2026 Hyundai Palisade Interior Features, Colors & Dimensions

Left: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather seating in Navy two-tone.-Right: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy in Robust Emerald.

The Spacious and Comfortable 2026 Hyundai Palisade Interior

The new Hyundai Palisade interior is roomy and well-appointed, rivaling those of luxury-brand competitors. This SUV receives a refresh for the 2026 model year, and we at McGee Hyundai of Barre are excited to introduce it to you. Explore our comprehensive guide to learn about the interior dimensions, features, materials, colors, and more. The 2026 Palisade seats seven or eight, and you can choose from a varied lineup of six trim levels. With so many options, there's bound to be something for everyone. When you're ready to see it in person, stop by our showroom in Barre, VT, for a tour.

Hyundai Palisade Interior Dimensions

The Hyundai Palisade is a spacious three-row SUV that is ideal for drivers with large families or folks with a lot of cargo to haul. Without a sunroof, the Palisade has 41.5 inches of headroom and 44.2 inches of legroom in the front. The second row boasts 40.7 inches of headroom and 43 inches of legroom. Third-row occupants get 37.8 inches of headroom and 32.1 inches of legroom.

Sunroof-equipped trims have 40.1 inches of front headroom, 40 inches in the second row, and 37.7 inches in the back row. The legroom dimensions remain the same, regardless of whether the vehicle has a sunroof.

With 181 cubic feet of total interior volume and 161.9 cubic feet of passenger space, the Palisade is built to handle carpools, road trips, and everyday errands with ease. When it's time to haul gear, you will have 19.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 46.3 cubic feet with the third row folded, and 86.7 cubic feet when both rear rows are folded flat.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather seating in Navy two-tone

Hyundai Palisade Trims

Palisade SEL Premium interior shown in black

Hyundai Palisade SE Interior

The Hyundai Palisade interior is well-equipped, even in the base trim. This model has cloth upholstery and seats eight occupants with second- and third-row benches. It comes with standard features that include a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, a six-way driver's seat, a Passenger Talk in-car intercom, Rear Seat Quiet Mode, and three-zone automatic climate control.

Hyundai Palisade SEL Convenience Interior

Upgrading to the SEL Convenience trim yields additional amenities. This Hyundai Palisade SEL interior boasts H-Tex-trimmed upholstery, an eight-way power driver's seat with two-way lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, and a seven-passenger seating configuration. You also gain access to a hands-free smart liftgate with an auto open feature, a sunroof, rear side-window sunshades, and wireless device charging.

Hyundai Palisade SEL Premium Interior

The SEL Premium also has a seven-passenger configuration and H-Tex leatherette seating surfaces, but as its name implies, it offers more premium amenities compared to the SEL Convenience. It upgrades to four-way lumbar adjustment in the driver's seat and heated and ventilated front seats. Other amenities include heated and ventilated second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and 64-color interior ambient lighting.

Hyundai Palisade XRT PRO Interior

The XRT PRO is an off-road-focused trim that cuts down on some of the interior bells and whistles, like heated and ventilated second-row seats, in favor of increased capability and adventure-ready features. However, this Hyundai Palisade XRT interior offers an enhanced Bose® 14-speaker premium audio system and a 115-volt power outlet. Most of its upgrades can be found on its exterior and in its performance.

Hyundai Palisade Limited Interior

The penultimate trim level for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade is the Limited. It features leather-trimmed seats, heated third-row seats for cold-weather comfort for all passengers, a power-folding/unfolding third row, and acoustic-laminated rear door side glass; an acoustic-laminated windshield and acoustic-laminated front door side glass are equipped in all variants. A dual-panel sunroof is introduced in this variant, as well.

Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Interior

When you want top-of-the-line perks, go for the Calligraphy variant. Standard comforts include premium Nappa leather upholstery, an Ergo-Motion driver's seat, leg cushion extensions for the front seats, and front- and second-row relaxation seat mode. A slew of innovations also comes equipped, such as UV-C sterilization lighting in the center console for your devices, a Head-Up Display, a built-in Dash Cam in the front and rear, and more.

Top: XRT-Pro seats shown in black - Middle: Limited interior shown in gray - Bottom: Calligraphy interior shown in brown

2026 Hyundai Palisade Specs

The refined 2026 Hyundai Palisade interior is not the only reason to consider this impressive three-row SUV. It is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 engine that produces a robust 287 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Fuel efficiency is impressive, too, with front-wheel-drive models scoring an EPA-estimated 19/25/21 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1 Switching to all-wheel drive changes the EPA estimate slightly to a maximum 18/24/20 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1 All variants use an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The Palisade SUV's cabin is commodious and full of excellent features, and its powertrain is efficient and dynamic. What's not to love? You can continue your research into Hyundai SUVs in our guide where we compare the Palisade to the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Top: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather seating in Navy two-tone - Bottom: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather in black

Hyundai Palisade Interior Colors

There are four interior color options for the Palisade, and their availability varies depending on the trim level you choose. The choices are Black, Gray, Brown, and Gray/Navy.

