The most noticeable change to the Palisade’s exterior is its larger, bolder grille design and new vertical LED headlights.
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In photos, the grille looks less angular than other Hyundai models but is still a bit jarring, like someone you know getting veneers with no warning. The rear bumper design has also been updated.
The other major change is a new XRT trim level. The XRT designation is one Hyundai has begun using for models that have the appearance of off-road vehicles, though without any additional capability — an increasingly popular move.
The Palisade XRT gets dark-finish 20-inch wheels and “rugged look” exterior styling on the front and rear and along the doors, along with a darkened grille and black roof rails.
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The bigger changes happen inside, which gains a host of updated comfort and convenience technologies.
A new 12-inch touchscreen display is joined by more powerful USB-C ports (replacing less powerful USB-A connections) and wireless device charging upgraded to 15 watts from 5 watts.
A Hyundai-first rearview camera mirror provides a view behind the Palisade if the traditional mirror is obscured by passengers or cargo inside the SUV.
Another Hyundai-first technology in the new Palisade is an available Wi-Fi hot spot. Owners can also use the latest iteration of Hyundai’s Digital Key 2, which supports iPhone, Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy devices, to unlock and operate the SUV.
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