Is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
The Hyundai Palisade XRT is a good choice for families seeking a spacious SUV with modern features and safety systems, though it lags slightly behind in fuel efficiency.
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Pros
- Spacious and comfortable interior
- Comprehensive standard safety features
- Good value for the price
Cons
- Less fuel efficient than some competitors
- Not as sporty to drive
- Limited off-road capability
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- transmission software glitches
- minor electrical issues
- infotainment system bugs
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Seat Belts — Rear/Other — Buckle Assembly (campaign 26V169000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel — Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hy…
- Seats — Mid/Rear Assembly — Power Adjust — Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Palisade and 2026 Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with a Limited or Calligraphy trim package. The second and third row power seats may fail to detect a person. …
- Seat Belts — Rear/Other — Buckle Assembly — Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with "Limited" and "Calligraphy" trim packages. The internal wiring within the third-row drive…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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