Hyundai Palisade Towing Capacity by Year (2020–2026)
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade tows up to 5,000 lb. Pick a year for every engine, cab and axle ratio.
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Maximum towing capacity by model year
| Year | Max trailer (lb) | Configuration that achieves it |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5,0002026 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, p. 20 · 18 Sep 2026 | ICE |
| 2025 | 5,0002025 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, p. 19 · 19 Sep 2026 |
No manufacturer ratings published on this site yet for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
All 2 2026 configurations · or open the 2026 page
| Engine | Drive | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE | not stated | — | 5,0002026 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, p. 20 · 18 Sep 2026 | Class III |
| Hybrid | not stated | — | 4,0002026 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, p. 20 · 18 Sep 2026 | Class III |
All 1 2025 configurations · or open the 2025 page
| Engine | Drive | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not stated in the specification table | not stated | — | 5,0002025 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, p. 19 · 19 Sep 2026 | Class III |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2026 Hyundai Palisade tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade
What to fit, in order · sized to its 5,000 lb rating
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Class III receiver hitchEssential
2026 Hyundai Palisade is rated to 5,000 lb, which falls in Class III (up to 8,000 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
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Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
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Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers
Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.
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Tow mirrorsWide trailers
Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.
Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.
Frequently asked
- How much can a 2026 Hyundai Palisade tow?
- The 2026 Hyundai Palisade tows up to 5,000 lb when equipped as ICE (2026 Hyundai Palisade Specifications and Features, page 20, retrieved 18 Sep 2026).
- How much can a 2026 Hyundai Palisade with the ICE tow?
- Up to 5,000 lb, as ICE. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- How much can a 2026 Hyundai Palisade with the Hybrid tow?
- Up to 4,000 lb, as Hybrid. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- Can a 2026 Hyundai Palisade tow 5,000 lb?
- Only in some configurations. 1 of the 2 listed for 2026 are rated at or above 5,000 lb; the lowest that qualifies is 5,000 lb as ICE. The rest are rated below it, so the configuration decides.
- Which 2026 Hyundai Palisade configurations can tow 5,000 lb?
- 1 of the 2 listed for 2026 are rated at or above 5,000 lb, the highest being ICE at 5,000 lb. By engine, that is the ICE at up to 5,000 lb. Cab, drive and axle ratio decide the rest, so check the row that matches your vehicle.
- Which Palisade configuration tows the most?
- For 2026, the highest manufacturer rating is 5,000 lb for the ICE. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.
- What hitch class does the Palisade need?
- A 5,000 lb rating falls in Class III. Lower-rated configurations may need a lower class; the class never raises the vehicle's own rating.
- Has the Palisade towing capacity changed since 2025?
- The highest rated configuration was 5,000 lb in 2025 and 5,000 lb in 2026. Each year's full table is linked above.
- Do these ratings apply to my truck?
- Only if your vehicle matches the configuration in the row, including the axle ratio and tow package. Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle; the certification label on the driver's door jamb and the owner's manual override this site.