Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Hyundai Palisade:
The Definitive Family SUV for Life in Oklahoma

Modern family life in the Oklahoma City metro area is a dynamic blend of purposeful commutes, bustling suburban activities, and the ever-present call to adventure. Your vehicle needs to be a trusted partner, capable of navigating the morning school run in Midwest City, heading to a soccer tournament in Edmond, and then seamlessly transitioning to a weekend family trip to the Oklahoma City Zoo.

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade is engineered from the ground up to be this partner—a flagship three-row SUV that masterfully combines sophisticated design, intelligent technology, and uncompromising versatility for families who expect more.

The decision to purchase a new family vehicle is one of the most significant a household can make, and it comes with important questions about long-term value and reliability. Hyundai addresses this fundamental concern with a foundational promise that sets it apart: America's Best Warranty.

This includes the industry-leading 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, a testament to the confidence Hyundai has in its engineering and a long-term commitment to your peace of mind. For families, this represents a decade of confidence, helping to ensure predictable ownership costs and protecting your investment for years to come. This commitment to quality and owner satisfaction is the bedrock upon which the entire Palisade experience is built, making it not just an exciting choice, but a profoundly smart one.

Let’s get started with the Palisade’s top features:

1. The 3.8L GDI V6 Engine - the Heart of the Palisade:

Standard across every trim level is the robust 3.8-liter Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 engine. It generates a potent 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, providing the performance you need, precisely when you need it.

This translates into the tangible confidence required for merging onto a busy road during rush hour or executing a safe, decisive pass on a two-lane highway. The ample torque ensures that your Palisade accelerates smoothly and responsively from a standstill at a traffic light in downtown Oklahoma City, even with a full complement of passengers and cargo.

This sophisticated engine is paired with an equally advanced 8-speed automatic transmission featuring SHIFTRONIC® paddle shifters. This combination delivers exceptionally smooth shifts for comfortable cruising, while also giving you the option to take manual control for a more engaging driving experience. The standard Drive Mode Select system allows you to tailor the vehicle's throttle response and steering effort to suit your mood, whether you prefer efficiency, comfort, or a sportier feel.

2. HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive:

Oklahoma's weather is famously unpredictable, with the potential for sudden, heavy downpours, slick winter roads, or even the occasional icy patch. This is where the available HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive system provides an invaluable layer of security and control. HTRAC® is an intelligent, multi-mode system that constantly monitors driving conditions and distributes power between the front and rear axles to optimize traction.

Whether you're navigating a rain-soaked street in Moore or driving on an unpaved road to a campsite at Arcadia Lake, HTRAC® provides the year-round driving confidence your family deserves. This advanced system is available on every Palisade trim and comes standard on the top-tier Calligraphy Night Edition.

Towing and Utility

The 2025 Palisade is more than just a people-mover; it's a highly capable utility vehicle ready for your family's biggest adventures. Every single Palisade trim boasts an impressive maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds when properly equipped with trailer brakes. This substantial capability opens up a world of possibilities for Oklahoma families.

It means you can easily tow a boat for a sun-soaked weekend at Lake Hefner, haul a small camper for a memorable family getaway to the stunning Wichita Mountains, or bring along a trailer packed with gear for a spirited tailgate at an OSU game in Stillwater.

To ensure that towing is always a safe and stable experience, every Palisade comes standard with Trailer Sway Control, which helps mitigate unwanted trailer movement, and is equipped with trailering pre-wiring from the factory. This demonstrates that the Palisade was engineered from the ground up for these demanding tasks, giving you the confidence to haul your most precious cargo.

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A Palisade for Every Oklahoma Family: A Detailed Tour of the 2025 Trim Levels

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade lineup is thoughtfully designed to offer a perfect match for every family's needs, budget, and lifestyle. From the exceptionally well-equipped SE to the breathtaking luxury of the Calligraphy Night , each trim builds upon the last, creating a clear path of features and refinement. To help you begin your journey, the table below offers a high-level overview of the entire lineup.

