REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOJae Park / PexelsOur verdict
8.0 / 10The all-new 2026 Palisade arrives in the UAE as the most complete Hyundai has ever offered — longer, better equipped and now powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder across all trims. For families needing three functional rows and a generous equipment list, it undercuts the Kia Telluride while staying far cheaper than a Land Cruiser or Patrol.
Who it's for — UAE families of 5–8 who want premium-SUV features at mainstream prices — school runs, road trips to Oman, and everything in between.
PROS
- +Outstanding value: panoramic sunroof and ADAS suite well below AED 240k
- +Genuinely usable third row with power fold/slide on higher trims
- +Generous UAE warranty (5 yrs / unlimited km) and Al-Futtaim service coverage
- +Bold new design lifts perceived premium feel significantly
- +100W USB-C in every row — practical for UAE family life
CONS
- –Smart and Limited are FWD — only Calligraphy gets AWD for off-road or wet-weather capability
- –Boot space with all three rows in use is modest at 311 L
- –Residuals are average for a Korean make vs. Japanese rivals
- –Bose audio only on Calligraphy — Limited misses out
Specifications
POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
Features
SAFETY & ADAS
7 airbags standard, including full-length side-curtain extending to third row
AEB with junction turning and pedestrian/cyclist detection
Active intervention to prevent lane changes into traffic
Adaptive cruise with stop-and-go function
Corrective steering to maintain lane
Braking intervention when reversing into cross traffic
Monitors steering input for drowsiness
360-degree camera system
Alerts rear passengers when traffic approaching before door opens
COMFORT
3-zone automatic climate control
Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
Hands-free smart power liftgate
Seat heating and ventilation on front row
8-way power driver seat on Smart; 10-way on Limited and above
Power-folding, sliding and reclining third-row seats
Second-row seats with deployable upper-leg supports
Heating and ventilation for second row
Smartphone NFC key with sharing capability
Fingerprint-based engine start and user profile selection
Colour HUD projecting speed and ADAS info
15W dual wireless charging pad
100W USB-C in every row (6 ports total)
INFOTAINMENT
Panoramic curved screen — 12.3" digital cluster + 12.3" navigation touchscreen
Wireless on Limited and above; wired on Smart
Bose 14-speaker premium audio
Hyundai Bluelink with OTA updates
Dual rear seat screens available on Calligraphy
Trim ladder
| PRICE | AED 173,985 | AED 203,595 | AED 238,875 |
| POWER | 277 hp | 277 hp | 277 hp |
| 0–100 KM/H | 8.2 s | 8.2 s | 7.5 s |
| FUEL | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| ECONOMY | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| DRIVE | FWD | FWD | AWD |
Hyundai
Hugely improved quality backed by long warranties; resale is catching up to the Japanese.
A brand transformed — striking design and feature-rich cars that now rival the Japanese on quality.
In the UAE — Generous warranty and kit; a smart-money mainstream pick.
Where to get it
Official listings are GCC spec. Grey-market imports may be other specs (US, Chinese, Japan) — always confirm the spec, as it affects warranty, A/C cooling and resale.
BUY FROM
RENT FROM
Rental partners coming soon
Warranty — 5 years / unlimited km · GCC-standard Hyundai warranty; roadside assistance included for warranty period.
Frequently asked
How much does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade cost in the UAE?+
The Hyundai Palisade ranges from AED 173,985 (Smart) to AED 238,875 for the top trim in the UAE, GCC spec.
Is the Hyundai Palisade worth buying?+
Caralog rates the Hyundai Palisade 8/10. The all-new 2026 Palisade arrives in the UAE as the most complete Hyundai has ever offered — longer, better equipped and now powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder across all trims. For families needing three functional rows and a generous equipment list, it undercuts the Kia Telluride while staying far cheaper than a Land Cruiser or Patrol.
Who should buy the Hyundai Palisade?+
UAE families of 5–8 who want premium-SUV features at mainstream prices — school runs, road trips to Oman, and everything in between.
What are the pros and cons of the Hyundai Palisade?+
Pros: Outstanding value: panoramic sunroof and ADAS suite well below AED 240k; Genuinely usable third row with power fold/slide on higher trims; Generous UAE warranty (5 yrs / unlimited km) and Al-Futtaim service coverage; Bold new design lifts perceived premium feel significantly; 100W USB-C in every row — practical for UAE family life. Cons: Smart and Limited are FWD — only Calligraphy gets AWD for off-road or wet-weather capability; Boot space with all three rows in use is modest at 311 L; Residuals are average for a Korean make vs. Japanese rivals; Bose audio only on Calligraphy — Limited misses out.
Is the Hyundai Palisade reliable, and does it hold its value?+
Hyundai has strong reliability and average resale in the UAE. Hugely improved quality backed by long warranties; resale is catching up to the Japanese.
How fast is the Hyundai Palisade?+
The Hyundai Palisade makes 277 hp and does 0–100 km/h in 8.2s (top speed 195 km/h).
What is the fuel economy of the Hyundai Palisade?+
The Hyundai Palisade returns about 10.8 L/100km combined.
How many seats does the Hyundai Palisade have?+
The Hyundai Palisade seats 8, with 311 litres of boot space.
Where can I buy the Hyundai Palisade in the UAE?+
Available from Al-Futtaim Hyundai. 5 years / unlimited km warranty.
What are the alternatives to the Hyundai Palisade?+
Cross-shop the Kia Telluride, Toyota Fortuner, Nissan Patrol, Ford Explorer, Toyota Land Cruiser 300.