be boxier and sits on 21-inch wheels that appear like an ache to wash, given the plethora of spokes.

The segmented lights at each end of the 2026 Palisade make us consider the pixel theme utilized to Hyundai’s electrical lineup, together with the not too long ago unveiled Ioniq 9. The large rectangles on the entrance are probably the daytime operating lights. Between them and the large grille are 4 rectangles, which we’re assuming are the primary headlights with the high and low beams. A skinny LED strip goes throughout the grille’s higher part.

Without offering numbers, Hyundai says the entrance overhang is barely shorter than earlier. The wheelbase is longer, so the space between the axles is longer than the outgoing machine’s 114.2 inches (2900 millimeters). The greenhouse stays as beneficent as ever, and there is nonetheless a twin sunroof, presumably for the higher-end variations.

The rear has a cleaner look because the exhaust is now tucked away beneath the bumper, whereas the wiper hides beneath the roof spoiler. Opposite to most Hyundai fashions, the taillights—which strongly resemble the entrance DRLs—do not prolong onto the tailgate. The HTRAC badge is lacking; however, absolutely all-wheel drive can be accessible for the second-gen Palisade.

The inside has additionally been given a whole makeover. There are twin 12.3-inch screens nestled throughout the dashboard, which nonetheless has all kinds of bodily buttons. We will simply see the separate local weather controls together with different buttons and knobs for the radio/multimedia, plus shortcuts to certain capabilities. The gear selector has been relocated from the middle console to the steering wheel column.

The outsized part between the entrance seats with 100-watt USB-C charging ports, cupholders, and a wi-fi charging pad is multifunctional. It may be raised to create a 3rd seat, so the brand new Hyundai Palisade can carry as much as 9 people. Photographs present the model for South Korea; the place drivers of the nine-seat variant can be allowed to make use of the bus lane.

The Palisade is the most recent Hyundai to drop the H badge on the steering wheel. As a substitute, the 4 dots denote the letter “H” in Morse code. It positive seems just like the steering wheel has been borrowed from the smaller Santa Fe. Elsewhere, round door handles remind us of a Chevy HHR, and there is refined ambient lighting to create a comfy environment.

Technical specs aren’t accessible; however, it’s been extensively reported that Hyundai will finally give the Palisade a hybrid powertrain. Anticipate full particulars to be disclosed within the coming weeks.