The 2025 Palisade Lineup at a Glance

Trim Name	Standard Seating	Key Feature Highlight	Perfect For...
SE	8-Passenger	12.3-inch touchscreen & full Hyundai SmartSense suite	The practical, value-focused family needing maximum space and safety
SEL	7-Passenger	Hyundai Digital Key 2 & wireless device charging	The tech-savvy family that values smart convenience and connectivity
XRT	7-Passenger	Rugged 20-inch XRT wheels & dark exterior accents	The active family with an adventurous spirit and a love for bold style
SEL Premium	7-Passenger (8-Pass Opt.)	12.3-inch digital cluster & Highway Driving Assist 2	The family prioritizing premium tech and elevated comfort for daily drives
Limited	7-Passenger	Leather seats, Head-up Display & Harman Kardon premium audio system	The discerning buyer seeking a true luxury cabin experience every drive
Calligraphy	7-Passenger	Premium Nappa leather & Remote Smart Parking Assist	The family that accepts no compromises and desires the pinnacle of refinement.
Calligraphy Night	7-Passenger	Exclusive dark chrome exterior & black liquid wheels	The Calligraphy buyer who wants a bold, sophisticated, and exclusive aesthetic.

2025 Palisade Trim Levels

The SE: The Foundation of Family Excellence
Always ask for a It is a mistake to think of the Palisade SE as a "base model." Instead, you should view it as the smart starting point, a foundation of excellence that delivers incredible value. The SE proves that you don't have to compromise on the essentials. It comes standard with the powerful V6 engine and spacious 8-passenger seating with a versatile second-row bench, perfect for larger families or carpooling to school in Norman. The cabin's centerpiece is the stunning 12.3-inch color touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™—a feature often reserved for high-end trims on other vehicles.

Most importantly, every SE is equipped with the full Hyundai SmartSense suite of safety technologies, including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist and Blind-Spot Collision Warning. For the family managing a busy schedule of errands in Del City and weekend trips to the Myriad Botanical Gardens, the SE offers exceptional space, technology, and safety from the very start.

The SEL: The Smart, Connected Choice
The Palisade SEL is where modern convenience truly begins to shine, making it an ideal choice for the tech-savvy family. This trim elevates the cabin experience with premium H-Tex® trimmed seats, an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat for perfect positioning, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The SEL introduces several game-changing convenience features, including a hands-free smart liftgate for when your arms are full of groceries, wireless device charging to keep your phone powered up, and the revolutionary Hyundai Digital Key 2.

Imagine leaving the house for a family dinner in Bricktown and realizing you can grant temporary access to your Palisade to a family member directly through their smartphone—no physical key needed. That is the intelligent, real-world convenience the SEL provides. It also upgrades the standard 8-passenger layout to comfortable 7-passenger seating with second-row captain's chairs, creating a more spacious and accessible feel.

The XRT:
For the family whose weekends are spent exploring the great outdoors, the Palisade XRT offers a distinct style that reflects a spirit of adventure. The XRT takes all the great features of the SEL and adds a rugged, assertive design package.

This trim stands out with its exclusive 20-inch XRT-exclusive alloy wheels, a bold dark front grille, black roof cross rails ready for your gear, and durable lower bumpers and door garnish. It’s a look that feels perfectly at home, whether you're parked at the office or pulling up to a trailhead. The XRT isn't just about aesthetics; it adds practical upgrades like a conventional power sunroof to let the outside in and the invaluable Surround View Monitor, which gives you a 360-degree bird's-eye view around the vehicle for easy maneuvering in tight spaces. For the family that spends weekends hiking the trails or exploring the backroads of Oklahoma, the XRT's design and features are a perfect match for your active lifestyle.

The SEL Premium: The Hub of Tech and Comfort
The SEL Premium represents a significant leap forward into the realm of near-luxury, focusing on cutting-edge technology and enhanced cabin comfort.

