Comfort and Ease of Use

For seniors, comfort and accessibility are top priorities when choosing a vehicle. The Hyundai Palisade delivers in this area with several key features:

Spacious Interior: The Palisade offers plenty of legroom and headroom for both the driver and passengers. Its three-row seating is designed for easy entry and exit, making it perfect for those who may have mobility concerns.

Power-Adjustable Seating: The Palisade comes with power-adjustable, heated, and ventilated seats, allowing seniors to customize their seating position for maximum comfort. Lumbar support is also included, which can reduce back strain during long drives.

Quiet Cabin: Hyundai has focused on reducing noise levels inside the Palisade, offering a peaceful, quiet ride—a benefit for seniors who appreciate a calm driving experience.

Easy-to-Use Controls: The Palisade’s user-friendly infotainment system includes large, easy-to-read buttons and knobs. The touchscreen is responsive, and the voice command system allows for hands-free control of navigation, calls, and music, making it simple for seniors to manage the car’s features without distraction.

Safety Features

Safety is often a top concern for older drivers, and the Hyundai Palisade is equipped with a suite of advanced safety features designed to provide peace of mind:

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist: This feature detects potential collisions with vehicles or pedestrians and applies emergency braking if necessary.

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance: Seniors may appreciate the extra visibility this feature provides. It alerts drivers to vehicles in their blind spots and helps avoid lane-change collisions.

Lane Keeping Assist: This system helps ensure that the Palisade stays centered in its lane, providing gentle steering corrections if the car begins to drift unintentionally.

Surround View Monitor: For seniors who may find parking difficult, the Palisade’s surround-view camera provides a 360-degree view around the vehicle, making parking and maneuvering in tight spaces much easier.

Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go: This feature automatically adjusts the vehicle’s speed to maintain a safe distance from the car ahead and can bring the Palisade to a complete stop in traffic, then resume driving without the driver needing to engage the accelerator.

Technology and Convenience

The Hyundai Palisade is packed with technology aimed at enhancing convenience for drivers of all ages, particularly seniors:

Wireless Charging and Multiple USB Ports: Seniors can easily charge their smartphones and other devices without the hassle of cables.

Hands-Free Power Liftgate: For seniors with mobility issues, the hands-free power liftgate is a convenient feature that allows easy access to the cargo area without fumbling for keys.

Driver Talk and Quiet Mode: These unique features allow the driver to communicate with rear passengers via the car’s audio system or mute the back-seat speakers for a quieter ride, which can be helpful for those who travel with family or friends.

Navigation and Voice Commands: The built-in navigation system is simple to use, with voice commands that reduce the need to manually input addresses, keeping drivers focused on the road.

Fuel Efficiency and Performance

The Palisade is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine, delivering a smooth and confident driving experience. While it’s strong enough to handle highway driving with ease, it also provides a comfortable and stable ride around town.

Fuel Economy: The Palisade offers decent fuel efficiency for an SUV of its size, averaging about 19 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. Seniors who frequently take road trips or long drives will appreciate the balance between performance and fuel economy.

Costs and Trim Levels

The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is available in several trim levels, each with varying features and price points:

SE (Base Model): Starting at around $37,000, the SE comes equipped with many of the Palisade’s standard safety and convenience features, making it an affordable option for seniors who want a reliable and comfortable SUV.

SEL: Priced at approximately $40,000, the SEL offers additional upgrades such as power-adjustable seats, a wireless charging pad, and second-row captain’s chairs, which are great for those who frequently drive passengers.

XRT: At around $42,000, the XRT adds a rugged appearance package, with features like blacked-out trim and wheels, appealing to those looking for a more stylish and sporty option.

Limited: The Limited trim, priced around $47,000, includes luxury features such as leather upholstery, a dual-pane sunroof, and a premium Harman Kardon sound system.

Calligraphy: The top-of-the-line Calligraphy trim starts at about $50,000. It includes all of the premium features from lower trims plus exclusive details like quilted leather seats and a more refined exterior design, providing the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

Warranties and Value

Hyundai is known for its excellent warranties, and the Palisade is no exception. It comes with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which provides added peace of mind for seniors looking for long-term reliability.