2026 · Three-row SUV

Hyundai Palisade: stopping, space, visibility and safety, measured

The all-new second-generation Palisade, with a 287-hp V6 or a new 329-hp turbo hybrid.

Figures are for the Palisade Calligraphy AWD (2 trims in the catalog, listed below). Last checked Oct 24, 2026.

Open the Palisade in the 3D lab

Where it stands among midsize and three-row SUVs

#1 of 13Large suitcases, packed: 8
#6 of 11Braking 70–0 mph, tested: 175 ft
#7 of 13Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction: 362 ft
#3 of 13Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver: 23 ft
#1 of 13Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in: +9.6 in
#3 of 7Cabin sound at 70 mph: 67 dBA
#7 of 13Starting price, this trim: $58,160

Ranked against the default trim of every midsize and three-row SUV in the catalog that has the figure.

At a glance

Starting price, this trim	$58,160PublishedHyundai
Powertrain	3.5 L Atkinson-cycle V6 with port and direct injection, 12.3:1 compression · HTRAC AWD (electronically controlled rear coupling)
0–60 mph, tested or claimed	8.0 sTestedCar and Driver
Braking 70–0 mph, tested	175 ft (53.3 m)TestedCar and Driver
EPA combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)PublishedEPA
Cargo behind the second row	46.0 cu ft (1,303 L)TestedCar and Driver
Large suitcases, packed	8Simulated from Hyundai
Seats	7Published
Crash ratings	NHTSA 5★ overall · IIHS Top Safety Pick+

Acceleration

Why some cars pin you to the seat and others just hum along.

Power	287 hp (214 kW)PublishedHyundai
Torque	260 lb-ft (353 Nm)PublishedHyundai
0–60 mph, tested or claimed	8.0 sTestedCar and Driver
0–60 mph, our simulation	7.8 sSimulated from Car and Driver
Passing, 50–70 mph	5.8 sTestedCar and Driver
Quarter mile	16.1 sTestedCar and Driver

Watch it in The Shove

Braking and stopping distance

The distance between "I saw it" and "I stopped" decides everything.

Braking 70–0 mph, tested	175 ft (53.3 m)TestedCar and Driver
Braking 60–0 mph, tested	121 ft (36.9 m)TestedMotorTrend
Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction	362 ft (110.3 m)Simulated from Car and Driver
Dry road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction	278 ft (84.6 m)Simulated from Car and Driver
Packed snow from 30 mph, 1 s reaction	168 ft (51.2 m)Simulated from Car and Driver

Watch it in The Stop

Rollover

Where the weight sits decides how easily a car falls over.

NHTSA rollover rating	4★ · 15.9% riskTestedNHTSA
Sideways slide that trips it into a roll	12 mph (19 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs from NHTSA
Static stability factor (half-track ÷ CoG height)	1.23Simulated, estimated inputs from NHTSA

Watch it in The Tipping Point

Efficiency and running costs

At highway speed most of your energy is spent shoving air.

EPA combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)PublishedEPA
Fuel or charging, 15,000 mi a year	$3,359/yrDerivedEPA
Steady 75 mph, our simulation	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)Simulated from Car and Driver
Drag coefficient	0.39DerivedEPA

Watch it in The Invisible Wall

Grip, snow and maneuvering

Four palm-sized patches of rubber. Every maneuver spends their grip.

Skidpad grip, tested	0.82 gTestedCar and Driver
Cornering grip, our simulation	0.82 gSimulated from Car and Driver
Pulling away on packed snow	0.26 gSimulated from Car and Driver
Turning circle	39.2 ft (11.9 m)PublishedHyundai
Ground clearance	7.4 in (19 cm)PublishedHyundai
Tires	Pirelli Scorpion MS 265/45R21 108V · 265/45R21TestedCar and Driver

Watch it in The Grip Budget

Space, luggage and fit

Will your knees, your luggage and your kids actually fit?

Seats	7Published
Large suitcases, packed	8Simulated from Hyundai
Carry-ons in the space left	0Simulated from Hyundai
Cargo behind the second row	46.0 cu ft (1,303 L)TestedCar and Driver
Cargo, seats folded	87.0 cu ft (2,464 L)TestedCar and Driver
Towing	5,000 lb (2,268 kg)PublishedHyundai
Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver	+1.1 in (3 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Driver head room, 5 ft 11 in driver	+3.6 in (9 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Driver head room, 5 ft 4 in driver	+6.7 in (17 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear head room, 5 ft 11 in passenger	+2.7 in (7 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in	+9.6 in (24 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear head and knee, 6 ft 4 in behind 6 ft 4 in	+0.1 in head · +5.3 in kneeSimulated, estimated inputs
Front head room, published	40.1 in (102 cm)PublishedHyundai
Rear head room, published	40.0 in (102 cm)PublishedHyundai
Rear leg room, published	43.0 in (109 cm)PublishedHyundai

Watch it in Live In It

Cabin noise

How loud is it inside at 70 mph, and what exactly are you hearing?

Cabin sound at 70 mph	67 dBATestedCar and Driver

Watch it in The Quiet Test

Visibility

Every car hides some of the road. How much, and who could be standing in it?

Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver	23 ft (7.0 m)Simulated
Ground visible within 33 ft ahead	44%Simulated

Watch it in Can You See Me?

Headlights and night stopping

IIHS measured how far these headlights reach. Can you stop inside that light?

IIHS headlight rating	GoodTestedIIHS
Low beams, straight road (right edge)	288 ft (87.8 m)TestedIIHS
Fastest you can stop inside the low beams	64 mph (103 km/h)Simulated from IIHS
High beams, straight road (right edge)	544 ft (165.7 m)TestedIIHS

Watch it in After Dark

Crash safety

Official crash ratings side by side, and the physics of what happens when two cars meet.

NHTSA overall	5★TestedNHTSA
IIHS small overlap front	GoodTestedIIHS
IIHS moderate overlap front (updated)	GoodTestedIIHS
IIHS side (updated)	GoodTestedIIHS
IIHS award	2026 Top Safety Pick+PublishedIIHS
Curb weight	4,902 lb (2,224 kg)TestedCar and Driver

Watch it in The Impact

Palisade compared

Trims in the catalog

Palisade Calligraphy AWD · from $58,160 · figures on this page
Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy AWD · from $60,380

Other midsize and three-row SUVs

Sources

Badges: Published figures come from the maker, a regulator or a rating agency; Tested from an independent instrumented test; Simulated are computed by our physics from those inputs (how); Estimate means no published value exists. Confirm figures with the maker or your dealer before you buy.