This trim is the ideal choice for families who want the latest driver-assistance features and a more premium environment for their daily drives. The most dramatic upgrade is in the cockpit, which features a brilliant 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster that is both beautiful and highly customizable. This trim also introduces the next generation of driver assistance with Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2), an advanced system that helps manage speed, steering, and even assists with lane changes on the highway.

Comfort is paramount in the SEL Premium. It adds heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 115-volt power outlet, ensuring everyone travels in first-class comfort, no matter the weather. It also adds the Blind-Spot View Monitor, which provides a live camera feed of your blind spot directly in the gauge cluster when you signal. The SEL Premium transforms your daily commute on I-44 or the Kilpatrick Turnpike into a serene and confidence-inspiring experience. It is available with 7-passenger seating or an optional 8-passenger configuration.

The Limited: Everyday Luxury
Stepping into the Palisade Limited is to enter genuine luxury. This trim is designed for the buyer who desires a truly premium experience with an incredible array of sophisticated features. The sensory experience is immediately elevated with supple leather-trimmed seating surfaces, a rich melange headliner, and customizable 64-color ambient interior lighting that sets the perfect mood for any journey. The driver is treated to a 10-inch color Head-up Display (HUD), which projects critical driving information directly onto the windshield, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road.

The Limited transforms the cabin into a private concert hall with the immersive Harman Kardon® premium audio system, featuring 12 speakers and QuantumLogic® Surround sound. An expansive dual-panel sunroof bathes the interior in natural light, while heated and power-folding third-row seats add a remarkable level of convenience.

Picture a quiet drive home after an evening performance at the Civic Center Music Hall, with the ambient lighting set to your favorite color and a symphony playing in crystal-clear quality. This is the everyday luxury of the Palisade Limited.

The Calligraphy: The Pinnacle of Refinement
The Calligraphy trim represents the absolute pinnacle of Hyundai's craftsmanship, designed for the family that accepts no compromises and desires the very best in materials, technology, and design. It builds upon the Limited's extensive feature list with exclusive details that create an atmosphere of bespoke luxury. The seating surfaces are upgraded to exquisite premium Nappa leather, with unique quilted leather panels on the doors and a sumptuous microfiber suede headliner. The driver's seat is an Ergo-motion seat, which uses air cells to provide enhanced support and reduce fatigue on long drives.

Externally, the Calligraphy is distinguished by its exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels and a premium satin chrome grille. It introduces futuristic technology like the full-display digital rearview mirror, which can switch from a traditional mirror to a live camera feed from the rear of the vehicle, providing an unobstructed view. It also includes Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), which allows you to guide the Palisade into or out of a tight parking space from outside the vehicle using the smart key.

The Calligraphy is for those who appreciate the finest details—from the feel of the two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel to the effortless confidence of parking in a tight spot, it elevates every single moment.

The Calligraphy Night: The Statement of Sophistication
For the Calligraphy buyer who desires an even bolder and more exclusive aesthetic, the Calligraphy Night Edition makes an unforgettable statement.

This trim takes all the unparalleled luxury of the Calligraphy and wraps it in a sophisticated, commanding, and modern design package. It features exclusive 20-inch black liquid wheels and a dark chrome front grille and exterior accents that create a powerful presence on the road. The interior continues the theme with dark premium seating surfaces featuring microfiber suede inserts and a dark aluminum console cover.

HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive comes standard, ensuring that its capability matches its assertive looks. Arriving for a night out in the Arts District, the Calligraphy Night's sophisticated, blacked-out aesthetic ensures you make a memorable entrance. It is the ultimate expression of the Palisade—the peak of luxury, wrapped in a bold and exclusive design.

