Should the folks over at Range Rover be worried about Hyundai’s first-ever Palisade XRT PRO? Probably not just yet—but we’re willing to bet a few Land Rover executives are casting curious glances in Hyundai’s direction, and they should. With the debut of the 2026 Palisade lineup, Hyundai has made it clear that it’s no longer content to keep up. The all-new Palisade XRT PRO goes boldly into the territory of go-anywhere, do-everything SUVs—even if your version of rugged is more about Trader Joe’s hauls and less about rock-crawling in Moab.
This bold and refined three-row SUV stands tall—literally and figuratively—with upgraded ground clearance, a rear electronic limited-slip differential, standard all-terrain tires, Hyundai’s HTRAC® all-wheel drive system, and a built-in tow hitch. Whether it’s navigating snow-covered trails or a jam-packed soccer schedule, the XRT PRO is built to flex. It carries the capability and confidence of an off-road machine with the comfort, space, and style that modern families and adventurers demand.
“The 2026 Palisade XRT PRO is for people doing it all—raising families, chasing goals, showing up every day,” said Olabisi Boyle, SVP of Product Planning and Mobility Strategy at Hyundai Motor North America. “We built this SUV by putting people first—thinking about real lives, real needs. It’s got space for your crew, capability when the road gets rough, and the kind of comfort, style, and efficiency that proves luxury doesn’t have to come with a luxury price. We wanted to deliver a vehicle where affordability can meet lifestyle—no matter where off-road you want to go.”