I drove Hyundai’s $52,000 Palisade, and now I understand why people rave about the family SUV

• The Hyundai Palisade SUV is a three-row family SUV that was updated with fresh looks in 2023.
• I was impressed by the Palisade’s smooth driving experience, luxurious cabin, and tech features.
• The Hyundai Palisade in Calligraphy trim is one of the finest family SUVs I’ve ever experienced.

Hyundai introduced its flagship Palisade SUV in 2019, competing against rival three-row family SUVs from Honda, Toyota, and Nissan.

Since then, the Palisade and its corporate sister, the Kia Telluride, have been sales darlings that critics love.

Hyundai updated the Palisade in 2023 to help it remain competitive with newer offerings from Honda, Mazda, and Chevrolet. The update included revised styling, new convenience features, and updated tech.