Hyundai’s 2027 Palisade officially went on sale with its launch on August 25, 2026. The key change in this lineup is that Hyundai introduced the High-Roof model, Black Ink, and XRT trims at the same time, going beyond a simple model-year update. The base Exclusive trim also gains major safety and convenience features, broadening the range of choices across the model.
Key Changes: Three New Lineup Options
The 2027 Palisade is divided into three distinct directions: the space-expanding High-Roof, the premium-design Black Ink, and the outdoor-oriented XRT. Hyundai Motor Group Newsroom describes the High-Roof as the first SUV-based high-roof model in Korea’s domestic automotive industry. In other words, the lineup presents different selection criteria within one model: interior usability, exterior design, and an outdoor character.
The High-Roof focuses on space, the XRT on rugged design, and the Black Ink on an exclusive premium look.
The High-Roof model raises the roof section by 240 mm and has an overall height of 2,005 mm. Hyundai explains that this height is at a level that allows entry into underground parking garages. However, this should be treated as a reference point for checking height restrictions in actual use, rather than as a guarantee that the vehicle can enter every underground parking facility.
Current Details: High-Roof Space and Convenience Features
The High-Roof receives exclusive exterior styling and black DLO molding. Preview electronically controlled suspension, 21-inch alloy wheels, and Pirelli tires are also standard. Inside, it includes High-Roof ambient mood lighting, a Starry Sky feature, and two-way pop-up LED reading lights. A 21.4-inch rear-seat smart entertainment system for second-row passengers is standard as well.
This is what distinguishes the model from one that simply has a taller roof. Exclusive exterior elements, suspension, wheels and tires, and rear-seat entertainment are bundled together, so buyers considering the High-Roof can assess not only the sense of interior space but also the rear-passenger experience.
Black Ink is a newly introduced premium design special trim based on the Calligraphy. It applies exclusive Black Ink interior and exterior styling along with 21-inch black alloy wheels, Pirelli tires, and preview electronically controlled suspension. It is suited to buyers who want the body and cabin of their Palisade to have a dark, cohesive atmosphere.
The XRT is a new trim centered on an outdoor-oriented rugged design. Exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels, second-row ventilated seats, and BOSE premium speakers are standard. Exclusive parts are also applied to the radiator grille and garnish, cladding, roof rack, emblems, DLO molding, and outside mirrors.
Impact: Selection Criteria Based on Prices and Standard Features
Prices vary widely depending on the engine, seating capacity, and selected trim. For the gasoline 9-seat model, prices range from KRW 44.78 million for the Exclusive to KRW 72.44 million for the High-Roof. The gasoline 7-seat model ranges from KRW 46.10 million to KRW 75.30 million. Hybrids start at higher prices: the 9-seat version ranges from KRW 50.77 million to KRW 78.44 million, while the 7-seat version ranges from KRW 51.40 million to KRW 81.59 million.
| Configuration | Starting price | Highest price |
|---|---|---|
| Gasoline 9-seat | KRW 44.78 million | KRW 72.44 million |
| Gasoline 7-seat | KRW 46.10 million | KRW 75.30 million |
| Hybrid 9-seat | KRW 50.77 million | KRW 78.44 million |
| Hybrid 7-seat | KRW 51.40 million | KRW 81.59 million |
When comparing prices, it is efficient to decide on the seating capacity and powertrain first, then compare the new trims. The High-Roof is the option to examine when expanded space and rear-seat convenience come first; the Black Ink is aimed at buyers seeking an exclusive black design and Calligraphy-based configuration; and the XRT is the comparison target for those who prioritize rugged exterior elements and second-row convenience features.
The base Exclusive trim comes standard with a 12.3-inch large-screen cluster, a panoramic curved display, Highway Driving Assist 2, and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist. Buyers therefore need to distinguish between the safety and convenience features already offered on the base model and the exclusive equipment added by higher trims, rather than looking only at design differences between upper trims.
Next Checkpoint: Reconfirming Korean Specifications and Quote Conditions
The XRT for the Korean-market 2027 Palisade and the XRT PRO shown on Hyundai’s U.S. website have different names and equipment structures. Information about the U.S.-spec XRT PRO should not be directly applied to the Korean XRT’s pricing or equipment. Anyone considering a purchase in Korea should recheck each trim’s configuration using Hyundai’s Korean sales page and the latest pricing and options information.
Even within the publicly disclosed ranges, selling prices vary according to seating capacity and powertrain, and actual quotes require checking the selected options as well. In particular, the High-Roof’s 2,005 mm height explains its potential to enter underground parking garages, but it does not replace checking the height limit of each individual facility.
Hyundai Motor Group’s official TV has a related video media page covering the High-Roof, Black Ink, and XRT, but an individual official YouTube video URL could not be confirmed. Readers looking for video material can check the latest posting status on that official TV page. The 2027 Palisade can be summarized as a model whose lineup has expanded to let buyers make a more specific choice among space, design, and outdoor character within the same vehicle class.