Overview
- Hyundai confirms the seven-seat Palisade will be sold only as a hybrid for the 2026 model year in Mexico, expanding a lineup that already includes Elantra, Tucson and Santa Fe hybrids.
- The drivetrain pairs a 2.5‑liter turbo engine with an electric system for a combined 334 hp and 353 lb‑ft, with company-stated emissions of 132 g/km CO₂ and AWD through a 6‑speed automatic.
- Mexico will get a single Limited Tech trim priced at 1,281,000 pesos, with a reduced exterior color palette to streamline production.
- Feature highlights include dual panoramic roof, dual displays, heated and ventilated seats in all three rows, seven airbags and 11 SmartSense driver-assist systems.
- Executives position Palisade Hybrid as a cornerstone of Hyundai’s local electrification strategy, targeting rivals such as Toyota Highlander Hybrid and signaling further hybrid additions in other segments.