2025 Palisade Detailed Feature Comparison

Feature	SE	SEL	XRT	SEL Premium	Limited	Calligraphy	Calligraphy Night
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN
3.8L GDI V6 Engine (291 hp)	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Towing Capacity (w/ brakes)	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs
EXTERIOR
Wheels	18-inch Alloy	18-inch Alloy	20-inch XRT	20-inch Alloy	20-inch Alloy	20-inch Calligraphy	20-inch Black Liquid
Roof Rails	Not Available	Silver	Black Cross Rails	Silver	Silver	Silver	Black
Power Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available	Standard (Conventional)	Standard (Conventional)	Standard (Dual-Panel)	Standard (Dual-Panel)	Standard (Dual-Panel)
Hands-Free Smart Liftgate	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Grille Finish	Black/Chrome	Black/Chrome	Dark Finish (XRT)	Black/Chrome	Black/Chrome	Premium Satin Chrome	Dark Finish (Night)
INTERIOR & COMFORT
Seating Capacity	8-Passenger	7-Passenger	7-Passenger	7-Pass (8-Pass Opt.)	7-Passenger	7-Passenger	7-Passenger
Seating Surface	Cloth	H-Tex®	H-Tex® (Black)	H-Tex®	Leather-Trimmed	Premium Nappa Leather	Dark Premium Nappa
Heated Front Seats	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Ventilated Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated 2nd-Row Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Ventilated 2nd-Row Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Ergo-Motion Driver's Seat	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power-Folding 3rd Row	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
TECHNOLOGY
Touchscreen Display	12.3-inch	12.3-inch	12.3-inch	12.3-inch	12.3-inch	12.3-inch	12.3-inch
Instrument Cluster	4.2-inch LCD	4.2-inch LCD	4.2-inch LCD	12.3-inch Digital	12.3-inch Digital	12.3-inch Digital	12.3-inch Digital
Wireless Device Charging	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hyundai Digital Key 2	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Harman Kardon® Audio	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard (12-Speaker)	Standard (12-Speaker)	Standard (12-Speaker)
Head-Up Display (HUD)	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Passenger Talk Intercom	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Full-Display Digital Mirror	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
HYUNDAI SMART SENSE
Highway Driving Assist	HDA	HDA	HDA	HDA 2	HDA 2	HDA 2	HDA 2
Surround View Monitor	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Blind-Spot View Monitor	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Parking Distance Warning	Reverse	Reverse	Fwd & Rev	Fwd & Rev	Fwd & Rev	Fwd & Rev	Fwd & Rev
Remote Smart Parking Assist	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard

The Palisade's Interior:

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade's interior is more than just a cabin; it is a thoughtfully designed sanctuary engineered for the realities of family life. Every element, from its expansive space and flexible seating to its intuitive technology and first-class comforts, works in harmony to create a haven on wheels.

Unmatched Space and Flexibility for Oklahoma Life

The Palisade's most commanding feature is its sheer volume and adaptability. With seating for up to eight passengers on the SE and optional on the SEL Premium, you have the flexibility to handle the entire soccer team or a multi-generational family outing. The generous legroom in all three rows ensures that even adults can travel comfortably in the back, a rarity in the midsize SUV class.

This spaciousness extends to its cargo-hauling capabilities. Behind the third row, you'll find a generous 18 cubic feet of space, perfect for daily errands. Fold the third row flat, and that expands to an impressive 45.8 cubic feet. With both the second and third rows folded down, the Palisade reveals a cavernous 86.4 cubic feet of cargo volume.

To put that in perspective, that's enough space to pack for a week-long family road trip to Galveston, load up all the kayaks and gear for a day at RIVERSPORT OKC, or easily accommodate a major shopping haul from your favorite stores. Accessing this space is effortless, thanks to the standard one-touch second-row seat slide for easy third-row entry and the available power-folding third-row seats that reconfigure the cabin with the touch of a button.

Intuitive, Integrated Technology for the Whole Family

At the heart of the Palisade's dashboard is the standard 12.3-inch high-resolution touchscreen, which serves as the vibrant command center for navigation, entertainment, and vehicle settings. But the technology is designed to serve more than just the driver. Available family-friendly features like Passenger Talk allow you to communicate clearly with third-row passengers through the audio system, which means no more shouting to be heard. Rear Seat Quiet Mode allows you to mute the rear speakers, letting sleeping children rest while you enjoy your music or a podcast up front.

