# Hyundai Palisade specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2027
- **MPG (combined):** 19-34
- **Drive:** AWD, FWD
- **Years covered:** 2020-2027

## Quick answer

The 2027 Hyundai Palisade is a midsize/large SUV rated at 19-34 mpg combined. Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.5L V6.

## Every 2027 Hyundai Palisade version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | FWD | Automatic | 33/35 | 34 mpg | $1,950 | 258 g/mi |
| Palisade Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | FWD | Automatic | 31/32 | 31 mpg | $2,150 | 283 g/mi |
| Palisade Hybrid AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 29/31 | 30 mpg | $2,250 | 295 g/mi |
| Palisade FWD | 3.5L V6 | FWD | Automatic | 19/26 | 22 mpg | $3,050 | 407 g/mi |
| Palisade AWD | 3.5L V6 | AWD | Automatic | 18/24 | 20 mpg | $3,350 | 440 g/mi |
| Palisade XRT Pro | 3.5L V6 | AWD | Automatic | 16/22 | 19 mpg | $3,550 | 479 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Hyundai Palisade specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2027 | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.5L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-34 |
| 2026 | 3.5L V6; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-34 |
| 2025 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |
| 2024 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |
| 2023 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |
| 2022 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |
| 2021 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |
| 2020 | 3.8L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Palisade changed over the years?

- **2026:** added 3.5L V6 and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; dropped 3.8L V6.

## What does it cost to run a Palisade?

The EPA puts the 2027 Hyundai Palisade's fuel cost at **$1,950-$3,550 a year**, against about $3,050 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 10% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $13,750 in fuel.

## Palisade vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 |
| [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 |
| [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 |
| [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 |
| [Volvo XC90](/vehicles/volvo-xc90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 |
| [Mazda CX-90](/vehicles/mazda-cx-90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 25-26 mpg | $2,700-$3,300 |

Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2027 Hyundai Palisade get?

The 2027 Hyundai Palisade is EPA-rated at 19-34 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2027 Hyundai Palisade have?

The 2027 Hyundai Palisade comes with: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.5L V6. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD.

### Is there a hybrid Hyundai Palisade?

Yes. The Hyundai Palisade has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Hyundai Palisade year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2027 Hyundai Palisade has the highest combined rating, up to 34 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Hyundai Palisade for a year?

About $1,950-$3,550 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Hyundai Palisade?

The most efficient 2027 version, the Palisade Hybrid FWD Blue, is rated 33 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (34 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2027 Hyundai Palisade emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 258-479 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2027 Hyundai Palisade come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2027 Hyundai Palisade is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Hyundai Palisade cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs?

Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $1,950-$3,550 compares with about $3,050 for other current midsize/large SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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