Buying a three-row SUV is an exercise in predicting the future. Who’s riding along? How much luggage counts as “just the essentials”? Will the small child in the back seat eventually become a teenager who needs actual legroom?
The 2027 Hyundai Palisade gives you several ways to plan, with gas and hybrid powertrains, seven- or eight-passenger configurations, and trims focused on everyday convenience, outdoor capability, or premium comfort. At Hyundai of Auburn, we help shoppers around Auburn, Montgomery, and Pike Road, Alabama, turn those choices into a practical shortlist.
Your first decision is the powertrain. The gas Palisade uses a 3.5-liter V6 producing 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The Palisade Hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with electric power for 329 combined horsepower and 339 lb-ft of combined torque.
Front-wheel drive and available HTRAC All Wheel Drive give you additional configurations to compare. The gas XRT PRO comes standard with HTRAC AWD and an electronic rear limited-slip differential, along with all-terrain tires and an integrated tow hitch.
Compare Gas and Hybrid Efficiency:
Figures apply to the listed 2027 configurations. Actual mileage varies with equipment, driving habits, conditions, and vehicle condition.
The Palisade accommodates seven or eight passengers, depending on configuration. A second-row bench provides the additional seating position, while captain’s chairs offer individual second-row seats. Check the actual vehicle’s layout, especially when shopping across trims and powertrains. The gas Palisade’s published cargo measurements show how its space changes with your passenger needs:
For everyday family use, start by checking the 19.1-cubic-foot area with your stroller, groceries, or usual travel bags. Maximum cargo space is helpful, but it requires folding seats that passengers may need.
Start with the features you’ll use regularly, then decide which upgrades fit your routine. Here’s how the gas-powered Palisade trims compare.
According to North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year, the Hyundai Palisade won the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year award².
Start with the Hybrid SEL FWD or Hybrid SEL Premium FWD if efficiency is your priority. Both carry EPA estimates of 33 city/35 highway/34 combined MPG. Compare their purchase prices and equipment alongside your expected annual mileage.
The SEL Premium is worth a close look because it includes ventilated front- and second-row seats. It lets passengers in both rows benefit from that comfort feature without requiring the Calligraphy.
Shop specifically for an eight-passenger configuration with a second-row bench. Don’t assume every Palisade has eight seats: captain’s-chair configurations accommodate seven. Confirm the seating layout on the individual vehicle before scheduling your visit.
You cannot predict every passenger, project, or weekend invitation. You can choose a vehicle with room to adapt. At Hyundai of Auburn, we’ll help you compare Palisade powertrains, explore seating layouts, and decide which upgrades deserve your budget. Bring your questions and the people who will ride along. Your next chapter around Auburn, Montgomery, and Pike Road can begin with a test drive, not a crystal ball today.
¹2027 PALISADE SE FWD, SEL FWD, SEL Premium FWD, Limited FWD and Calligraphy FWD trims: 19 City/25 Hwy/21 Combined MPG. 2027 PALISADE SE HTRAC AWD, SEL HRAC AWD, SEL Premium HTRAC AWD, Limited HTRAC AWD and Calligraphy HTRAC AWD trims: 18 City/24 Hwy/20 Combined MPG. 2027 PALISADE XRT PRO HTRAC AWD: 16 City/ 22 Hwy/ 19 Combined MPG. Actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle's condition.
²Source: NACTOY
