2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Reviews - Verified Owners

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Charles B.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

It has great things and horrible things.

In general, the car is a good value and a good car. I have the Calligraphy and enjoy the added technology. However, the driver door handle would not lock and it was in the shop for the first 2 months of ownership. Instead of giving me a new car, the literally kept my car and gave me a loaner junk car for an entire two months. It still does not work right all the time and I give up. Now with only 2k miles, it says there is low oil. Seriously! Is this the life I will lead for the next years? Half of the time with my car and half with a loaner?

Hyundai Motor America responded on 03/10/2026 09:53 AM

Hello Charles, Hello, we’re truly sorry to hear about the concerns you’re experiencing with your vehicle. We encourage you to continue working with your authorized Hyundai dealership for assistance. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc.

Walter H.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

I don't understand what is being asked.

OUTSTANDING

Recommended

Lawrence F.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

Disappointed

Many of the functions are less than the 1st gen. You went backwards in a lot of areas

Hyundai Motor America responded on 03/10/2026 03:47 PM

Hello Lawrence, thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc

Brad M.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

Palisade Review

So far so good

Recommended

ROBERT S.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

The 2026 Palisade is hard to beat!

## ⭐ **My Review of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade AWD Hybrid Calligraphy** **“Luxury, brains, and brawn — all in one very well‑mannered SUV.”** I’ve owned plenty of vehicles over the years, but the 2026 Hyundai Palisade AWD Hybrid Calligraphy is the first one that feels like it’s actively trying to make my life easier — and succeeding. It’s as if Hyundai took a luxury SUV, a fuel‑saving hybrid, and a quiet personal assistant, shook them up, and said, “Here, enjoy all of this at once.” ### **✨ Ride & Comfort** The Palisade glides down the road like it’s floating on Oklahoma air. Even our rural roads — the ones that usually test your suspension *and* your patience — feel smoothed out. The cabin is whisper‑quiet, the seats feel like they were designed by someone who actually sits in cars, and the Calligraphy trim wraps everything in a level of refinement that makes you wonder why anyone pays more for a luxury badge. ### **⚡ Hybrid Power That Doesn’t Feel Like a Compromise** This hybrid system is the real deal. It’s smooth, responsive, and surprisingly quick for a three‑row SUV. And the fuel savings? Let’s just say I’m spending more time driving and less time donating money to gas stations. The AWD system grips confidently, whether it’s rain, gravel, or the occasional Oklahoma “surprise weather.” ### **🎛️ Tech That Works (and Doesn’t Make You Feel Like You Need a PhD)** Hyundai’s tech is intuitive, polished, and refreshingly drama‑free. The screens are crisp, the interface is clean, and everything just… works. Wireless everything, smart safety features, and a driver’s seat that remembers exactly how I like to sit — it’s the kind of tech that feels like a partner, not a puzzle. ### **💡 The Clever Part? It’s a Luxury SUV That Doesn’t Act Stuck‑Up** The Palisade Calligraphy has the confidence of a high‑end SUV but the friendliness of a neighbor who waves when you drive by. It’s elegant without being pretentious, capable without being loud, and smart without showing off. It’s the rare vehicle that makes every trip — long or short — feel like the right choice. ### **🏁 Final Thoughts** If you want an SUV that blends comfort, efficiency, style, and real‑world practicality, the 2026 Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy is the one to beat. It’s the kind of vehicle that makes you smile every time you walk up to it — and even more when you drive away.

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Sandsha A.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

Hopefully problem was corrected

For a new car, I had to bring it back 2 times for technical issues. Hopefully, the are resolved.

Recommended

John P.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

So far an excellent vehicle

Recommended

Peggy L.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

Palisade hybrid

Love my new palisade hybrid

Recommended

Alexander B.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Verified Review

MPG is WAY off but very comfortable ride.

I love the look and comfort of the vehicle. I am very disappointed with the mpg that I am getting in the hybrid as after 5,000 miles, I am just at 21 mpg when it was advertised as 29 mpg combined. I know it is based on how you drive but I am a fairly average (leaning towards eco-friendly) driver. What we're getting at 21mpg is no where near the 29mpg combined that we expected. That is my big disappointment with the car.

Lynne C.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/10/2026

Hyundai Motor America responded on 03/10/2026 09:53 AM

Scott S.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/09/2026

Verified Review

Overall, the vehicle is very good to excellent. My Calligraphy Hybrid would benefit to a few changes and or additions that would be helpful to passenger comfort and to passenger use of vehicle which is extremely important. Floor lighting in all rows and cup holder lighting would be helpful. The ambient lighting and ceiling lighting is fine but adding lighting on the floor in all three rows would be helpful. The amount of leg/knee room for the front passengers needs improvement. Taller passengers have a cramped feeling as the front seats either don’t move back far enough or the glove box and steering area is too low for leg/knee space. The steering column should be powered on the Calligraphy model. When gaining access to the third row of seats, the electronic movement of the second row captain chair needs to be much faster. Passengers wait too long for the second row captain chairs to move for third row access. A full size spare tire m, like in the gas model. would be much better than the tire mobility kit that is worthless or marginal at best. I had a tire issue that ended with me buying 4 new tire because the tire that was damaged was damaged beyond repair and the tires that came with the car were not available. The Pirelli tire warranty was an 2018 warranty and I was told was old and of absolutely no value and this was on a brand new 2026 Palisade Hybrid vehicle with only 1400 miles. Lastly, the electric motor is too loud. When starting the car, the electric motor comes on and is very noticeable and too loud it quiets some in time but is much too loud. The vehicles electric charging motors need sound insulation or quieter motors. The quality of the carpet is of low quality. Very thin nap and does not take wear well. Time will tell how bad it truly is. I now have 4500 miles on my 2026 Palisade Calligraphy Hybrid.

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Lloyd D.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/09/2026

Verified Review

Inconsistent behavior

I like the way it drives but there are a few things that drive me nuts about this vehicle. Note that I never use the actual key fob - just my phone. 1) some days when I walk up to it iwt hmy phone it unlocks the doors, other days it does not 2) Some days I have to actually put my phone in the wireless charger cradle in order to turn on the car other days not 3) I permanently keep a bike race on my car so EVERY SINGLE TIME i turn the car on I have to press the button to deactivate the rear safety system once and then again for 3 seconds. OMG so annoying because I forget and then I reverse out of my driveway and it immediately stops - quite suddenly 4) I have android and my wife has an iphone so she cannot use her phone to use the car and has to use the key fob. OMG again. We are in 2026. Not all families have the same type of phone. 5) Lane keep assist is not very good at all. To the point I can't really trust it. 6) Cruise control is too "violent" for example if i am at 45mph and it is set to 65mph it will accelerate too hard to get to 65mph. I would like to be able to adjust how fast it accelerates in these situation or have a setting to preset how it behaves.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 03/09/2026 02:34 PM

Hello Lloyd,

Thank you for your review. Hyundai is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value. Hyundai greatly values our customers’ feedback, and we utilize your concerns and opinions in our relentless efforts towards delivering world-class products. ^cc

David S.

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Verified Owner

03/09/2026

Verified Review

Melba's Palisades Caligraphy Hybrid

We are thoroughly enjoying our Caligraphy Hybrid. Moving from a GMC Yukon to the Palisades was a slight change because of the difference in size. However, we have adjusted quite well in that endeavor. It is an absolute pleasure to drive and ride in our Palisades.

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