Hyundai Palisade 2026 Arrives in KSA: A Full-Size Family SUV with More Tech and Comfort

Saudi Arabia : Taking a big step into the Middle East market, Korean automaker Hyundai unveiled the all-new Palisade 2026, a modern and elegant three-row SUV that promises to redefine premium luxury and refined driving experience. The 2026 second-generation model gets a revamped exterior design, a contemporary interior, with cutting-age features and advanced safety systems. Hyundai is positioning it as a family-friendly SUV that combines superior cabin space, outstanding comfort, and sophisticated technology. With an aggressive front design, the proven 3.8-litre V6 engine, Palisade is positioned as a full-size SUV offering a compelling option to families in the Kingdom, compared to the Toyota Prado, Ford Explorer, and Kia Telluride.

Exterior Highlights

• Wide cascading grille with new mesh design
• Slim LED headlights with vertical DRLs
• Sharper front bumper and redesigned skid plate
• New 20-inch alloy wheels with multiple finishes
• Strong shoulder lines and flared rear arches
• Updated LED tail-lamps with a connected bar design

Interior Highlights

• Large curved display combining infotainment and driver cluster
• Updated 12.3-inch infotainment system with wireless features
• Three-row seating with premium Nappa leather option
• Second-row captain seats with ventilation and heating
• Ambient lighting with multiple colour settings
• Improved cabin insulation for a quieter drive

Safety Highlights

• Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with junction support
• Highway Driving Assist 2 with lane change assist
• Blind-spot monitoring with camera feed on cluster
• Surround-view monitor with 3D view
• 9 airbags, including one between front passengers

Powertrain

Specification	Details
Engine	3.8L V6 Petrol
Power	291 hp
Torque	355 Nm
Transmission	8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive / AWD option
Fuel Economy (est.)	10–11 km/l

Conclusion

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade, globally unveiled earlier this year, comes across as highly redesigned from the outside and fully loaded inside. Hyundai bolsters its position in the big SUV segment in Saudi Arabia with the launch of Palisade. 

The SUV quite clearly offers a great choice to buyers who prefer sharper design, more advanced safety tech, and a luxury cabin with cool features, especially families that look for a well-equipped SUV. The performance is ensured by the highly capable and proven V6 engine that remains at the heart of the SUV, providing enough power for long-distance trips and highway cruising. 

The segment already has some highly recognised and well-established brands offering products such as Toyota, Ford, and Kia. Hyundai will launch the all-new Palisade 2026, aiming to take on competition head-on. 

If you’re in the market searching for a full-size family SUV, this is your chance to explore the all-new Palisade 2026. You have an excellent combination of superior value, useful features, and practicality, which makes it a strong contender in this fiercely competitive segment.