Review: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

The 2021 Hyundai Palisade adds an all-new upscale Calligraphy trim level thereby adding a number of premium features such as Calligraphy-exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels, exclusive front grille fascia, exclusive front/rear LED lighting signature, micro-suede headliner, and more. Since almost half of Palisade buyers had never considered the brand, Hyundai now offers streamlined content repackaging which simplifies the way shoppers are able to select trim options for this still-growing manufacturer.

Mid-Size SUV of Texas

The Palisade also earned accolades when it was named the Mid-Size SUV of Texas at the 2020 Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) Texas Truck Rodeo. At this year's prestigious annual event, 39 trucks and SUVs competed in at the two-day competition as 27 journalists evaluated vehicles in 10 categories in both on-road and off-road courses in order to evaluate vehicles on the combined basis of interior, exterior, value, performance, and personal appeal.

New Additions

The 2021 Palisade Calligraphy adds to Palisade Limited trim:

• HTRAC® AWD with AWD Lock
• Downhill Brake Control
• Snow Mode
• Calligraphy-exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels
• HTRAC® badging
• Calligraphy-exclusive front grille fascia
• Premium side door garnish
• Premium rear-accent lighting signature
• Ultra-wide LED center high-mount stoplight (CHMSL)
• Puddle lamps
• Quilted-leather door panels
• Microfiber-suede headliner
• Premium cargo sill protection plate
• Perforated-leather steering wheel

We're thrilled TAWA journalists recognized the Palisade. TAWA journalists are SUV and truck experts and know and understand the needs of the Texas driver. We are proud the Palisade reflects the unique character, desire and needs of these very distinct drivers.

Olabisi Boyle, Vice President, Product Planning and Mobility Strategy, Hyundai Motor North America

In the News

Source: Hyundai | In Hyundai early buyer studies, nearly half of Palisade buyers had never previously considered Hyundai, a clear indication of growing market consideration of the brand. Moreover, more than 60 percent of Palisade buyers represent conquest sales, such as when the vehicle traded-in is from a competitive brand. Impressively, 77 percent of Palisade owners indicated strongly improved perceptions of Hyundai from their ownership experience. Finally, 98 percent of Palisade buyers confirmed they were likely to recommend a Hyundai purchase in the future to friends and families. Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance is the latest addition to the Hyundai Assurance program, which promises to create a better experience for shoppers and owners of Hyundai vehicles. Hyundai Assurance is made up of Owner Assurance, now including complimentary maintenance, and Shopper Assurance, which together offer customers a variety of ways to simplify the buying process and improve the owning and service experience. Details on these promises include America's Best Warranty (10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty, 5-year/60,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty and 7-year anti-perforation warranty) as well as complimentary maintenance (3 years/36,000 miles of normal oil changes and tire rotations).

Specifications

Engine: 291 horsepower 3.8L GDI V6 with idle stop and go
Torque: 262 pound-feet
Transmission: 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC paddle shifters
Color Shown: Becketts Black
Wheels: 20" Calligraphy Exclusive
Sound: Harman Kardon premium audio
Fuel: 19/26/22 (mpg city/highway/combined)
MSRP (starts): $46,200
MSRP (shown): $49,070

Learn More

For more information or to test drive a 2021 Hyundai Palisade for yourself, stop by a local dealer or visit:
Hyundai | Palisade

About Hyundai

At Hyundai Motor America, we believe everyone deserves better. From the way we design and build our cars to the way we treat the people who drive them, making things better is at the heart of everything we do. Hyundai's technology-rich product lineup of cars, SUVs and alternative-powered electric and fuel cell vehicles is backed by Hyundai Assurance our promise to create a better experience for customers. Hyundai vehicles are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide and nearly half of those sold in the U.S. are built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. Hyundai Motor America is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, and is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea.