2026 Hyundai Palisade Price Guide: Redesign Costs & Hybrid Trim Value in St. Louis

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is fully redesigned, and St. Louis families are paying close attention. With a more spacious cabin, a bolder exterior, and the first-ever Palisade Hybrid powertrain, this three-row SUV has become one of the most talked-about vehicles in South County showrooms. Here is a complete look at what each trim costs and what you get for the money.

The Gas V6 Lineup: SE Through Calligraphy

The standard Palisade runs a 287-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 with front-wheel drive standard and HTRAC AWD available across the lineup. Seven trims are on offer.

The SE starts at $41,035 and comes more equipped than you might expect at the entry level — 18-inch wheels, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and seating for eight. It is a genuinely strong value for a three-row SUV at this price point.

The SEL adds wireless charging and a power driver’s seat and starts at $44,970. Step up to the SEL Premium at $46,900 and you unlock ventilated second-row seats, a Bose audio system, and a power sunroof — features that are tough to find on rivals without jumping to a luxury badge.

The XRT Pro at $49,870 is where the Palisade gets rugged. Standard AWD, all-terrain tires, increased ground clearance, an electronic limited-slip differential, and off-road system displays make this the trim for Affton and South County drivers who want utility beyond the highway.

The Limited at $49,770 and Calligraphy at $54,560 represent the Palisade’s luxury tier. The Calligraphy in particular — with Nappa leather, a massaging driver’s seat, power-recline second-row seats, and 21-inch wheels — rivals European three-row SUVs that cost tens of thousands more, and does so with Hyundai’s industry-best 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty included.

The Hybrid Lineup: More Power, Less Fuel

The all-new 2026 Palisade Hybrid pairs a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with dual electric motors for a combined 329 horsepower — more than the V6 — while returning up to 34 MPG combined in FWD configuration. Four hybrid trims are available.

The Hybrid SEL starts at $44,160 with standard AWD. The Hybrid SEL Premium begins at $47,520. The Hybrid Limited starts at $51,990 and the Hybrid Calligraphy at $56,780, both in FWD. Add $2,000 to any trim for AWD.

For St. Louis County families logging serious highway miles on I-270 or I-55, the fuel savings over a standard V6 Palisade are substantial. At current gas prices, the hybrid premium can realistically pay back within a few years of regular driving.

Which Palisade Is Right for You?

For most St. Louis families, the SEL Premium hits the sweet spot — premium features, a comfortable price, and no compromise on space or capability. Adventure-oriented buyers should look hard at the XRT Pro. Efficiency-first families will find the Hybrid SEL or Hybrid SEL Premium to be the most compelling long-term value in the lineup.

Ready to upgrade to the pinnacle of family comfort? Contact the finance team at Suntrup Hyundai South today to lock in your quote, evaluate your trade, or schedule a test drive.