Penny the Palisade is ....
I am writing to provide feedback regarding my 2026 Hyundai Palisade Limited, which I purchased on January 10th. My vehicle is currently at McFarland Hyundai for recall service, and I must express my disappointment regarding the frequency of recalls so shortly after purchase.
While I appreciate the Palisade XRT loaner provided during this service, my experience with both vehicles has raised several performance and safety concerns. First, I have noticed a significant performance gap; my Limited model lacks the torque and acceleration found in the XRT. Furthermore, the XRT drivetrain is notably smoother, whereas the Limited has a stiff suspension that makes road imperfections quite noticeable.
Regarding safety, I believe Hyundai should equip vehicles delivered to northern regions with tires better suited for winter conditions, such as the Continental tires found on the XRT. The Kumho Majesty tires on my Limited lack necessary grip; on two occasions, I experienced dangerous sliding while in snow mode, which has made me hesitant to drive the vehicle in winter weather. In comparison, my previous 2020 Kia Telluride provided much more confidence in snow, even with worn tires. While the Palisade’s headlights offer superior visibility, these traction issues remain a primary concern.
Additionally, the fuel economy on both Palisade models is disappointing, as I am averaging only 15 mpg on country roads. This, combined with engine lag when merging onto highways, has been quite frustrating.
On a positive note, I do enjoy the premium features of the Limited, specifically the Cloud Gray interior, the ambient lighting, and the Bose sound system. I hope these performance and safety issues can be addressed to ensure the driving experience matches the high quality of the vehicle's interior.
Thank you for your time and for considering this feedback.