Hyundai has been offering high-quality, affordable, yet surprisingly luxurious vehicles to the world for quite some time now. The Palisade is simply one of the most recent options. First debuting as a 2020 model, the Palisade offers plenty of space, a style that evokes what we’re used to seeing from some American automakers, and a lot more. What should buyers expect from the current model?

Lots of Space

We’ll start with what’s probably the most obvious – space. This is a mid-sized vehicle masquerading as a full-sized SUV and replaced the Santa Fe XL. As such, it delivers ample room for passengers and cargo inside. So whether you’re headed to a business lunch or the soccer field, there’s space to spare.

Three Rows

The Palisade offers three rows of seating with enough actual space for eight people (when equipped correctly) to ride in the SUV. All three rows are comfortable and supportive, even on longer drives. Yes, you read that correctly – seating for eight in a mid-sized SUV.

Enough Room for Grownups

One helpful note about the current Palisade is that the SUV wasn’t designed for children. Sure, there’s child-friendly tech here, but the SUV itself is sized for adults. That means even in the third row, which is traditionally suited for small children only, adults will find plenty of comfort.

Plenty of Power and Performance

Another thing that will please many buyers is that the Palisade offers more power than what you’ve seen from most other Hyundai models. The engine is a 3.8-liter V6 that produces nearly 300 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It’s paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that offers silky-smooth shifting. Interestingly, the Palisade also delivers plenty of towing capability (up to 5,000 pounds).

One Engine is All You Need

The Hyundai Palisade only has one engine option, but it’s a 3.8-liter GDI V6 with 291 horses. In spite of that, this SUV comes in with fuel economy at 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. It goes from 0 to 60 in approximately 6.9 seconds and has a stopping distance of 182 feet at 70 mph. Why would you need anything else?

Three Trim Choices

You’ll find three trim levels offered on the current Palisade model. These include the base SE trim, the mid-level SEL trim, and the high-end Limited trim. Each brings something unique to the table. · SE: You get the basics, plus things like heated mirrors and parking sensors. Hyundai also offers a push-button ignition and integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. · SEL: The SEL brings additional features like a roof rack, keyless entry, and a leather steering wheel. You can also upgrade the second-row bench to captain’s chairs. · Limited: The highest-level trim comes with all the features of the previous levels, plus a dual sunroof and tech features like rain-sensing wipers, leather seats, and a Harman Kardon audio system.

Hyundai Palisade Belongs on Everyone's Short List

The 2020 Hyundai Palisade offers a lot of everything you need to suit your family’s lifestyle. With the variety of trim choices and all of the available features, this is a car that belongs on everyone's short list. Test drive one today.