A larger SUV is only successful if the extra size accomplishes something. The 2027 Hyundai Palisade makes its additional scale work through seating for up to 8 passengers, 161.9 cu. ft. of passenger volume, and considerably different configurations across six gasoline trims. For families around Medford, NY, there is also a new 3.5L V6, available HTRAC AWD, and up to 5,000 lbs. of towing capacity. More interesting is the way Hyundai has separated the lineup: SE handles the fundamentals, XRT PRO introduces genuine off-road hardware, and Calligraphy concentrates on comfort. A New V6 With a Clearer Role Every gasoline Palisade uses a 3.5L GDI V6 producing 287 hp and 260 lbs. ft. of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic. FWD is standard on most trims, while available HTRAC AWD adds Mud, Snow, and Sand terrain modes. Properly equipped models can tow up to 5,000 lbs. with trailer brakes, and Hyundai includes Trailer Sway Control, trailering pre-wiring, a transmission cooler, and Tow Mode across the gasoline lineup. Those are sensible additions because towing capability is more convincing when the supporting systems have been considered alongside the headline number. Six Trims, With Equipment Added in Logical Steps The gasoline range consists of SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Limited, XRT PRO, and Calligraphy. SE seats 8 passengers using a second-row bench. SEL and SEL Premium have standard captain's chairs for 7-passenger seating and offer an 8-passenger configuration, while Limited offers 7-passenger seating with an available second-row bench. SEL adds H-Tex® seating, heated front seats, wireless charging, roof rails, and a hands-free smart liftgate. SEL Premium brings ventilated front seats, heated and ventilated second-row seats, Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium, a sunroof, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. XRT PRO Changes the Hardware, Not Merely the Appearance XRT PRO is where the Palisade takes a more specialized turn. HTRAC AWD is standard, joined by an electronic limited-slip differential, Terrain Mode Select, front and rear recovery hooks, and 18-inch XRT-exclusive wheels wearing 255/60R18 all-terrain tires. Ground clearance increases to 8.4 inches. At 200.4 inches long, XRT PRO is also slightly longer than other Palisade configurations because of its exterior treatment. The important distinction is that the grade includes functional changes aimed at travel beyond ordinary paved roads rather than relying solely on rugged styling. Calligraphy Spends Its Equipment on the People Inside Calligraphy takes an opposite approach. Premium Nappa Leather-trimmed seating, 21-inch alloy wheels, heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, heated third-row seats, and power-adjustable second-row seats with relaxation mode put the emphasis on passenger comfort. The front seats receive additional adjustment and relaxation functions. A Head-Up Display, full-display digital rearview mirror, built-in front and rear dash cam, and Remote Smart Parking Assist extend that philosophy into the technology. The Interior Dimensions Explain the Palisade's Family Appeal Most configurations measure 199.2 inches long with a 116.9-inch wheelbase, but the dimensions inside are more significant. Front legroom measures 44.2 inches, the second row provides 43 inches, and third-row passengers receive 32.1 inches. Cargo capacity starts at 19.1 cu. ft. behind the third row, expands to 46.3 cu. ft. behind the second, and reaches 86.7 cu. ft. behind the front seats. That's the sort of packaging that makes all 3 rows part of the vehicle rather than treating the last one as an occasional afterthought. Technology That Integrates with the Cabin Every 2027 Palisade includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Passenger Talk, Rear Seat Quiet Mode, Bluelink+, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, six high-power USB-C ports, and over-the-air software updates. Hyundai SmartSense driver-assistance technology is also standard, with Calligraphy adding systems including Highway Driving Assist II, Blind-Spot View Monitor, and Surround View Monitor. Hyundai 112 can help Medford and Long Island shoppers compare new Palisade inventory, trims, seating configurations, HTRAC AWD, financing, and trade-in options. Find the configuration that fits the people and journeys it needs to accommodate, then schedule a test drive online.