2025 Hyundai Palisade still remains popular and top selling SUV in todays high competitive market. Thanks to its upgraded exterior and premium interiors. But the confusing part of buy this SUV is that it is available in six trims and that’s why we have taken business in our hands to help you chose better suitable trims for you.
Powertrain and Performance
2025 Hyundai Palisade have powerful 3.8-liter V6 engine which produce astonishing 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Impressive part is that this features 8-speed automatic transmission with front wheel drive as a standard feature.
For those who needs all wheel drive good news is that it is available in all the trim levels. Notably, Top level trim which is Caligraphy night edition offers all wheel drive in standard. However, one thing where Hyundai missed opportunity is in XRT Trim which is offroad trim and does not offer all wheel drive as standard.
Towing performance it is a work horse with towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs when using a trailer with brakes. However, one thing interested to note that without trailer breaks this towing capacity drops down to 1,650 lbs.
Enough talk about this and that now lets breakdown each trim of 2025 Hyundai Palisade:
- Base Model
- SEL
- XRT
- SEL Premium
- Limited Edition
- Caligraphy
Palisade SE: The Base Model
Palisade SE is the base level model of 2025 Hyundai Palisade costing $38,675 for standard version while costing extra $2000 for all-wheel drive. This Trim offers 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and satin chrome door handles.
Feature wise it offers proximity key, push-start button and seating for eight passengers. Tech features includes impressive 12.3 inch center screen which is my favorite in segment. It has support for apple carplay and android auto simultaneously for two devices which is impressive.
Now talk about what safety features this trim offers. blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic assist, and forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection. overall i must say we get plenty of safety features in this base level trims.
Palisade SEL: Added Comfort and Features
Lets explore second level trim which is SEL trim, this trim cost around $41,425 comes with front wheel drive as a standard and for for all wheel drive you will be charged extra $2000.
Highlight features includes door handle welcome lights, H-Tex trimmed interior, heated front seats, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat. In base trim you get bench seats at rear but in SEL trim you get captain’s chairs which offers much more comfort.
Additional upgrades over base trims are LED Taillights, silver roof rails, a hands-free power liftgate, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and acoustic laminated front-side glass for a quieter cabin. lets not forget wireless phone charging is also included.
Palisade XRT: Rugged Looks, Minimal Off-Road Upgrades
Lets talk about off-roading lovers trim Palisade XRT trim, design wise it offers darkened front grille, blacked-out 20-inch XRT-specific wheels, and black roof rails with crossbars. these design updates do make it look like impressive off-roader SUV.
However, what is feel is standard all wheel drive missing but you can get it for additional $2,000 on top of standard trim of $44,525.
Palisade SEL Premium: More Luxury and Safety
SEL Premium trim was previously an optional package but now an trim level in 2025 upgrade. It cost around $46,200 for front wheel drive while the all-wheel-drive version costs $48,200. i believe this is the most valuable trim level across all other trim levels. this is the trim level from which you get advanced safety features including:
- forward collision avoidance assist
- evasive steering,
- front parking sensors,
- surround-view monitor,
- blind-spot view monitor.
Additional notable upgrades include:
- 20-inch alloy wheels,
- auto-dimming side mirrors,
- acoustic rear-side glass,
- rear-side window sunshades,
- heated second-row seats,
- ventilated front and second-row seats,
- heated steering wheel,
- memory settings for the driver’s seat
- 12.3-inch digital instrument clusters.
Palisade Limited: Stepping into Luxury
Lets move to what Palisade Limited trim has to offer, this trim cost around $50,075 for front-wheel drive & $52,750 for all-wheel-drive version. I believe it is slightly overpriced compared to its features.
as a name suggest it offers premium features like
- leather upholstery,
- rain-sensing wipers,
- power thigh cushion extension for the driver’s seat,
- power-folding third-row seats,
- heated seats in all three rows.
Also, the infotainment system is upgraded with premium 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
Palisade Calligraphy: The Ultimate Luxury Trim
The top level trim, calligraphy trim is not only a most luxury trim but also most luxurious looking SUV in current market costing around $52,400. It features:
- Calligraphy-specific 20-inch wheels,
- side mirror puddle lights,
- premium Nappa leather seats,
- microfiber suede headliner,
- quilted leather door panels.
- It also includes a digital rearview mirror and Remote Smart Parking Assist.
Our Recommendation
Overall, 2025 Hyundai Palisade is great feature loaded SUV of 2025. As someone who has personally hands on experience with all of the trim i recommend you SEL Premium trim as a most value for money trim. If budget is not problem for you then you can go for top Calligraphy trim as it offers most luxurious experience.
