Hyundai's New Palisade V6 Renders the Previous Model Seemingly Sluggish | Carscoops

      The new large SUV has become heavier and slower, as test results reveal a surprising decline in speed, with a hybrid model offering a solution.

      12 hours ago by Brad Anderson

      The updated Palisade XRT Pro AWD has gained 369 lbs compared to its predecessor.

      It has decreased by 4 horsepower and 2 lb-ft in torque relative to the older model.

      Car and Driver recorded a slower 0–60 mph time of 8.1 seconds.

      Hyundai’s newest Palisade may appear and feel more upscale than before, but it notably lags in terms of speed. The second-generation SUV features enhanced luxury, refinement, and weight, with the added mass slightly hindering its acceleration.

      It’s worth noting that likely very few Hyundai Palisade buyers are primarily focused on how swiftly their SUV can accelerate.

      One publication tested the new model and found that, mainly due to the increased weight, the 2026 Palisade with the 287hp 3.5-liter V6 underperforms compared to the earlier version.

      What Do The Numbers Indicate?

      In a recent test, Car and Driver achieved the best 0–60 mph time of 8.1 seconds with the V6-equipped Palisade XRT Pro AWD, while the previous model clocked in at 6.4 seconds.

      The new version is 369 lbs (167 kg) heavier than the former one, and it can no longer utilize brake-torque to prepare the driveline for launch.

      The new Palisade accelerates from 0–70 mph in a leisurely 10.4 seconds, over two seconds slower than the previous model, and a rolling test from 5–60 mph took a similarly unhurried 8.4 seconds.

      Acceleration in gear has also deteriorated. The 2026 Palisade takes 4.0 seconds to accelerate from 30 mph to 50 mph in top gear and 5.8 seconds from 50 mph to 70 mph. In contrast, the first-generation model performed these tasks in just 3.2 seconds and 4.3 seconds, respectively.

      As for the quarter-mile, that now requires 16.1 seconds, a full 1.3 seconds longer than the old model.

      The 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 in the new Palisade produces 287 hp and 260 lb-ft (352 Nm) of torque, marking a reduction of 4 hp and 2 lb-ft compared to its predecessor.

      What’s The Alternative?

      Consumers looking for improved acceleration will need to choose the new hybrid powertrain. This configuration combines a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors, generating a combined output of 329 hp and 339 lb-ft (459 Nm) of torque. Thanks to this setup, the hybrid variant can reach 60 mph in a much brisker 6.6 seconds.