Hyundai Palisade Gets Off-Road Trim for Walking Tall at the Mall

The new Palisade XRT Pro goes on sale this summer.

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By: Anthony Alaniz

Apr 16, 2025 at 10:37am ET

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The 2026 Hyundai Palisade has finally debuted for the American market. Hyundai revealed the SUV’s new design and powertrains at this year’s New York International Auto Show, but it also took the opportunity to launch a new off-road-oriented trim. It’s called the XRT Pro and is more than just a visual makeover.

It comes with a trim-exclusive rear electronic limited-slip differential, and the Palisade XRT Pro has 8.4 inches of ground clearance—one inch more than non-XRT Pro models, according to the company. The automaker also says the SUV has improved off-road angles: 20.5 degrees approach, 22.4 degrees departure, and 18.3 degrees breakover. The trim features a unique lower front fascia and red recovery hooks front and rear.

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The XRT Pro is only available with a new 3.5-liter V-6 that makes 287 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Hyundai’s HTRAC all-wheel-drive system is standard and features new Mud, Snow, and Sand terrain settings.

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Hyundai elevates the XRT Pro’s styling with exclusive 18-inch alloy wheels—wrapped in 255/60R18 all-terrain tires. It also features dark XRT exterior trim accents on the grille, cladding, and window surrounds. Inside, the SUV gets H-Tex leatherette seats with heat and ventilation and a heated steering wheel.

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro will go on sale early this summer with the rest of the V-6 trims. The Palisade is also available with a new hybrid powertrain. The automaker hasn’t revealed the Pro’s price, but the 2025 Palisade XRT starts at $44,525, including the $1,475 destination charge, and we would expect a more rugged version to cost more.