New & Used 2026 Hyundai Palisade for Sale nearCourtenay, BC

How much does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade cost?

Prices have softened 7.21% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 312 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade a good car?

Yes — the 2026 Hyundai Palisade earns a 5/5 user rating and an 8.8/10 expert rating.

The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

It is presented as a redesigned three-row SUV that blends family-friendly practicality with more style than a minivan and nearly as much utility. The cabin is spacious, the ride quality is a standout, and the overall package is aimed at buyers who want something comfortable and polished for daily use.

The main trade-offs are that fuel economy trails top rivals and the XRT trim gives up some luxury features, so it is less compelling if efficiency or the most upscale equipment is your priority.

30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2026 Palisade is described as a refined, comfortable, and well-finished three-row SUV, with a standard V6 that feels quiet and smooth in everyday driving. Hyundai also backs it with a generous new-car warranty of five years or 100,000 kilometres, which is a useful ownership advantage for used buyers.

Its dependability story is helped by the fact that the powertrain and ride tuning are presented as mature and well sorted, rather than experimental. For used shoppers, the main long-term risk is that higher fuel consumption and more complex equipment on upper trims can raise running costs if you choose a heavily optioned example.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Preferred Trend trim gives you the core Palisade experience, while the XRT Pro adds side parking sensors, reverse automatic braking, and off-road-oriented hardware, and the Luxury and Ultimate Calligraphy trims add more premium equipment. The XRT Pro loses some luxury features, so make sure the added capability is worth the trade-off for you.
• Powertrain: The standard model uses a 3.5-litre V6 with 287 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and standard AWD in Canada. A hybrid powertrain is also available, with a 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder and twin electric motors for a total of 329 hp and 339 lb-ft.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning with car, pedestrian, and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane following assist, driver attention monitoring, safe exit assist, and front and rear parking sensors. XRT Pro adds side parking sensors and reverse automatic braking, while Ultimate Calligraphy adds evasive steering assist.
• Infotainment: You get a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a second 12.3-inch touchscreen, plus standard onboard navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto. Ultimate Calligraphy also adds a 12-inch head-up display, while XRT Pro, Luxury, and Ultimate Calligraphy models get a surround view monitor.
• Fuel efficiency: Most gas-only models are rated at 12.2 L/100 km city, 9.7 highway, and 11.1 combined. The XRT Pro rises to 14.3 L/100 km city, 10.6 highway, and 12.7 combined, while the hybrid is rated at 8.3 L/100 km city, 7.9 highway, and 8.1 combined.

Which 2026 Hyundai Palisade trim should I buy?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is offered in 4 trim levels: Preferred Trend, XRT Pro, Luxury, and Ultimate Calligraphy.

Here's the short version:

• Preferred Trend: This is the entry point and gives you the core redesigned Palisade experience, including the standard V6, AWD, dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless smartphone integration, and the full standard safety suite. It is the trim to start with if you want the best value and do not need the extra equipment on the higher trims.
• XRT Pro: This is the one to choose if you want the more rugged, off-road-oriented version. It adds all-terrain tyres, more ground clearance, improved approach and departure angles, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, recovery hooks, side parking sensors, reverse automatic braking, and a factory tow hitch. It is the best fit if you want capability and are willing to give up some luxury touches.
• Luxury: This trim is the sweet spot for many buyers because it adds the hybrid powertrain and more premium equipment without going all the way to the top. It also gets the surround view monitor and Bose audio system, making it a strong balance of comfort, tech, and efficiency.
• Ultimate Calligraphy: This is the most luxurious choice, with the most advanced safety and convenience features, including evasive steering assist, Highway Driving Assist II, front and rear dashcams, a head-up display, and the highest-end cabin presentation. Choose it if you want the most upscale Palisade experience.

The safety package is comprehensive across the range, but some features are reserved for higher trims, so it is worth comparing equipment carefully before you buy.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Hyundai Palisade?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you are patient.

• Deal availability: 30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 312 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.21% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $57,487 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade's resale value?

The current average of $58,287 CAD sits slightly below last year's $62,818 CAD.

That softer pricing trend suggests the market has become more favourable for buyers, which can make future resale a little more competitive for sellers. If you buy now, you may benefit from the lower entry price, but you should also expect resale values to reflect the same cooling trend if the market stays soft.

Well-equipped trims with strong demand and broad appeal should hold up better than niche versions. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade safe?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade hadn’t received safety ratings from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) at the time of writing.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

The Palisade offers a comprehensive suite of driver-assist features, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning with car, pedestrian, and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane following assist, driver attention monitoring, safe exit assist, and front and rear parking sensors. XRT Pro adds side parking sensors and reverse automatic braking, while Ultimate Calligraphy adds evasive steering assist and an upgraded Highway Driving Assist II system with lane-change assistance.

One caveat is that the system’s cyclist detection was not perfect in testing, so you should still treat the driver-assistance tech as a support system rather than a substitute for attention behind the wheel.

Should I buy a 2026 Hyundai Palisade or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.21% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesigned model brings a more upscale cabin, more technology, and a stronger overall package than the outgoing version.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $47,771 CAD, the 2025 costs less than the current year's $58,287 CAD average.
• It remains a well-rounded three-row SUV with strong styling, technology, and packaging.

The bottom line: Choose the 2026 if you want the most polished Palisade and are comfortable paying more for the redesign. If your priority is value, the 2025 is the smarter buy when the price gap matters more than the latest updates.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.