Check Out the 2026 Hyundai Palisade in Pharr, TX
2026 Hyundai Palisade in Pharr, TX, at Charlie Clark Hyundai of Pharr
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is back with commanding design, versatile functionality, and upscale comfort that makes it one of the most complete three-row SUVs on the road. From daily school drop-offs in Pharr to long-distance road trips across Texas, the Palisade brings effortless convenience, impressive power, and advanced safety every step of the way. With seating for up to eight, available HTRAC all-wheel drive, and a long list of high-end amenities, this row midsize SUV delivers where it matters most.
Offered in seven distinct trims – SE, SEL, SEL Convenience, SEL Premium, XRT Pro, Limited, and Calligraphy – the 2026 Palisade lineup covers a wide range of priorities. Whether you're looking for a family-focused ride or something with more premium touches and advanced safety features, there's a Palisade that fits your lifestyle. If you’ve been considering SUVs like the Kia Telluride, Toyota Grand Highlander, or other row upscale SUV options, it’s time to take a closer look at Hyundai’s flagship SUV.
Trim Levels and Feature Highlights
Each Palisade trim is carefully curated to offer a distinct blend of features and personality. Here's a quick breakdown:
- SE: Well-equipped with cloth seating, 12.3-inch touchscreen, LED lighting, rearview monitor, and SmartSense safety features.
- SEL: Adds power-adjustable seats, heated front seats, wireless charging, and a hands-free smart liftgate.
- SEL Convenience: Includes second-row captain’s chairs, 20-inch wheels, premium audio, Highway Driving Assist, and advanced driver aids.
- SEL Premium: Elevates comfort with leather seating, dual sunroofs, and ventilated seats.
- XRT Pro: Adds rugged styling cues, black roof rails, and exclusive exterior trim.
- Limited: Offers full luxury with Nappa leather, ambient lighting, head-up display, and Surround View Monitor.
- Calligraphy: Tops the range with exclusive badging, quilted leather, woodgrain interior accents, and Remote Smart Parking Assist.
Spacious Interior Built for Families and Comfort Seekers
Step inside the 2026 Palisade and you’ll find a cabin built to accommodate people and cargo without compromise. Depending on the trim, you can choose between seating for seven with second-row captain’s chairs or eight with a second-row bench. The cabin offers 155.3 cubic feet of total passenger volume, with generous dimensions in every row, including 44.1 inches of front legroom, 42.4 inches in the second row, and 31.4 inches in the third.
Standard comfort features include cloth seating surfaces, second- and third-row HVAC vents, rear seat quiet mode, and one-touch sliding second-row seats for easy third-row access. Moving up to higher trims introduces a long list of upgrades:
- Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel
- Ventilated Front and Rear Seats
- Eight-Way Power Driver and Passenger Seats with Lumbar Support
- Premium Nappa Leather Upholstery (Calligraphy)
- Ambient Cabin Lighting with Customizable Themes
The rear cargo space is generous as well. You’ll find 18 cubic feet behind the third row, 45.8 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 86.4 cubic feet with all rear seats folded. Add in underfloor storage, available power-folding third-row seats, and a hands-free smart liftgate, and you’ve got serious capability.
Exterior Design with Purpose and Presence
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade presents a bold, refined exterior that makes a strong statement from every angle. The wide cascading grille, vertically stacked LED headlights, and muscular body lines give it a commanding road presence, while subtle design cues vary across trims.
Standard features include LED daytime running lights, high beam assist, rear spoiler, and body-color door handles. Higher trims enhance the exterior with power-folding side mirrors, satin chrome exterior trim, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a dual-panel sunroof.
Available exterior paint options include:
- Classy Blue Pearl
- Cast Iron Brown Pearl
- Titan Charcoal Pearl
- Abyss Black Pearl
- Earthy Brass Matte
Additional color choices include Robust Emerald Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, and Creamy White Pearl, allowing buyers to personalize their SUV to match their lifestyle.
Performance: Confident Power and Versatility
Every 2026 Palisade gas model is powered by a 3.5-liter GDI V6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and SHIFTRONIC® manual shift mode. This powertrain delivers 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, providing plenty of confidence for merging, passing, and towing.
Front-wheel drive is standard, while Hyundai’s HTRAC all-wheel drive system is available on every trim for added traction and control. Drive Mode Select includes Comfort, Sport, Eco, Smart, and Snow modes, giving you flexibility for changing road conditions.
When properly equipped, the 2026 Palisade can tow up to 5,000 pounds and includes:
- Integrated Tow Hitch
- Trailer Sway Control
- Self-Leveling Rear Suspension (Available on Higher Trims)
EPA-estimated fuel economy remains competitive in its class, offering drivers excellent efficiency for a vehicle of this size and capability.
Technology Features
Hyundai loads every 2026 Palisade with intuitive technology to help you stay connected, navigate easily, and keep your passengers entertained. All models come standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation and full voice recognition capabilities. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatibility are standard, along with Bluetooth® hands-free functionality and dual front and rear USB-C ports.
Higher trims go even further with:
- Three-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
- Hyundai Digital Key 2
- Bluelink+ Connected Car Services
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode and Passenger Talk (Intercom System)
Drivers can also take advantage of Hyundai Pay for in-vehicle payments, wireless device charging, and remote access via smartphone for starting the engine, locking doors, and controlling climate settings.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety isn’t an option on the Palisade – it’s standard. Hyundai SmartSense® features come included across the entire 2026 Palisade lineup, and higher trims expand upon them to provide a more comprehensive safety suite. Standard features include:
- Forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Blind-spot collision-avoidance assist
- Lane keeping assist and lane following assist
- Rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist
- Driver attention warning
- High beam assist
- Rear occupant alert
- Safe exit assist
On SEL Convenience and above, you’ll also get:
- Highway driving assist
- Navigation-based smart cruise control with curve control
- Parking distance warning -- forward and reverse
- Surround view monitor
- Blind-spot view monitor
- Parking collision-avoidance assist
- Remote smart parking assist (Calligraphy)
All Palisade models are built with a reinforced safety frame, multiple airbags, electronic stability control, and tire pressure monitoring to give drivers added peace of mind.
Test Drive the 2026 Hyundai Palisade at Charlie Clark Hyundai of Pharr
Ready to upgrade to the new 2026 Palisade? Charlie Clark Hyundai of Pharr is your local destination for new Hyundai vehicles, and we’re proud to offer a full selection of trims and colors. Whether you're ready to test drive, order accessory items, or begin a streamlined purchase online, we’re here to help.
The 2026 Palisade vs the Competition
If you’ve been looking at vehicles like the Toyota Grand Highlander or Kia Telluride, the 2026 Hyundai Palisade offers more refinement, better standard equipment, and a longer warranty – all with Hyundai’s proven quality. With multiple trims to fit your needs, a powerful V6 engine, upscale interior design, and state-of-the-art safety features, this is one of the most complete row midsize SUVs on the road today.
Plus, with Hyundai’s industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, you’ll have confidence for years of family adventures.
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