How much does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Elite cost in Australia?

The Palisade Elite Hybrid (8-seat) has a recommended retail price of $76,500 before on-road costs. Confirm drive-away pricing with your local Hyundai dealer.

What engine does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Elite have?

It uses a 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol hybrid producing a combined 245kW and 460Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.

How much fuel does the Palisade Hybrid use?

Hyundai claims 6.8L/100km on the combined ADR 81/02 cycle, with a 72-litre tank giving a strong touring range for a large SUV.

How many seats does the Palisade Elite have?

The Elite is an eight-seater, with a three-across second-row bench and a three-across third row.

What is the Palisade Elite's ANCAP safety rating?

The second-generation Palisade holds a 5-star ANCAP rating (2025), with autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and highway driving assist standard.

What warranty comes with the Hyundai Palisade?

Hyundai offers up to a 7-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty when the vehicle is serviced on schedule at a Hyundai dealer.

Hyundai Palisade: Price, Specs & Review 2025-2026

Hyundai Palisade variants compared by price, power, fuel and drivetrain
Variant	RRP	Power / Torque	Fuel / Range	Drive	Seats
Elite Hybrid (8-Seat)2026	$76,500	245kW / 460Nm	6.8L/100km	AWD	8
Calligraphy Hybrid (8-Seat)2026	$89,900	245kW / 460Nm	6.8L/100km	AWD	8
Calligraphy Hybrid (7-Seat)2026	$90,900	245kW / 460Nm	6.8L/100km	AWD	7
Highlander Diesel2026	POA	147kW / 440Nm	7.2L/100km	AWD	8
Highlander Petrol2026	POA	217kW / 355Nm	10.5L/100km	FWD	8
Calligraphy Diesel2026	POA	147kW / 440Nm	7.2L/100km	AWD	7

Variant

RRP

Power / Torque

Fuel / Range

Drive

Seats

Elite Hybrid (8-Seat)2026

$76,500

245kW / 460Nm

6.8L/100km

AWD

Calligraphy Hybrid (8-Seat)2026

$89,900

245kW / 460Nm

6.8L/100km

AWD

Calligraphy Hybrid (7-Seat)2026

$90,900

245kW / 460Nm

6.8L/100km

AWD

Highlander Diesel2026

POA

147kW / 440Nm

7.2L/100km

AWD

Highlander Petrol2026

POA

217kW / 355Nm

10.5L/100km

FWD

Calligraphy Diesel2026

POA

147kW / 440Nm

7.2L/100km

AWD

Hyundai Palisade Elite Hybrid (8-Seat)

$76,500

Power: 245kW
Torque: 460Nm
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 8
Towing: 2,000kg
ANCAP: 5-star

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Elite is the entry point to the second-generation eight-seat family SUV, using a 245kW/460Nm 2.5-litre turbo-petrol hybrid with all-wheel drive and a claimed 6.8L/100km. It brings the same 5-star ANCAP safety and roomy three-row cabin as the flagship at a lower price, trading away the Calligraphy's ventilated seats, memory driver's seat and other luxury touches. It is a strong pick if you want the hybrid drivetrain and space without paying for the top-grade extras.

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Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Hybrid (8-Seat)

$89,900

Power: 245kW
Torque: 460Nm
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 8
Towing: 2,000kg
ANCAP: 5-star

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy (8-seat) is the flagship of the second-generation large SUV range, powered by a 245kW/460Nm 2.5-litre turbo-petrol hybrid with HTRAC all-wheel drive and a claimed 6.8L/100km. It layers on Nappa leather, ventilated and heated front and second-row seats, a head-up display, a 14-speaker Bose system and a surround-view monitor. With eight seats, 2,000kg braked towing and a 5-star ANCAP rating, it is a genuine flagship family hauler.

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Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Hybrid (7-Seat)

$90,900

Power: 245kW
Torque: 460Nm
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 7
Towing: 2,000kg
ANCAP: 5-star

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy (7-seat) is the flagship configured with second-row captain's chairs for a more lounge-like cabin, powered by the same 245kW/460Nm 2.5-litre turbo-petrol hybrid and HTRAC all-wheel drive claiming 6.8L/100km. It carries the full Calligraphy kit including Nappa leather, ventilated and heated front and second-row seats, a head-up display and a 14-speaker Bose system. Seven seats, 2,000kg braked towing and a 5-star ANCAP rating round out a premium family SUV.

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