The standard in-car Wi-Fi hotspot keeps everyone's devices connected and entertained on longer drives, like a trip ON the weekend. Furthermore, the Bluelink+ connected vehicle system, which is standard on all trims, provides incredible convenience. It allows you to use your smartphone to remotely start the engine, lock or unlock the doors, and check vehicle status—a perfect feature for pre-cooling your Palisade on a sweltering summer afternoon before you even leave the office.

First-Class Comfort, Whatever the Weather

The Palisade is engineered to keep your family comfortable through Oklahoma's most extreme weather. The available heated and ventilated seats in both the first and second rows, along with a heated steering wheel, provide the perfect solution for the state's climate.

You can enjoy toasty warmth on a frigid January morning and refreshing cool on a humid July afternoon. The standard dual-zone automatic climate control with second-row HVAC controls ensures every passenger can find their ideal temperature, creating a peaceful and pleasant environment for everyone on board.

Your Guardian on the Road: The Hyundai SmartSense Shield

Hyundai's commitment to your family's safety is absolute. The 2025 Palisade is engineered with a multi-layered approach to safety, combining a strong chassis with a sophisticated suite of driver-assistance technologies called Hyundai SmartSense. This system acts as a vigilant co-pilot, designed to help you see more, react faster, and drive with greater confidence. This technology is not treated as an expensive option; a comprehensive shield of safety features comes standard on every single Palisade.

The Standard of Safety on Every Palisade

From the moment you drive off the lot, your Palisade is equipped with an array of advanced safety systems designed to protect you from the unexpected. These standard features include:

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped): This system can detect a potential collision with a vehicle or pedestrian ahead and can automatically apply the brakes to help avoid or mitigate an impact.
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW): This feature alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot when you're attempting to change lanes.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA): When you're backing out of a parking space, this system can detect approaching traffic from the side and can even apply the brakes if necessary.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Lane Following Assist (LFA): These systems work together to help you stay centered in your lane, reducing driver fatigue on long highway stretches.
Safe Exit Assist (SEA): A truly innovative feature, SEA can help prevent a passenger from opening their door into an approaching vehicle by temporarily locking the rear doors. This is an invaluable safeguard on a busy street or when parked alongside a curb.

The Advanced Co-Pilot: Next-Level Driver Assistance

Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2):

Available on the SEL Premium and above, HDA2 is far more than adaptive cruise control. It's an intelligent system that actively helps with steering, speed, and maintaining a set distance from the vehicle ahead. It can even assist with lane changes on highways, making long-distance travel significantly less stressful.

Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM):

This remarkable feature, available on SEL Premium and up, provides a live video feed of your blind spot directly in your digital instrument cluster the moment you activate your turn signal. It gives you a level of situational awareness you have to see to believe.

Surround View Monitor & Advanced Parking Assistance:

TThe available 360-degree camera system makes parking in tight spots completely stress-free. For the ultimate in convenience, the Calligraphy trims feature Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), allowing you to pull the Palisade into or out of a parking space from outside the vehicle using just the smart key—a feature that feels like it's straight from the future.

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Begin Your Palisade Experience at Joe Cooper Hyundai of Midwest City

Choosing the right vehicle is no small feat, and we get it. At Joe Cooper Hyundai of Midwest City, we're not just here to sell cars; we are dedicated to helping our neighbors from across the entire OKC metro—from Edmond to Moore, and from Yukon to Del City—find the perfect vehicle that fits their life. We believe in building relationships based on trust, transparency, and expert guidance.

Your journey to owning the ultimate family SUV starts here, and we want you to take the next steps with us:

Find your perfect Palisade by browsing our extensive new vehicle inventory online, where you can see all available trims, colors, and options. You can also visit our state-of-the-art showroom at 6601 SE 29th St, Midwest City.

Our team is excited to show you firsthand why the 2025 Hyundai Palisade is the definitive family SUV for your life in Oklahoma.

Please feel free to call us anytime at (405) 733-1611. We look forward to meeting you.

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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Hyundai Palisade: The Definitive Family SUV for Life in Oklahoma