Determining Which Hyundai Palisade Trim is Right for You

The new Hyundai Palisade Hyundai has made a splash in the SUV market thanks to its stylish exterior and spacious interior with features.

At Danbury Hyundai, we want to tell you more about each trim available with the new Hyundai Palisade, including its unique features. So let's take a closer look at each one now.

Trim Levels

The Hyundai Palisade is available in five trim levels, each with unique features and options.

SE Trim

The SE is the base trim for the Hyundai Palisade, but it has plenty of standard features to make it an excellent choice for those looking for a spacious and capable SUV. Under the hood, the SE is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine that produces 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Standard features on the SE include an eight-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a rearview camera, and Hyundai's SmartSense safety suite, which includes a forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. Other standard features include LED headlights and taillights, a rear spoiler, and 18-inch alloy wheels.

SEL Trim

The SEL builds on the SE trim level by adding several premium features to the Palisade. The SEL trim comes with all the standard features of the SE trim, along with additional amenities such as heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat, proximity key entry with push-button start, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The SEL trim also offers several interior options, including a power liftgate, a sunroof, and a wireless charging pad. On its exterior, the SEL trim features 18-inch alloy wheels with a machine finish, roof side rails, and chrome door handles.

Limited Trim

The Limited is the top-of-the-line trim for the Palisade, and it comes with a long list of standard features to help make it unique among luxury SUVs. Like the other trims, the Limited is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It has standard features such as leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and a digital gauge cluster. The Limited trim also has several options, including a head-up display, a surround-view camera system, and a rear-seat entertainment system. The exterior of the Limited trim is distinguished by its 20-inch alloy wheels, a dual-panel sunroof, and a satin chrome grille.

Calligraphy Trim

The Calligraphy trim is the newest addition to the Palisade lineup and represents the pinnacle of luxury and performance. Like the Limited trim, the Calligraphy has a 3.8-liter V6 engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. However, the Calligraphy features a unique front grille, quilted leather upholstery, a suede headliner, and a microfiber steering wheel. Standard features on the Calligraphy trim include a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and a digital gauge cluster. The Calligraphy trim has several exclusive features, including a unique 20-inch alloy wheel design, a special calligraphy badge, and ambient interior lighting.

XRT Trim

The XRT trim is a new addition to the 2023 Hyundai Palisade lineup, offering a more rugged and adventurous appearance. On the exterior, the XRT trim features a dark chrome front grille with a unique geometric pattern, a black headliner, and black exterior accents. The XRT also has a more muscular stance thanks to its 20-inch matte black alloy wheels and sportier front and rear bumpers.

Inside, the XRT trim has a black and gray interior with premium leather and cloth seating surfaces. It also features an eight-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster, and a wireless charging pad.

The XRT trim is powered by the same 3.8-liter V6 engine found in the other Palisade trims, which produces 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It also comes with Hyundai's standard HTRAC all-wheel-drive system, which helps provide better traction and stability when facing challenging road conditions.

Examine Each Trim Up Close at Danbury Hyundai

If you're in the market for a spacious and versatile three-row SUV, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade has something to offer everyone. From the well-equipped base SE trim to the luxurious Calligraphy trim, each trim level has unique features and options that cater to different needs and preferences. Come to Danbury Hyundai near Danbury and test drive the trim that caught your eye.