2026 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander in Terre Haute, IN

Powertrain - Hyundai Dealership in Terre Haute, IN

Palisade offers two compelling choices under the hood. The new 3.5-liter V6 targets up to 287 horsepower and pairs with an 8-speed automatic tuned for smooth, linear response. Families who want extended range and confident torque will gravitate to the first-ever Palisade Hybrid, which combines a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with integrated motor assistance in a 6-speed automatic for a targeted system output up to 329 horsepower and up to 339 lb.-ft. of torque. Internal testing targets up to 619 miles of range, helping reduce stops on long trips while providing reassuring passing power when fully loaded. Hybrid models are engineered with features that enhance the EV-like experience, including a Stay Mode function that allows extended infotainment and HVAC use when parked by monitoring the high-voltage battery state. Regardless of powertrain, calibration and insulation efforts make Palisade remarkably quiet at highway speeds, and both configurations are tuned for family-friendly drivability around town. Whether your routine includes daily carpools or weekend hikes out of town, this powertrain lineup provides flexible performance that is easy to live with and, importantly for many buyers, feels refined and relaxed from the first test drive at our showroom.

Safety - Hyundai Palisade vs Toyota Grand Highlander

Hyundai’s SmartSense portfolio in Palisade scales up for 2026 with a robust mix of driver assistance and passive protection. Key features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Forward Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. New for 2026, Palisade brings ten standard airbags, including a center-front airbag, full-length side curtains with third-row coverage, and—rare in the segment—third-row seat belt pretensioners and load limiters. A built-in dual-camera Dash Cam can continuously record drives and automatically save segments after events; it can also monitor movement when parked. An available full-display digital center rearview mirror helps drivers see past tall passengers or cargo, while an Advanced Rear Occupant Alert discreetly mounted under the headliner monitors for movement and can sound the horn and send a Bluelink® alert if needed. With over-the-air update capability, Palisade can receive future software enhancements remotely. At Dorsett Hyundai, we emphasize these thoughtful safety touches because they meaningfully support family routines—whether pulling out of a packed lot or navigating a late-night highway run in Terre Haute, IN.

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Choosing a three-row family SUV is about more than specs—it is about how the vehicle supports daily life now and stays current over years of ownership. With its larger cabin, serene ride, and standout innovations—from Relaxation Seats and third-row heat to the built-in Dash Cam and Hyundai Pay®—Palisade feels engineered for modern families. Add the confidence of HTRAC® with Tow Mode, the trail-ready XRT PRO with eLSD hardware, and a hybrid that targets exceptional range, and it becomes clear why our team recommends Palisade when evaluating 2026 Hyundai Palisade vs 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. We invite you to see and feel the difference at Dorsett Hyundai, where our product specialists can tailor a trim—ICE or Hybrid—to your needs, set up wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and walk you through Bluelink® connected services. When you visit us in Terre Haute, IN, we will answer every question, arrange a thorough test drive, and help you compare configurations side by side. For families mapping out years of carpools, road trips, and weekend projects, Palisade delivers the comfort, technology, and capability advantage that endures.