The base trim of the Hyundai Palisade can be had with a Black or Gray interior color scheme with cloth upholstery. The same is true of the Hyundai Palisade SEL Convenience and SEL Premium, but their upholstery is H-Tex leatherette. The XRT PRO comes exclusively with a Black interior. Meanwhile, the Limited boasts options for Black and Gray, both of which complement leather upholstery. At the top of the lineup, the Calligraphy has three color choices for its Nappa leather configuration: Black, Brown, and Gray/Navy.

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Hyundai Palisade Exterior Colors

The Hyundai Palisade is quite customizable. Between the six trims, four interior color options, and 10 available exterior hues, there are numerous possible configurations for this dynamic vehicle. The exterior color options are as follows:

  • Abyss Black Pearl
  • Classy Blue Pearl
  • Cast Iron Brown Pearl
  • Galaxy Maroon Pearl
  • Ecotronic Gray Pearl
  • Robust Emerald Pearl
  • Typhoon Silver Metallic
  • Titan Charcoal Pearl
  • Creamy White Pearl
  • Earthy Brass Matte

Not every trim has access to every color option. Please reach out to our friendly team today to learn more about the available shades for the new Hyundai Palisade for sale here in Barre.

Top: Palisade Calligraphy in two tone leather wrapped steering wheel-Middle: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy in Robust Emerald taillights. - Bottom: Available integrated front and rear dash cam
Top: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather seating in Navy two-tone - Bottom: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy with Nappa leather in black

2026 Hyundai Palisade Safety Technology

The Palisade comes with dynamic safety features that work hard to try and keep you and your passengers safe as you conquer the roads and highways in our region. The following technologies are standard:

  • LED Projector Headlights
  • Parking Distance Warning
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • Driver Attention Warning
  • Forward Attention Warning
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Safe Exit Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Rear Occupant Alert

These impressive systems nicely complement the comfortable Hyundai Palisade interior. Mid- and top-tier trims have even more comprehensive equipment, too, including a Surround View Monitor, Highway Driving Assist II, and Remote Smart Parking Assist.

Financing Your New Ride

When you partner with McGee Hyundai of Barre, you will receive fantastic customer service at every step. Our finance team works hard to provide competitive financing options to qualifying drivers. We can also help you decide whether to lease or finance your new Hyundai Palisade; leasing allows you to drive a vehicle with a low commitment and often more affordable monthly payments than financing.

The sales team at our Hyundai dealership is transparent and straightforward. We don't try to upsell you on trims and packages, preferring to focus on just what you want and need instead.

Whether you have further questions about the Hyundai Palisade interior or would like to schedule a test drive, we are excited to hear from you. The 2026 Palisade offers excellent value to drivers. Visit us at McGee Hyundai of Barre soon.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Hyundai Palisade Interior

How big is the interior of the 2026 Palisade?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade interior offers 181 cubic feet of interior space, 161.9 of which is passenger volume. With all seats up, this midsize SUV has 19.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Lowering the third row increases the capacity to 46.3 cubic feet, and folding the second and third rows unlocks a storage volume of 86.7 cubic feet.

Which 2026 Hyundai Palisade has eight seats?

The entry-level Hyundai Palisade SE comes standard with eight seats. The next level up, the SEL Convenience, and all remaining trims are equipped with a seven-passenger configuration. In the seven-seat cabin, the second row comprises captain's chairs. Visit us at McGee Hyundai of Barre to explore both layouts and determine which one better suits your lifestyle and needs.

How many interior color options are there for the new Hyundai Palisade?

There are four interior color options for the new Hyundai Palisade. For the SE, SEL Convenience, SEL Premium, and Limited trims, you can choose between Black and Gray. The XRT PRO trim is available in Black only, and the top-tier Calligraphy offers Black, Brown, and Gray/Navy choices. We invite you to check out the configurations we have available today.

Which Hyundai Palisade trim has the most luxurious interior?

The new Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy arguably has the most luxurious interior. It boasts premium Nappa leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front and second rows, a heated third row, front- and second-row relaxation seats, and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel. This trim also features a Head-Up Display, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, and a full-display digital rearview mirror with HomeLink®.


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1All figures are EPA estimates and for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle's condition.