

Matt Campbell
2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Hybrid AWD review
Pros
- Good drive experience
- Loads of gear and space
- Comfy cabin design
Cons
- Some fit and finish issues
- Not as efficient as expected
- Nearly $100k in your driveway!
7 Months Ago
The Hyundai Palisade is a large three-row SUV aimed at Australian families wanting generous space, comfort and a more premium feel without stepping into a luxury badge. Now in its second generation locally, Hyundai’s flagship SUV has grown with a longer wheelbase and greater cargo capacity, strengthening its appeal for school runs, holidays and adult-friendly seven- or eight-seat transport. A local chassis tune gives the Palisade road manners suited to Australian conditions, while the latest lineup includes hybrid power for buyers seeking a more efficient large SUV. At the top of the range, the Calligraphy Black Ink adds a darker, more distinctive flagship look. The Palisade suits larger households that value refinement, practicality and long-distance ease over off-road ruggedness.
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The Hyundai Palisade comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Elite and the most expensive being Calligraphy Black Ink.


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2025
$72,093
2025
$81,648
2026
$82,443
2025
$84,323
2026
$96,513
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,060 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,980 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,940 mm |
| Load Capacity | 815 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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The cheapest Hyundai Palisade is the Elite variant that starts from $82,443.
See all Hyundai Palisade PricingThe most expensive Hyundai Palisade is the Calligraphy variant that starts from $97,563.
See all Hyundai Palisade PricingThe best towing capacity of a Hyundai Palisade is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Hyundai Palisade towing capacityThe largest Hyundai Palisade is the Elite variant which measures 1980mm wide, 5060mm in length and sits 1805mm tall.
All variants of the Hyundai Palisade have a maximum power of 245kW and 460nm of torque.
The Hyundai Palisade is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Hyundai Palisade is the Elite variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3000 kg.
The Hyundai Palisade uses Unleaded Petrol.
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† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.