Which Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Trim Is the Best Deal?Michael Simari - Car and DriverIf you're wondering which Hyundai Palisade to buy, we recommend the Blue SEL Premium hybrid.The Blue SEL Premium sits above the already well-equipped Blue SEL and adds some desirable features for a reasonable price.Options to consider on the Blue SEL Premium include all-wheel drive and a choice of a bench or captain's chairs for the second row.See Our Comprehensive Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Make-Model PageShop New Cars | Shop Used CarsAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Hyundai Palisade is a new favorite in the family three-row SUV ranks, having won its first 10Best award this year. Choosing among two powertrains and a slew of trim levels can be a chore, though, so we're here to help. If you're shopping for a Palisade, we can save you some time by recommending the trim level and options that pack the best value.Which Palisade Trim Level Is the Best?Before selecting a trim level, you have to pick your Palisade's powertrain. We're partial to the hybrid over the V-6, as it's both quicker and more fuel efficient, and you'll pay just a couple thousand bucks more for a comparable hybrid. (Note that the hybrid, not the gas-only Palisade, is the one on our 2026 10Best list.)With that decided, we'd go with the $49,120 Blue SEL Premium trim. Compared to the Blue SEL, it adds a heated steering wheel, power adjustments for the front passenger seat, ventilation for the front seats, heat and ventilation for the second row, a 360-degree camera system, and a sunroof. The Premium also has side parking sensors in addition to the Blue SEL's front and rear units, and it gets automated braking in reverse.Michael Simari - Car and DriverWhat Options Should You Consider?There is only one factory option available on the Blue SEL Premium. Buyers have their choice of a three-across bench seat or a pair of captain's chairs for the second row at no extra charge. Note that opting for the bench means no ventilation for your row-two crew members and lowers the seat count from eight to seven.AdvertisementAdvertisementIf you want all-wheel drive, you have to go for the SEL Premium, which isn't as efficiency focused as the front-wheel-drive Blue variant. That one's equipped very similarly and starts at $51,120.What Do You Miss Out On in the Higher Trim Levels?Hyundai offers two more Palisade Hybrid trim levels beyond the SEL Premiums: Limited and Calligraphy. Both come standard with all-wheel drive and those second-row captain's chairs. The Limited model trades 18-inch wheels for 20s, extends the roof opening to a dual pane sunroof, and gets a premium sound system, real leather upholstery in place of faux leather, and a massage function for the driver's seat, plus heat and power fold, recline, and slide for the third row. The Limited also gets a factory-installed tow hitch that's not offered on lower trims.The Calligraphy steps even further into luxury territory with 21-inch wheels, even nicer leather upholstery, power adjustments for the second-row seats, a head-up display, advance collision-avoidance features, remote parking, and built-in front and rear dash cams.➡️ Skip the lot. Let Car and Driver help you find your next car.AdvertisementAdvertisementShop New Cars Shop Used CarsYou Might Also LikeGift Guide: Best Ride-On Electric Cars for KidsFuture Cars Worth Waiting For: 2025–2029
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