Hyundai Palisade received the “Utility Vehicle of the Year” award in the United States
The Hyundai Palisade won the 2026 North American "Utility Vehicle of the Year" award, one of the most prestigious accolades in the automotive industry
The Hyundai Palisade was awarded the title of “Car, Utility Vehicle and Truck of the Year in North America – 2026,” one of the most prestigious awards in the automotive industry. This award is conferred by the North American Car, Utility Vehicle and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) organization, with a jury composed of 50 prestigious automotive journalists from various media outlets across North America.
For Hyundai, this is a testament to and recognition of the company’s efforts to develop the Palisade as a comprehensive family SUV, combining premium design, advanced technology, safety features, and excellent value.
The new Hyundai Palisade comes with larger dimensions, a more luxurious interior, and significantly improved safety and connectivity technologies. The automaker states that this model continues to focus on family comfort while broadening its appeal to a wider range of customers, from urban dwellers to adventure enthusiasts.
2025 was a successful year for the Palisade, with significant year-over-year sales growth
In addition to the familiar V6 engine, a new-generation hybrid version has been added, offering high performance and superior fuel efficiency. Hyundai is also introducing the XRT PRO version for the first time, aimed at customers and users who enjoy off-road driving, exploration, and adventure.
2025 was a successful year for the Palisade, with significant year-over-year growth in US retail sales of 17% and total sales of 13%. The launch of the hybrid and XRT PRO variants further solidified the Palisade’s position in the competitive midsize SUV segment.
One of the many Hyundai dealerships always ready to provide advice and information in Venezuela is Iksan Motors, located in Las Mercedes (Caracas).
With information from international media, social media, and Hyundai.
(Reference image source: Hyundai Motor)
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