Calligraphy AWD
What the Calligraphy adds over the SE (+$17,125)
| Spec | SE | Calligraphy |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4575 lbs | 4872 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $39,435 | $56,560 |
| Overall length | 199.2 in | 199.4 in |
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 | 7 |
| Tire size | 235/65 R18 106H | 265/45 R21 108V XL |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 | 3.6 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 21 in |
| Wheel width | 8 in | 8.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 115-volt power outlet, 12" Head-up Display (color), 2nd Row Power Adjustable Seats, 2nd Row – Captain's Chairs ("wing-out" headrests), 2nd Row – Relaxation Mode, 3rd Row Power Folding/Unfolding/Reclining/Sliding seats, 4-way lumbar, 8-way power passenger seat, Acoustic side glass – Front and Rear, Aluminum door scuff plates / Cargo sill plate, Auto up/down window controls (Rear windows), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Body color cladding (Calligraphy), Bose 14-speaker premium audio system with Centerpoint and SoundTrue Enhanced Technology, Built-In Dash Cam (front & rear), Deluxe center console with storage compartment (clamshell 2 Lid-type), Downhill Brake Control (DBC) – Driver Selectable, Dynamic Welcome Lighting, Ergo-Motion, Ergo-Motion driver seat, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO/LO/LS/JC/Evasive Steering Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO/LO/LS/JC/Evasive Steering Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO/LO/LS/JC/Evasive Steering Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO/LO/LS/JC/Evasive Steering Assist, Grille – Black + Silver Accents w/ Silver paint on lower grille, HTRAC AWD (Active on-demand), Headliner/Pillar – Suede, Highway Driving Assist – HDA II, Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium, Inside rearview mirror – EC mirror with Homelink, Inside rearview mirror – Full Display EC mirror with Homelink, Integrated memory system for driver seat, Leg cushion extension, Metal paint + pad print interior trim (Calligraphy), Rain-sensing windshield wipers, Relaxation Mode (Front seats), Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), Seating materials – Premium Nappa Leather, Stay Mode (HEV – EV-like parked infotainment/HVAC use)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 86.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 46.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 19.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 181 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in |
| Overall height | 69.5 in |
| Overall length | 199.4 in |
| Overall width | 78 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3470 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L MPI + GDI DOHC 24-Valve V-Type 6-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 287 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 19 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.7 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 43 in |
| Third-row legroom | 32.1 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $56,560 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 61.4 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.2 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | 265/45 R21 108V XL |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.6 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4872 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4420 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6327 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 21 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety34 std · 0 opt
- Highway Driving Assist – HDA II
- Smart Cruise Control 2 (w/ Emergency Stop)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist 2
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Driver and front passenger airbag (2)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection & JT/DO/LO/LS/JC/Evasive Steering Assist
- Front (2) and 2nd row (2) side impact airbags
- Front center airbag (1)
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go & Curve Control
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
- 2x LATCH anchors & 3 tethers (for bench seat) in 2nd row; 2x LATCH & 3 tethers for 3rd row
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC) – Driver Selectable
- Driver Attention Warning
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse
- Safe Exit Assist w/ rear door indicator
- Trailer Sway Control
- ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning (Outside mirrors)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Driver Knee Airbag (1)
- Electronic parking brake with Auto Vehicle Hold
- Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist
- Forward Attention Warning
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Rear child safety locks
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners and Load Limiters for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd row outboard seats
- Vehicle stability management
- Immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator
Infotainment16 std · 0 opt
- 12" Head-up Display (color)
- Wifi Hotspot
- 12.3" color touchscreen with onboard Navigation
- Alexa Built-in Voice Assistant
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- Bose 14-speaker premium audio system with Centerpoint and SoundTrue Enhanced Technology
- Built-In Dash Cam (front & rear)
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- High Power USB-Cs: Two 1st row (2x USB-C Power) + Two 2nd row + Two 3rd row
- In-Car Payment / Digital Features & Services
- Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices)
- Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates
- Panoramic curved dual 12.3-in displays
- Passenger Talk In-car intercom
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SiriusXM / HD Radio
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium
- Proximity key entry with push button start
- Remote engine start (on key fob)
- 115-volt power outlet
- Auto up/down window controls (Rear windows)
- Power window lock-out button
- Remote release Hood
- 12-volt outlet – 2 total: 1 Fr, 1 cargo
- Power windows with safety front auto-down/up
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 3-Zone automatic climate control w/auto defog
- PTC Heater
Seating15 std · 0 opt
- Integrated memory system for driver seat
- 4-way lumbar
- 2nd Row Power Adjustable Seats
- 2nd Row – Captain's Chairs ("wing-out" headrests)
- 2nd Row – Relaxation Mode
- 3rd Row Power Folding/Unfolding/Reclining/Sliding seats
- 3rd row 60/40 split-fold seats with ingress/egress handles
- 8-way power passenger seat
- Ergo-Motion
- Ergo-Motion driver seat
- Leg cushion extension
- One-touch 2nd row seat slide for 3rd row access
- Relaxation Mode (Front seats)
- Seating materials – Premium Nappa Leather
- Tilting Walk-In Feature – Power
Interior14 std · 0 opt
- Inside rearview mirror – Full Display EC mirror with Homelink
- Headliner/Pillar – Suede
- Inside rearview mirror – EC mirror with Homelink
- Aluminum door scuff plates / Cargo sill plate
- Dashboard – Wrapped, artificial leather
- Deluxe center console with storage compartment (clamshell 2 Lid-type)
- Front seat seatback pockets
- Metal paint + pad print interior trim (Calligraphy)
- Two-tone steering wheel (excludes Black interior)
- UV-C sterilization compartment (center console)
- Upper door panels / console armrest – Premium Soft Touch
- Sunvisor – W/ illumination
- Sunvisor – W/ sliding function
- Door storage pockets – Front and rear
Exterior20 std · 0 opt
- LED headlights (Projector)
- Acoustic side glass – Front and Rear
- Acoustic windshield
- Body color cladding (Calligraphy)
- Door handle welcome lights
- Dynamic Welcome Lighting
- Grille – Black + Silver Accents w/ Silver paint on lower grille
- LED center positioning light
- LED daytime running lights
- LED rear combination lamps/taillights
- Outside mirrors – Heated
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Shark-fin roof antenna
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Automatic headlights
- Privacy glass – Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass – Front door, windshield
- LED Roof-mounted center high-mount wide stop lamp
- Rear spoiler – Wide Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- HTRAC AWD (Active on-demand)
- Terrain Mode Select (Mud, Snow, Sand) – Dash-mounted button + toggle switch
- Drive Mode Select (Eco, Sport, & My Drive) – Dash-mounted button + toggle switch
- Shift-by-Wire w/paddle shifters
- Stay Mode (HEV – EV-like parked infotainment/HVAC use)
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- Rear suspension – Self-Leveling suspension
Cargo4 std · 0 opt
- Tow Hitch
- TOW mode – Dash-mounted button
- Cargo – Underfloor storage compartment
- Trailering Package (trailer prewire, HD engine/trans coolers, sway control)
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Common questions about the Calligraphy
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy?
The manufacturer lists $56,560 for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy. That is $17,125 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy add over the SE?
Against the SE, 46 features become standard that the SE does not and 11 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.