Hyundai Palisade Trim Levels Comparison
The Hyundai Palisade trim levels are packed with great features and the latest technology. The higher trims are going to come with more standard features. This adventure SUV is perfect for you and your family. Are you looking for more information on the differences between the Hyundai Palisade trim levels? Keep reading to learn more about the six different Hyundai Palisade trim levels, the SE, SEL Convenience, SEL Premium, XRT Pro, Limited, and Calligraphy!
Hyundai Palisade SE
The Hyundai Palisade SE is the base trim with great standard features. Equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine, it produces 287 horsepower. The SE comes standard with front-wheel drive and has available HTRAC all-wheel drive. The front-wheel drive model has an EPA estimate of 19 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway, and 21 mpg combined. The all-wheel drive model has an MPG estimate of 18 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and 20 mpg combined. The Hyundai Palisade fits 8 passengers with its 2nd-row bench seat. Some features on this Palisade trim level are:- Exterior: LED Daytime Running Lights, satin chrome exterior door handles, LED Projector headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, auto-dimming side mirrors with turn-signal indicators and more
- Interior: 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation, multi-device connection, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Proximity Key with push button start, 2nd-row USB power outlets, 4.2-inch color multi-information display, cloth seating, and 2nd-row manual HVAC controls
- Safety Features: Parking Distance Warning, Lane Following Assist, Highway Driving Assist, Safe Exit Warning, and more
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, or Creamy White Pearl
- Interior Colors: Black or gray
Hyundai Palisade SEL Convenience
The Hyundai Palisade SEL Convenience is just a little step up from the SE with added must-have features. Equipped with the same engine, the 3.5L V6 engine produces 287 horsepower. This SUV still comes standard with front-wheel drive and available HTRAC all-wheel drive. Features added to this Palisade trim level are:- Exterior Features: Hands-free smart liftgate with auto open, LED taillights, and heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Titan Charcoal Pearl, and Creamy White Pearl
- Interior: 7-passenger seating with 2nd-row captain's chairs, H-Tex® trimmed seats, wireless device fast charging, three-zone automatic temperature control, 2nd-row automatic HVAC controls, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Interior Colors: Black or gray
- Safety Features: Advanced Rear Occupant Alert

Hyundai Palisade SEL Premium
The Palisade SEL Premium is the balanced trim with lots of convenience and tech extras. Some of the SEL Premium features are:
- Exterior: Hands-free smart liftgate with auto open, 18-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, LED taillights and turn signals
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Titan Charcoal Pearl, and Creamy White Pearl
- Interior: Heated and ventilated front- and second-row seats, heated steering wheel, ambient interior lighting, 12.3-inch instrument cluster, wireless device charging, 7-passenger seating with second-row captain's chairs, H-Tex trimmed seats
- Interior Colors: Black or Gray
- Safety Features: Parking Distance Warning, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control 2, Highway Driving Assist
This Hyundai Palisade SEL Premium trim level has more standard convenience and tech features that might be worth it to you.
Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro
If you are looking for an SUV with more off-roading styles, then the Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro is the one for you. This is the ruggedly refined trim with off-road styling additions. Like the other Hyundai Palisade trim levels, the XRT has the same 3.5L V6 engine and comes in all-wheel drive only. It fits 7 passengers comfortably as well. Some XRT exclusive features are:- Exterior: XRT Pro exclusive front and rear lower bumpers, 18-inch dark alloy wheels w/ all-terrain tires, front and rear recovery hooks, XRT Pro-unique exterior dark silver and black accents, XRT Pro liftgate badge, and integrated tow hitch
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Titan Charcoal Pearl, Creamy White Pearl, Earthy Brass Matte
- Interior: Black H-Tex trimmed seats, 115-volt AC power outlet, Bose Premium Audio, ambient interior lighting, ventilated front seats, 7-passenger with 2nd-row captain's chairs, power sunroof
- Interior Color: Black
- Safety Features: Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Highway Driving Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Lane Following and Keeping Assist, and more
Hyundai Palisade Limited
Next on the Hyundai Palisade trim levels lineup is the Hyundai Palisade Limited. The Limited is the premium trim with high-end features. This model takes a huge jump when it comes to the upgrades in the interior. The Limited Palisade trim levels added features are:- Seating: 7-passenger seating with 2nd-row captain's chairs, leather-trimmed seats, heated 3rd-row power-folding/sliding seats, ventilated front seats, driver seat power thigh support and 4-way lumbar support, and ventilated rear captain's chairs
- Interior: Power-folding 3rd-row seats, 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster, rear side-window sunshades, a 115-volt AC power outlet, 3rd-row USB outlets, heated steering wheel, dual pane sunroof, and Bose Premium Audio
- Interior Colors: Black or Gray
- Exterior: Heated auto-dimming power-folding side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, rain-sensing wipers, hands-free smart liftgate with auto open, 20-inch alloy wheels, and integrated tow hitch
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Titan Charcoal Pearl, Creamy White Pearl
- Safety Features: Blind-Spot View Monitor, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Enhancements (Junction Crossing, Lane Change On-Coming, Lane Change Side, Evasive Steering Assist), Highway Driving Assist II, Parking Distance Warning- Reverse or Forward, and Surround View Monitor
Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy
If you are looking for the best of the best, the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy is the luxury trim with top-notch features. Think of this Hyundai Palisade trim level as the Limited but with even more luxurious features. The upgrades can be seen on both the exterior and interior. Some added features are:- Exterior: 21-inch alloy wheels, Hands-free smart liftgate with auto open, two-tone bodycolor/silvers door garnish, power-folding, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Exterior Colors: Abyss Black Pearl, Classy Blue Pearl, Cast Iron Brown Pearl, Galaxy Maroon Pearl, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, Robust Emerald Pearl, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Titan Charcoal Pearl, Creamy White Pearl, Earthy Brass Matte
- Interior: Ambient lighting, premium Nappa leather seating surfaces, a leather-wrapped two-tone steering wheel, integrated front and rear dash cam, front- and 2nd-row relaxation seats, power 2nd- and 3rd-row seats
- Interior Colors: Black, Brown, or Gray/Navy
- Safety Features: Remote Smart Parking, Highway Driving Assist II, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with car/ped/cyclist Detection & Junction Turning, Junction Crossing, Lane-Change Oncoming, Lane-Change Side, Evasive Steering Assist and Driver Oncoming
There is nothing better than the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy when it comes to the other Hyundai Palisade trim levels. The Calligraphy is top-notch and luxurious in every way, from the exterior to the interior to all the features!

Hyundai Palisade Trim Levels: Specs
| SE | SEL Convenience | SEL Premium | XRT Pro | Limited | Calligraphy | |
| Engine: | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L V6 | 3.5L V6 |
| Horsepower: | 287 | 287 | 287 | 287 | 287 | 287 |
| Torque: | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain: | FWD (AWD Optional) | FWD (AWD Optional) | FWD (AWD Optional) | AWD | FWD (AWD Optional) | FWD (AWD Optional) |
| Transmission: | 8-speed Auto | 8-speed Auto | 8-speed Auto | 8-speed Auto | 8-speed Auto | 8-spped Auto |
| Wheels: | 18-inch | 18-inch | 18-inch | 18-inch XRT Exclusive | 20-inch | 21-inch |
| Headlights: | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Bumpers: | Black/Silver | Black/Silver | Black/Silver | Gloss Black/Dark Chrome | Black/Silver | Gloss Black/Body Color |
| Grille: | Black/Chrome | Black/Chrome | Dark finish XRT Unique | Black/Chrome | Premium w/ Satin Chrome | Black/Silver Accents w/ Silver Paint |
| Roof Rails: | X | Standard | Standard | Standard (Black) | Standard | Standard |
| Hands-Free Smart Liftgate: | X | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seating: | Cloth | H-Tex Trimmed | H-Tex Trimmed | H-Tex Trimmed | Leather Trimmed | Premium Nappa Leather |
| Passengers: | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Heated 2nd-row: | X | X | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ventilated 2nd-row: | X | X | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 2nd-row Bench: | Standard | X | X | X | X | X |
| 2nd-row Captain's Chairs: | X | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Touchscreen: | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch |
| Sunroof: | X | Conventional | Conventional | Conventional | Dual Panel | Dual Panel |
| Heated 3rd-row: | X | X | X | X | Standard | Standard |
| Gauge Cluster: | 4.2" | 12.3" Digital Instrument | 12.3" Digital Instrument | 12.3" Digital Instrument | 12.3" Digital Instrument | 12.3" Digital Instrument |
| Wheelbase: | 116.9" | 116.9" | 116.9" | 116.9" | 116.9" | 116.9" |
| Length: | 199.2" | 199.2" | 199.2" | 200.4" | 199.2" | 199.4" |
| Width: | 78" | 78" | 78" | 78" | 78" | 78" |
| Height: | 69.5" | 69.5" | 69.5" | 69.5" | 69.5" | 69.5" |
| Headroom (front/2nd/3rd-row): | 41.5/ 40.7/ 37.8" | 40.1/ 40/ 37.7" | 40.1/ 40/ 37.7" | 40.1/ 40/ 37.7" | 40.1/ 40/ 37.7" | 40.1/ 40/ 37.7" |
| Leg Room (front/2nd/3rd-row): | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" | 44.2/ 43.0 /32.1" |
| Cargo Volume: | 19.1 cu.ft. | 19.1 cu.ft. | 19.1 cu.ft. | 19.1 cu.ft. | 19.1 cu.ft. | 19.1 cu.ft. |
Hyundai Palisade Warranty:
- New Vehicle Limited: 5 years/ 60,000 miles
- Powertrain Limited: 10 years/ 100,000 miles
- Anti-perforation: 7 years/ unlimited miles
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance: 5 years/ unlimited miles
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