2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, SEL · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$44,560the advertised price
Drive away$50,457with fees and tax
Loan payment$775/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,355/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $50,457Insurance $19,037Fuel $13,693Interest and lost return $20,938Maintenance and plates $12,761

$50,457 to drive away + $66,429 to run it for 6 years − $19,324 back at resale = $97,561, or $1,355 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$50,457
Running it, 6 yrs+$66,429
Back at resale−$19,324
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$44,560
Feesfreight $1,650 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,735
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,162
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$19,037
Fuel13,500 mi a year at 34 MPG
+$13,693
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$10,595
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$10,343
Maintenanceestimate
+$9,602
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,159
Resale after 6 years43% of MSRP, you get this back
−$19,324
True cost $97,561 ÷ 72 months$1,355 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV199.2–199.4 in long
Seats7
Cargo46.3 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance7.4 in
Engine and fuel
Engine329 hp hybrid, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph6.3–6.6 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy30–34 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 4,000 lb
Tires20" or 21"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years43% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: 329 hp, 7 seats.
SEL FWD$44,560$50,457$97,561✓ $1,355/mo34 MPG— No— No
SEL AWD$46,560$52,637$101,689$1,412/mo30 MPG— No✓ Yes
SEL Premium FWD$47,920$54,119$101,432$1,409/mo34 MPG✓ Yes— No
SEL Premium AWD$49,920$56,299$105,904$1,471/mo30 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
Limited FWD$52,390$58,991$108,311$1,504/mo31 MPG✓ Yes— No
Limited AWD$54,390$61,171$111,095$1,543/mo30 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
Calligraphy FWD$57,180$64,211$113,793$1,580/mo31 MPG✓ Yes— No
Calligraphy Black Ink FWD$57,680$64,756$114,366$1,588/mo31 MPG✓ Yes— No
Calligraphy AWD$59,180$66,391$116,577$1,619/mo30 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
Calligraphy Black Ink AWD$59,680$66,936$117,150$1,627/mo30 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
SELFWD
✓ $1,355/mo
True cost
Sticker $44,560Drive-away $50,4576 yrs $97,561Fuel use 34 MPGSunroof — NoAWD/4WD — No
SELAWD
$1,412/mo
True cost
Sticker $46,560Drive-away $52,6376 yrs $101,689Fuel use 30 MPGSunroof — NoAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
SEL PremiumFWD
$1,409/mo
True cost
Sticker $47,920Drive-away $54,1196 yrs $101,432Fuel use 34 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
SEL PremiumAWD
$1,471/mo
True cost
Sticker $49,920Drive-away $56,2996 yrs $105,904Fuel use 30 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
LimitedFWD
$1,504/mo
True cost
Sticker $52,390Drive-away $58,9916 yrs $108,311Fuel use 31 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
LimitedAWD
$1,543/mo
True cost
Sticker $54,390Drive-away $61,1716 yrs $111,095Fuel use 30 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
CalligraphyFWD
$1,580/mo
True cost
Sticker $57,180Drive-away $64,2116 yrs $113,793Fuel use 31 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
Calligraphy Black InkFWD
$1,588/mo
True cost
Sticker $57,680Drive-away $64,7566 yrs $114,366Fuel use 31 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
CalligraphyAWD
$1,619/mo
True cost
Sticker $59,180Drive-away $66,3916 yrs $116,577Fuel use 30 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
Calligraphy Black InkAWD
$1,627/mo
True cost
Sticker $59,680Drive-away $66,9366 yrs $117,150Fuel use 30 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).
Feature
SEL FWD$44,560
SEL AWD$46,560
SEL Premium FWD$47,920
SEL Premium AWD$49,920
Limited FWD$52,390
Limited AWD$54,390
Calligraphy FWD$57,180
Calligraphy Black Ink FWD$57,680
Calligraphy AWD$59,180
Calligraphy Black Ink AWD$59,680
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Heated steering wheel
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Heated rear seats
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from Limited FWD
Head-up display
✓ from Calligraphy FWD
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓
✓ from Calligraphy AWD
Tow hitch included
+ $765
✓ from Limited FWD
Sunroof
✓ from SEL Premium FWD
Panoramic roof
✓ from Limited FWD
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingMassaging seatsRemote start
Full standard equipment on the SEL SEL FWD (35 items)
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
  • Forward Attention Warning
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Front, Front Center, Front & 2nd Row Side, Side-Curtain & Driver's Knee Airbags
  • Immobilizer
  • Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist
  • Parking Distance Warning-Forward & Reverse
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Rear Occupant Alert
  • Rearview Camera
  • 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
  • 12.3" Navigation System w/ AM/FM/HD Radio(TM)
  • 2nd Row Captain's Chairs
  • 2nd Row Manual Window Curtains
  • 3-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
  • Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
  • Bluelink+ All-Inclusive Connected Services (enrollment required)
  • Hands-Free Smart Power Liftgate w/ Auto Open
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • H-Tex Trimmed Seating Surfaces
  • Power Driver's Seat
  • Proximity Key w/ Push Button Start
  • SiriusXM Radio w/ 90-Day trial subscription; not available in AK & HI
  • Smart Cruise Control
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot (trial w/ Bluelink)
  • Wireless Android Auto(TM) & Apple CarPlay
  • Wireless Phone Charger
  • 18" Alloy Wheels
  • Front & Rear USB Ports
  • LED Headlights, Tail Lights & Daytime Running Lights
  • Roof Side Rails
  • Tire Mobility Kit (in lieu of spare tire)
  • 2.5L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine
  • 6-Speed Automatic Transmission w/ Paddle Shifters

Recalls

6 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Palisade Hybrid models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.

Quick answers
How much is a 2027 Palisade Hybrid in California?
$50,457 to drive away for the SEL, from a $44,560 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $775 loan payment, about $1,407 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,355 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
4,000 lb for every trim.

Colors

Pacific SapphireTitan GreenAbyss BlackShimmering SilverEarthy Brass Matte+$1,000Robust Emerald+$500Galaxy MaroonQUANTUM SILVEREcotronic GrayCreamy White+$500

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US prices in US dollars from Hyundai's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.