There’s no denying that the Hyundai Palisade is a standout in its segment. In fact, it has the awards to show for it. Heritage Hyundai Towson is showcasing its latest and greatest.
Utility of the Year Award™ Finalist
The Hyundai Palisade has been named a finalist for the 2026 North American Utility of the Year Award™. The finalists were announced at this year’s AutoMobility LA media days at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show. They’re selected by the North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) jury, which is comprised of 50 reviewers and leading automotive journalists throughout the United States and Canada.
Award Details
There are three finalists named in each category: Utility, Truck, and Car. The finalists are determined after judging several factors such as design, safety, segment leadership, innovation, driver satisfaction, and value for the dollar. These awards are considered especially prestigious because they’re the longest-running new-vehicle awards that aren’t associated with an individual publication. The jurors represent such a diverse group of media, including TV, print, online, radio, and video.
Additional Awards
This recent accolade is just one of many that the Hyundai Palisade has earned this year. The three-row SUV continues to be recognized for its value, luxurious features, and family-friendly focus. It was also awarded the Best Midsize SUV by Car and Driver and was named an Editor's Choice. The Car and Driver editorial staff called it “a versatile choice” and claimed that the SUV’s base trim “delivers family-friendly value, and the upper trims approach luxury SUV territory, while maintaining a reasonable price point.
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