The Palisade Named A 2026 North American Utility of the Year Award™ Finalist
Having second thoughts about your next SUV? There’s one that’s already in the running for being the best in the U.S., so there’s a place to start. The North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) jury recognizes stand-out models worthy of the 2026 North American Utility of the Year award, and the 2026 Hyundai Palisade has been chosen as a finalist.
Find out how the latest Palisade made it this far, and witness greatness in the flesh when you visit Hyundai of Bedford! We proudly carry Hyundai’s award-winning models near you.
How Are NACTOY Finalists Chosen?
Innovation. Design. Safety. Handling. Driver satisfaction. User experience. Value.
These are the defining traits of all NACTOY finalists, and the new Palisade is going for the gold.
Hyundai has always put people like you first when it comes to designing their new models. This places the latest 2026 Hyundai Palisade on a high pedestal, and thus, your best choice among high-utility SUVs in Bedford.
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The 2026 Palisade was entered among 30 eligible models in 3 distinct categories. |
Every win that you hear about the 2026 Palisade isn’t decided by a single person. Far from it. NACTOY winners are chosen by a large jury of automotive reviewers, critics, and journalists who know exactly what they are talking about.
Starting in 1994, the NACTOY awards are the longest-running for new vehicles not associated with a single publisher.
This diversity in intelligent minds is what gives credence to the ultimate title of North American Car of the Year.
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Stands As a Strong Finalist
What makes the new Palisade such a strong contender and a worthy finalist?
It’s not just good looks, advanced technology, power output, or even safety features alone. It’s everything combined.
Test-drive the 2026 Hyundai Palisade in Bedford and feel the robust power of a V6.
Adopt the Palisade’s first hybrid model for 34 MPG combined and over 600 miles of range in Cleveland.
Surround yourself in a class-leading interior, and command advanced driver-assist systems with ergonomic finesse.
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Know which models have the features you want when you read our 2026 Hyundai Palisade trim guide! |
This year’s NACTOY jury considered every single one of the 2026 Palisade’s best features, bestowing it the rightful title of finalist. And like any proud parent, Hyundai is thrilled for its popular SUV to have made it this far.
“The team’s disciplined engineering and customer-first design are what truly travel.” - Olabisi Boyle, Senior Vice President
When Is the 2026 North American Utility of the Year Award?
You have what you need to cheer on the Palisade during the final stretch of this highly anticipated award. Keep in touch with the results and join hands with us as we hold our breath for the name we all want to hear called.
Winners of the 2026 NACTOY award will be announced on January 14, 2026, at the Detroit Auto Show.
Where will you be when the bottle pops?
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Has Award-Winning Qualities Through and Through. Take It For a Spin at Hyundai of Bedford!
Regardless of the results, there’s no denying that the 2026 Hyundai Palisade carries the traits of a bona fide winner. See what a gold medal feels like when you go for a test drive at Hyundai of Bedford! Call (440) 745-7469 today to hear about our new inventory of 2026 Hyundai vehicles near you.
