2025 Hyundai Palisade Review

The Palisade has always been a head-turner, and the 2025 model takes its design to the next level with the clever XRT, gorgeous Limited, elegant Calligraphy, and bespoke Calligraphy Night. 

Even if you choose the most inexpensive trim, high quality sheet metal and handsome detailing project a premium ride. This 3-row SUV is known for its prominent Cascade grille, vertical LED headlights and taillights, and bold character lines. 

Two-tone colorization dresses its bumpers, grille, and trim. Large side windows contrast with the sharply defined C Pillars. Every element has been chosen or sculpted to provide the best aerodynamics.

Refined exterior features include:

• LED Accent Lights

• Automatic Headlights, High Beam Assist

• Heated, Power Side Mirrors

• Skid Plates (Silver, Chrome or Black finish)

• Roof Rails (SEL) (Silver, Black)

• Door Handle Lights (SEL)

• Rain-sense Wipers (Limited)

• Side-Mirror Puddle Lamps (Calligraphy)

The interior of the 2025 Palisade promises to be a haven of comfort and versatility. As premium as its exterior, the spacious cabin comes packed with high quality materials at every trim level.

Favorite details include:

• Acoustic Windshield 

• Soft-touch Doors, Dash and More

• Illuminated power switches

• Leatherette-wrapped Dash (SEL Premium)

• H-Tex (SEL), Leather (Limited)

• Ambient 64-color Lighting (Limited)

An array of thoughtful design elements comfort families and assist parents. Premium soft touch materials wrap the doors and dash. A unique 4-spoke design creates an athletic steering wheel.

Available upgrades like Nappa leather upholstery, two rows of ventilated seats, and a panoramic sunroof create an even more luxurious and inviting atmosphere. Please contact us with your questions.

The Palisade offers comfortable seating for eight passengers with some trims offering captains chairs in a 7-person layout.  Hyundai has put a lot of thought into how to make each person in each position as comfortable as possible. Favorite seat adjustments and amenities include:

• One-Touch Seat Slide for 3rd Row Access

• Reclining Rear Seats

• Dual Power Chairs with Heat (SEL)

• Thigh Cushion Extension (Limited)

• ErgoMotion Massage Chair (Calligraphy)

As Phoenix drivers, we put a big emphasis on our ability to stay cool in Phoenix summers. The 2025 Hyundai Palisade really knows how to help. Standards and important extras include:

• Dual-zone climate controls

• 2nd row HVAC controls and vents

• 3rd row vents

• Rear side sunshades (XRT)

• Ventilated Front Seats (SEL Premium)

• Ventilated 2nd Row Seats (SEL Premium)

• Heated 3rd Row Seats (Limited)

The 2025 Palisade is a technological showcase. A larger, more intuitive touchscreen infotainment system with the latest software offers seamless connectivity and Dynamic Voice Recognition. Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ are on board to help you do the maximum with your smartphone’s features.

The upgraded digital instrument cluster is an enormous 12.3-inch screen behind the steering wheel. Other favorite tech standards and features include:

• Standard Navigation with OTA Updates

• HD Radio HERE Traffic Data

• Rear Seat Quiet Mode

• Blue Link Connected Car System

• Wi Fi Hotspot (With Subscription)

• Wireless Charger (SEL)

• Surround View Monitor (XRT)

• Passenger Talk Intercom (SEL Premium)

Parents really love the rear seat quiet mode that lets drivers hear navigation and entertainment without bothering kids who need to sleep. With the passenger talk intercom, the parent driver can talk to the back row without turning around.

The Palisade promises all the utility that comes with being a serious SUV.  Towing capacity is 5,000 pounds. Roof rails can hold 220 pounds. Ground clearance is an ample 7.9 inches. 

The 18-cu ft cargo hold can expand to 45.8 or even 86.4 cubic feet for your gear. Power-fold second row seats and available power-fold third row seats make it easy.

Utility standards and features include:

• Retractable Cargo Cover

• Subfloor Cargo Compartment

• Trailer Sway Control

• Power-fold 2nd row

• Hands-free Smart Liftgate (SEL)

• Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch (SEL)

• Power-fold/unfold 3rd row (Limited)

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is a joy to drive.  The powerful V6 engine delivers 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.  The 8-speed automatic transmission provides SHIFTRONIC manual shift mode with paddle shifters.

Hyundai keeps fuel costs low by providing idle stop-and-go for city driving. Remarkably this smart engine only uses regular unleaded, keeping owners from paying a premium for gas. 

Available HTRAC All-Wheel Drive (AWD) will ensure optimal traction and control in various weather and road conditions. This upgrade includes Hill Descent Control to protect your transmission during downhill climbs. XRT models add a self-leveling suspension. 

FWD modes include Comfort, Eco, Sport and Smart. HTRAC drive modes include snow and tow. This system provides an AWD lock with an 80:20 to 50:50 split. 

Hyundai prioritizes safety, and the 2025 Palisade is equipped with a comprehensive suite of SmartSense™ safety and driver-assistance features. These advanced technologies work together to help prevent accidents, protect occupants, and provide added peace of mind.

Watching the front, there is a forward collision system with an autobrake and junction turning assist. It also includes cyclist and pedestrian detection. Watching the sides, there’s a blind spot warning and lane keeping assist. 

Smart cruise control works with the navigation system for safer travel. It also coordinates with Lane Following Assist and becomes semi-autonomous with Highway Driving Assist. HDA 1 is standard for SE, SEL and XRT models while HDA II is standard on the SEL Premium and higher trims. 

Parking assistance comes from the standard camera, reverse parking distance warnings, and a rear cross-traffic collision system with an avoidance assist. You can upgrade to get a reverse autobrake, a forward distance warning, a 360-degree surround monitor, and a remote parking system.

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is the ultimate family SUV, offering a blend of luxury, versatility, and performance that is unmatched in its class. Get ready to experience a new level of driving satisfaction with the arrival of the redesigned Palisade.

For the latest information about the 2025 Hyundai Palisade, please don't hesitate to contact our team at North Scottsdale Hyundai. We're excited to share more details about this exceptional SUV and help you find your perfect Palisade.